FMI Announces 2024 Store Manager Awards
'An exceptional commitment to driving success in their stores'
'An exceptional commitment to driving success in their stores'
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart is hosting a Wellness Day on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at nearly 4,600 pharmacies nationwide. The event will offer customers the opportunity to receive free health screenings for things like glucose, cholesterol, BMI, and blood pressure,
CHICAGO — In April 2024, U.S. retail sales revenue and unit demand, including both discretionary general merchandise and consumer packaged goods (CPG), declined 1% compared to the same month last year. During this period, spanning the four weeks ending April 27, 2024, year-over-year unit demand
WASHINGTON — The Merchants Payments Coalition, a group lobbying for “a more competitive and transparent” payment-card system,” is asking the Federal Reserve to further modify its proposed cap on the “swipe” fees merchants pay banks to process the transactions. In a letter to the Fed’s
WASHINGTON — The CRN Foundation, the educational arm of the Council for Responsible Nutrition, the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, is showcasing the latest research and developments in prenatal nutrition at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — A recent CVS Health/Morning Consult survey found that a majority of adults have significant concerns about their mental health. The survey found: Two-thirds (65%) of adults have experienced concerns about their own mental health or the mental health of their friends and
WASHINGTON – April retail sales were up modestly from March, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, but were down slightly compared to last year. A shift in the timing of Easter appeared to be the reason for the year-over-year decline. “Consumer spending continues to drive
SECAUCUS, N.J. — The Vitamin Shoppe is launching Whole Health Rx by The Vitamin Shoppe, a telehealth service that promises a holistic approach to health solutions — including prescription medications, nutritional supplements for whole-body health, and expert guidance on lifestyle practices to support lifelong wellness.
PHILADELPHIA – Rite Aid is participating in Hepatitis Awareness Month in May by providing additional education opportunities for its pharmacists to learn more about viral hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver that affects more than three million people each year in the U.S. Additionally, all
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General Corp. says it has partnered with INROADS since 2020 to support and build career pathways for diverse students across the country, and notes that it was recently awarded the INROADS 2024 Frank C. Carr Corporate Partner of the Year Award
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 – Economic growth slowed during the first three months of the year, but consumers are still spending more than last year, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz said today. “The U.S. economy lost some spring in its step during the
WASHINGTON – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) has released a statement praising Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s recent signing of legislation that allows consumers to buy more over-the-counter cold and allergy medications containing pseudoephedrine (PSE). Senate Bill 2048, which Lee signed into law, raises the
WASHINGTON — The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry announces the addition of seven new members to its global roster. This growth reflects CRN’s dedication to convening an array of leading industry stakeholders, united in
NEW YORK — The U.S. Best Managed Companies program, sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, has unveiled its 2024 honorees. These 62 U.S. private company honorees demonstrated excellence in four key categories: strategic planning, operational execution, a commitment to their people and fostering a dynamic
OAKVILLE, Ontario—Iovate Health Sciences International has announced that Tim Toll, its chief executive officer, is retiring after nearly four years with the company and will transition to serving on the board as an advisory director. The company has hired nutrition industry veteran Wes Parris to
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. — Berg Marketing Group founder Terry L. Berg has passed away. He was 66. “Terry was a wealth of insight and experience, not to mention an excellent story teller and all around great business partner and friend,” BMG colleague Jason Carik wrote in
PALM BEACH, Fla. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS)…
PALM BEACH, Fla. – At the National Association of Chain Drug Stores…
ARLINGTON, VA – FMI – The Food Industry Association, has tapped Julie…
WASHINGTON – The “swipe” fees credit card networks and banks charge merchants…
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health missed first-quarter expectations and lowered its fiscal…
MALVERN, Pa. – Cantaloupe Inc., a leading provider of end-to-end technology solutions…
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The economy delivered some bad news but mostly surprisingly good news for…
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DES MOINES, Iowa – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS)…
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee is marking Mental Health Awareness Month…
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens and Boehringer Ingelheim today announced a strategic collaboration…