Registration Begins For National Grocers Association 2015 Show
The National Grocers Association (NGA) announced the opening of registration for The NGA Show, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 8 – 11, 2015. …
Retail & FoodService
Fred's Announces Key Additions To Its Merchandise Sourcing Team
Fred's Inc. announced that Craig Barnes and Kelly Ma have joined the Company and will lead its new sourcing team. Barnes assumes the role of Senior Vice President, Global Sourcing and Hardlines, bringing more than 20 years of progressive retail merchandising/sourcing experience to the Company. Ma, with eight years of experience in sourcing, product procurement, development, vendor selection, and financial planning, joins as Vice President, International and Domestic Sourcing. …
Scout Logistics Promotes Ryan Kern To Vice President Of Sales For West Coast – US Logistics
Scout Logistics Corporation, North America's leading perishable logistics specialist, is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Ryan Kern to Vice President of Sales for West Coast – US Logistics. Ryan, a 15+ year veteran in the business, will be responsible for building sales with a focus on loads transitioning from the Western US to major international produce hubs throughout North America. …
USDA Seeks Public Input To Increase Transparency Of SNAP Retailer Data
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public input concerning a proposal to provide more information to the public about the amount of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits used by participants at individual grocery stores and retailers. USDA's goal is to provide as much transparency as possible on retailer data within the limits of the law. …
ALDI Tops Among Low-Price Grocery Chains In New Consumer Survey
For the fourth year in a row, ALDI was named the top low-price grocery store chain in America, according to a new survey conducted by independent research firm Market Force. ALDI, which has its United States headquarters in Batavia, IL., ranked ahead of familiar discount grocers such as Costco, Walmart and Trader Joe's in the low-price category. …