Over 60% of Retailers See Customer Satisfaction Spikes, With Costco, H-E-B, and Publix Leading the Way, ACSI Data Show

February 1, 2024 ACSI

The outlook for the Retail Trade sector is promising, with overall customer satisfaction surging 4% to a score of 78.0 (out of 100), according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®) Retail and Consumer Shipping Study 2023-2024.

Costco Wholesale Corporation Announces Craig Jelinek Will Step Down as CEO, Ron Vachris Elected as New CEO; and Quarterly Cash Dividend Declared

October 23, 2023 Costco

Costco Wholesale Corporation announced that Craig Jelinek has confirmed his intention to step down as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024. The Board of Directors has elected Ron Vachris, President and Chief Operating Officer since February 2022, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024. Craig and Ron have worked hand in hand over the last twenty-one months in Ron’s role as president and for many years before that.

Costco Shoppers Are Calling Its Newest Bakery Item ‘Immaculate’

August 25, 2023 NATHAN HUTSENPILLER, Parade

Whether you need an update on a recalled product, info on the newest bakery item making waves online or a breakdown of the best grocery items of the season, Costco fans have become the go-to source of information regarding the popular membership warehouse. There’s a new item ready to make it to the list of favorites of those who come in contact with it.

Costco Plans To Open 24 Stores This Year, Including 15 Throughout The US

December 13, 2022 Ben Tobin, Insider

Costco plans to open up a net of 24 stores this fiscal year, Chief Financial Officer Richard Galanti said during a company earnings call Thursday.

Mann Packing Company Brings Mèzete Hummus to Costco Canada East Club Stores

August 24, 2022 Mann Packing Co.

Blazing its entry into the Canadian market, Mèzete™ – a premium-quality, ready-to-eat, global food brand – has partnered with Mann Packing Company – a subsidiary of Fresh Del Monte N.A., Inc. and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America, including BROCCOLINI® baby broccoli, and MANN™ sugar snap peas in North America – to introduce its long-awaited gourmet hummus at select  Costco Canada East Club Stores in Ontario and Quebec.