NEW YORK — What makes Wegmans special? How does it consistently rank at or near the top of retailing’s “best places” lists? Food, definitely, but you can find a cornucopia of mouthwatering food at a lot of places. For many, the answer comes down to people factors, things like customer service and the sense of
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Todd Vasos began an exciting new leadership chapter at Dollar General Corp. on November 1 as he transitioned from chief executive officer to senior advisor. The new role underscores the leadership, mentorship and perpetual evolution that has defined Vasos’ retail career for nearly four decades. MMR is proud to honor Vasos with
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — MMR’s sister publication Chain Drug Review has honored Larry Merlo, chief executive officer of CVS Health, with its Lifetime Achievement Award. It was not a difficult decision. In 10 years as CVS’ CEO, Merlo has remade the company, leading it into the next generation of health care while simonizing its appeal to
BOISE, Idaho — Bob Miller brought another chapter in his storied retailing career to a close last September when he stepped down as chief executive officer of Albertsons Cos. Asked how closely Jim Donald, his successor at the food, health and wellness retail store operator, would follow his example, Miller said, “He’s got to have
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The Global Market Development Center (GMDC) presented its annual Lifetime Achievement Award to Vince Burke, partner at Burke Gillis Juliano Group (BGJ Group), during the organization’s annual General Merchandise (GM17) conference, held June 23 – 27 in Orlando. “Vince is a longstanding and active member of GMDC and in the community,
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Rick Dreiling has had a transformative effect during his tenure at the helm of Dollar General Corp. Since Dreiling joined the company as chief executive officer in January 2008, Dollar General has increased its store count by more than 40%. (The company opened its 12,000th store on May 30, and as of