January 30, 2023 by MMR
Jason Buechel, Nick Handrinos, NRF 2023: Retail’s Big Show, vice chair and leader of Deloitte, Whole Foods Market
2023, Issue 01-30-2023, Issues
NEW YORK — In pioneering the natural and organic food movement in the United States, Whole Foods Market has probably done as much as any retailer to unite shoppers around the idea of a purpose-driven business. But in today’s uncertain economic environment, can consumers be expected to remain committed to notions of sustainability and purpose?
February 23, 2022 by MMR
Amazon, Just Walk Out, Whole Foods Market
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, Retail News, Slideshows
WASHINGTON — Whole Foods Market opened a store here on Wednesday that allows customers to skip the checkout line and “Just Walk Out,” relying on computer vision and a system of sensors to tally their bill, process their payment and email them a receipt. Located at 2323 Wisconsin Ave. N.W. in Washington D.C.’s Glover Park
October 11, 2021 by MMR
Food and Drug Administrationco-chief executive officers John Mackey, Whole Foods Market
2021, Issue 10-11-2021, Issues
AUSTIN, Texas — Whole Foods Market cofounder and chief executive officer John Mackey said he will retire effective September 1, 2022. Jason Buechel, who currently serves as Whole Foods’ chief operating officer, will succeed Mackey as CEO. “September marked Whole Foods Market’s 43rd anniversary (including two years at Safer Way — the precursor to Whole
September 30, 2021 by MMR
Jason Buechel, John Mackey, Whole Foods cofounder and chief executive officer John Mackey, Whole Foods Market
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, People, Retail News
AUSTIN — Whole Foods Market co-founder and chief executive officer John Mackey announced Thursday that he will be retiring from his post, effective September 1, 2022. Jason Buechel, who currently serves as Whole Foods’ chief operating officer, will succeed Mackey as CEO. “Honestly, it’s very hard to retire from a company that I have helped to
December 17, 2020 by MMR
Amazon, Amazon Renewed, Amazon Second Chance, Amazon Warehouse, Whole Foods, Whole Foods Market
Leading Headlines, Retail News
SEATTLE — Amazon is giving shoppers more options for returning holiday purchases this year, including at physical stores, the company said Thursday. Most items shipped between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, the company said. Amazon is also allowing customers to return products — without boxes or labels — at
February 25, 2020 by MMR
Amazon Go, cashierless stores, supermarket, Whole Foods Market
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SEATTLE — Amazon upsized its Amazon Go checkout-free store concept on Tuesday with the opening of its first Amazon Go Grocery store, which measures 10,400 square feet and carries about 5,000 products, including perishables like fresh meat and produce, and household items like paper towels. The new store is more than four times the size
January 30, 2020 by MMR
Amazon, Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos, fourth quarter, Jeff Bezos, Whole Foods Market
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, Money, Retail News
SEATTLE — Amazon shares rose in after-hours trading Thursday after the company reported fourth quarter results that topped analysts’ expectations. The company reported earnings per share of $6.47 for the quarter, easily beating forecasts of $4.04 per share. Net sales increased 21% to $87.4 billion in the fourth quarter. Net income grew to $3.3 billion
July 22, 2019 by Jeffrey Woldt
Amazon, Amazon Go, Jeffrey Woldt, Whole Foods Market
2019, Issue 07-22-2019, Issues, Opinion
Amazon, synonymous with innovation in retailing and technology, consistently tests boundaries as a result of its self-described customer obsession and commitment to long-term thinking. The company’s catalytic role in e-commerce is a given, but in recent years it has also extended its reach in the realm of brick-and-mortar retailing. Through the acquisition of Whole Foods
April 1, 2019 by MMR
Amazon, Amazon.com Inc., Whole Foods, Whole Foods Market
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AUSTIN, Texas — Amazon’s Whole Foods Market chain on Monday announced a new round of price cuts on fresh produce and other items across the store. Members of Amazon prime will also get more benefits when shopping at Whole Foods, including additional exclusive weekly deals on popular items. The new prices will go into effect
August 20, 2018 by MMR
Amazon.com, Whole Foods Market
2018, Issue 08-20-2018, Issues
SEATTLE — Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market have introduced a new grocery pickup service that allows Amazon Prime members to shop Whole Foods’ selection of fresh and organic produce, bakery, dairy, meat and seafood, floral, and everyday staples and pick up their order in as little as 30 minutes, without leaving their car. “Pickup from
August 8, 2018 by MMR
Alexa, Amazon, grocery pickup services, Stephenie Landry, Whole Foods Market
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AUSTIN, Texas and SEATTLE — Amazon and Whole Foods Market have announced the roll out of grocery pickup beginning in Sacramento and Virginia Beach, with more cities to come throughout 2018. Prime members can now shop Whole Foods Market’s selection of fresh and organic produce, bakery, dairy, meat and seafood, floral and everyday staples and pick
July 24, 2018 by MMR
Amazon.com Inc., Prime Now, Whole Foods Market
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SEATTLE — Amazon.com Inc. and its Whole Foods Market chain said Tuesday that they are expanding the delivery of natural and organic products from Whole Foods Market stores through Amazon’s Prime Now service in the greater Miami and New York metropolitan areas. Prime members in those cities can shop through online, or by using the Prime