CARLISLE, Pa. – The GIANT Co., which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, is marking the occasion with the launch of a new initiative focused on supporting the communities its stores serve. GIANT said Thursday that its Make a Difference Challenge focuses on working with nonprofit organizations whose work has a direct impact on creating
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — In 2022, Donna Tweeten made Hy-Vee history when she was elevated to president, becoming the first woman at Hy-Vee to ever serve in this role. Tweeten has worn many hats throughout her career at Hy-Vee, all of which have prepared her for this next chapter. Most known for her marketing
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General Corp. has appointed new leaders and promoted several officers across its Store Support Center and Field teams. The moves include: Chad Fox has been promoted to senior vice president, chief marketing officer. In this role, Fox will continue his leadership and branding expertise to strengthen the voice of the customer,
ARLINGTON, Va. — The NACDS Foundation announced on Tuesday that 28-time Olympic Gold Medalist and mental health advocate Michael Phelps will be the speaker at the 25th NACDS Foundation Dinner, which will be held on Saturday, August 12, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. A reception is scheduled to be held from 6:30 p.m.
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — Five years ago, CVS Health embarked on a mission to pass a healthier self-image on to the next generation with the introduction of its Beauty Mark initiative – a commitment to lead industry change around transparency in beauty and to educate consumers on the difference between authentic and digitally altered photos. Since
ARLINGTON, Va. – Timed with the formal end of the COVID-19 public health emergency on Thursday, a National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) television and digital ad is punctuating the occasion with a “thank you” to pharmacists and pharmacy teams. The ad states: “It’s a normal day again in America. We’ve all been through
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced that it will open a new 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Elkhart, Ind., on May 11, making it the 11th Meijer store in northern Indiana. The supercenter will feature all the products Meijer customers have come to expect, including grocery staples, fresh produce, bakery, meat and deli, as well as a
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Sam’s Club is marking its 40th anniversary this month with in-club events and special deals, including the chance for first-time members to join for as little as $10. The Walmart division plans to continue the celebration throughout the year with surprises and special offers for members. The first Sam’s outlet opened on
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) said Thursday that it will not dispense abortion pills in the states of 20 Republican attorneys general who have told the pharmacy chain it risked breaking the law should it dispense them to those states by mail. The decision comes after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration allowed
In the final installment of a two-part interview, Todd Huseby, a partner at Kearney and leader of the consulting firm’s consumer health care practice, tells this week’s Video Forum how such developments as the emergence of large health care ecosystems, the growing involvement of digitally based companies, and the changing attitudes of payers will impact
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens plans to hold a Supplier Diversity Summit the week of March 28, the company said on Wednesday. The virtual event will give diverse vendors a chance to connect with the Walgreens merchandising team, share their products and receive feedback. Ultimately, the goal is for them to have their products stocked on
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General marked the grand opening of its 19,000th store in Joplin, Mo. on Monday with a community celebration and a $19,000 donation to a local elementary school. Customers also received complimentary DG gift cards, tote bags and product samples. “Today marks an exciting milestone in Dollar General’s history as we open