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Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. announces new appointments and executive promotions within its Global Marketing, Innovation and Operations teams

CANTON, MA, 2014-6-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today announced several new appointments and executive promotions within its Global Marketing, Innovation and Operations teams. These changes, announced officially by John Costello, President, Global Marketing and Innovation, and Bill Mitchell, President, Baskin-Robbins U.S. and…
June 26, 20140Comments

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Meijer sponsors the pharmacy technician adult career training program at the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-6-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Meijer is sponsoring the pharmacy technician adult career training program at the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology in an effort to recruit well-trained graduates for placement in its pharmacies throughout West Michigan. The investment also strengthens the retailer’s commitment to continued education and partnership with WMCAT that…
June 26, 20140Comments

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Morrisons.com now taking online food orders in North London

Bradford, England,  2014-6-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Morrisons is now taking online food orders in North London via Morrisons.com. The website now features delivery slots for postcodes across the capital from Ealing to Essex. Deliveries will begin on 9th July 2014. On the move into London, Simon Thompson, managing director for online food at Morrisons said: “We’re aware…
June 26, 20140Comments

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SM Investments Corporation cited for major awards by Alpha Southeast Asia magazine in its 4th Annual Southeast Asia Institutional Investor Corporate Awards

Pasay City, Philippines, 2014-6-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  International magazine Alpha Southeast Asia has cited leading Philippine conglomerate SM Investments Corporation (SM) for major awards in its 4th Annual Southeast Asia Institutional Investor Corporate Awards. SM’s Executive Vice President and Chief Finance Officer (CFO), Jose T. Sio was cited as the Best CFO in the Philippines while…
June 26, 20140Comments

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Business Management Retail Retailer

ICSC and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index: Arrival of summer gave way to a rise in weekly sales for the second consecutive week

NEW YORK, 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The arrival of summer gave way to a rise in weekly sales for the second consecutive week, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and Goldman Sachs Weekly Chain Store Sales Index (ICSC-GS).  Overall, according to the index, weekly chain store sales jumped by a solid…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Healthcare Management Retail Retailer

Rite Aid Corporation and Heritage Provider Network to bring Rite Aid Health Alliance program to HPN’s chronic and poly-chronic patients across Southern California

Rite Aid President and COO Ken Martindale and Heritage Provider Network President and CEO Richard Merkin, M.D., To Discuss Collaboration During In-Store Event June 24 in Woodland Hills, California CAMP HILL, Pa. and MARINA DEL REY Calif., 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD), one of the nation's leading drug store chains, and…
June 25, 20140Comments

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The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft added another community event to tournament week: A 5K Run and Breakfast

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —   The Meijer LPGA Classic presented by Kraft added another community event as it continues to round out tournament week: A 5K Run and Breakfast. The Meijer LPGA 5K Run & Breakfast presented by Kellogg’s will provide families with another way to get involved with the tournament Aug. 4-10. The…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Business Malls Management Marketing Retail

CBRE and Maastricht University joint project 2014 Green Building Adoption Index finds Minneapolis is leading U.S. market for green commercial real estate

Study Points to Significant Growth Since 2005 in Green Building Spaces in the U.S. ​Los Angeles, 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Minneapolis is the U.S. city with the highest percentage of green commercial space, and green commercial real estate nationwide has increased significantly since 2005.Those are key findings of the 2014 Green Building Adoption Index, a…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Consumer Goods Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Foodstuffs: Four Square Coromandel to open in late 2014

Auckland, New Zealand,  2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Coromandel township locals can look forward to a new Four Square in late 2014, as work commences at the new site on the corner of Wharf Road and Charles Street this week.  Angela Bull, Foodstuffs (North Island) General Manager Property Development is thrilled the Coromandel community will soon…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Harris Teeter gives back to the community with donation of $45,000 to three local food banks

Matthews, N.C.,  2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Harris Teeter gives back to the community with donation of $45,000 to three local food banks Who:      Harris Teeter, Food Bank of the Albemarle, The Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula and the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore What:      Harris Teeter is giving back to the community with a…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s reduced sugar content in its own brand chilled juice drinks by 16.7 million teaspoons per year

LONDON, 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  As part of it's commitment to being the best retailer for food and health, Sainsbury’s has reduced the sugar content in its own brand chilled juice drinks by 83.5 tonnes a year, which equates to over 16.7 million teaspoons or 329 million fewer calories per year. The new healthier range…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Delhaize Group announce the appointment of Kevin Holt as Chief Executive Officer for Delhaize America

Kevin Holt appointed as new Chief Executive Officer for Delhaize America BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Delhaize Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Holt as Chief Executive Officer for Delhaize America. Mr. Holt, formerly President of Retail Operations at SUPERVALU, will also become a member of the Delhaize Group Executive Committee. He…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid President and CEO Ken Martindale officially marked the grand re-opening of the Company’s Beverly Hills store

Rite Aid President and Chief Operating Officer Ken Martindale to Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 11 a.m. Store Rich in Innovation and Unique Merchandising Concepts is the Latest Rite Aid's On-Going Evolution of its Wellness Store Format Rite Aid Foundation Reinforces Commitment to Beverly Hills Community and Beyond, Presenting Donations to Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Beverly Hills…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Target Corp. announced online orders of $50 or more now qualify for free shipping

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT) announced today that nearly all online orders of $50 or more will now qualify for free shipping. The new policy, which takes effect immediately, simplifies the experience for guests by making tens of thousands more products eligible for free shipping. Target’s new offer is among the…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Pierre Audoin Consultants research on behalf of Wincor Nixdorf: Postal operators to invest 20 billion Euros globally in IT systems alone in 2015

Paderborn, Germany,   2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The international market research and consulting firm Pierre Audoin Consultants (PAC) estimates that alone in 2015, postal operators will invest 20 billion Euros globally in IT systems. Of this total, 3.1 billion Euros will go to transforming their branch operations. These are among the key insights of…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Business Malls Management Retail Retailer

CBRE Group, Inc. to provide property management services for CommonWealth REIT’s 42.9 million-sq.-ft. property portfolio

CBRE to Manage Nearly 43 Million Sq. Ft. in 31 Markets Los Angeles, 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG) today announced its appointment to provide property management services for CommonWealth REIT’s (NYSE: CWH) 42.9 million-sq.-ft. property portfolio, excluding properties classified as discontinued operations. CBRE’s appointment is targeted to take effect on or around October 1,…
June 24, 20140Comments

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BESTSELLER’s maternity wear brand MAMALICIOUS launches baby and toddler wear MINIMIZE

Brande, Denmark, 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Danish fashion house BESTSELLER’s recent revamp of Mamalicious with a new look, design vision and brand identity has paved the way for a brand extension uniting cute with a new Nordic interpretation of trend and look. MINIMIZE is a new take on baby and toddler wear, in sizes from new-born…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Management Philanthropy Retail Retailer

Harris Teeter donates $675,153.97 to schools this month through its fundraising program Together in Education

Schools Receive Over $1.5 Million from Harris Teeter throughout 2013-2104 school year Matthews, N.C., 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Today, Harris Teeter announced it is donating $675,153.97 to schools this month through Together in Education (TIE), Harris Teeter’s fundraising program for schools in its communities.  This third and final payment of the current school year brings the…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Business Home & Garden Home Decor Management Retail Retailer

Kingfisher hosted reception at the House of Commons to mark first year of Net Positive

LONDON, 2014-6-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  It’s a year since Kingfisher, Europe’s largest home improvement retailer (B&Q and Screwfix) launched Net Positive - its restorative approach to business.  To mark the occasion and its first full-year’s results, the Group hosted a reception at the House of Commons to share its progress against ambitious targets. One of…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Carrefour to acquire DIA France for enterprise value of 600 million euros

PARIS, 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Carrefour announces, as part of an exclusivity agreement with DIA, the signature of a put option with a view to acquire DIA France for an enterprise value of 600 million euros. With more than 800 stores totaling nearly 550,000 m² to date, DIA France recorded sales under banners of 2.3…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Glen Tully receives Global Co-operator Award from The Canadian Co-operative Association and Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada

Saskatchewan, Canada, 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Canadian Co-operative Association and Co-operative Development Foundation (CDF) of Canada recognized Glen Tully with the Global Co-operator Award for his commitment to its international development work. The award was presented June 16 at the Canadian Co-operative Association and Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada Congress in Moncton, N.B. VIDEO: Glen Tully comments…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets donated $25,000 to Achievement Center of Erie, PA to help fund the construction of outdoor play therapy area at Millcreek Township

ERIE, PA, 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Wegmans Food Markets has donated $25,000 to the Achievement Center of Erie, PA to help fund the construction of an outdoor play therapy area at the Center’s new location in Millcreek Township. Expected to open early this fall in what was formerly a Walmart store, the site will house…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Morrisons announces another round of price cuts that will lead to 135 everyday products becoming permanently cheaper

Bradford, England,  2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Morrisons announces another round of price cuts, taking effect on Monday (23 June), that will lead to 135 everyday products becoming permanently cheaper. The latest round of cuts will see prices slashed by as much as 41%, with an average reduction of 14%. Cuts will be across a mix…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Business Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Russia’s largest food retailer Magnit opens 55th “Magnit Family” store

Krasnodar, 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — OJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest food retailer (the “Company”; MICEX and LSE: MGNT), is pleased to announce the opening of the 55th “Magnit Family” store. Please be informed that today the Company has opened its 55th “Magnit Family” store located at 11, Chistopolskaya street, Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Volga federal district. Assortment of the store…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Scotherbs to supply Sainsbury’s range of fresh cut herbs

LONDON,  2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Scotland’s fresh herb grower and packer, Scotherbs has secured a deal to supply Sainsbury’s range of fresh cut herbs. Available in supermarkets across Scotland, Northern Ireland and North West England, products range from coriander to mint. Sainsbury’s has worked with Scotherbs since 2009 having established a regional supply base of branded…
June 23, 20140Comments

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AHOLD REPURCHASED 2,622,529 AHOLD COMMON SHARES FOR € 35.36 MILLION BETWEEN JUNE 16 AND 20, 2014

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Ahold has repurchased 2,622,529 Ahold common shares in the period from June 16, 2014 up to and including June 20, 2014. The shares were repurchased at an average price of € 13.4815 per share for a total consideration of € 35.36 million. These repurchases were made as part of…
June 23, 20140Comments

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US Foods opened wholesale food and restaurant supply store CHEF’STORE in Tempe, Arizona

New Food and Restaurant Supply Store Provides Food Industry Professionals with Everything They Need to be Successful at Competitive Prices Seven Days a Week  Rosemont, Ill., 2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  US Foods today opened the country’s fourth CHEF’STORE in Tempe, Ariz. CHEF’STORE is a wholesale food and restaurant supply store featuring an assortment of more than…
June 23, 20140Comments

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The Scottish Retail Consortium calls on the Government to help keep down the cost of doing business and assist retailers to expand and create jobs

LONDON,  2014-6-23 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) is calling on the Scottish Government to do more to help keep down the cost of doing business and cost of living, and assist retailers to expand and create jobs. In a new paper ‘Scottish Retail: Creating Jobs, Investing in Communities, Boosting Growth' submitted to…
June 23, 20140Comments

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Business Convenience Stores Food & Beverage Management Retail Retailer

NACS and the United Fresh Produce Association to increase sales of fresh produce in convenience stores

​Alexandria, VA, 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  NACS and the United Fresh Produce Association announced a new partnership to significantly increase the sales of fresh produce in convenience stores. A new task force of members of both groups met during the United Fresh 2014 convention in Chicago last week. As the leading associations representing produce suppliers and…
June 20, 20140Comments

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Michael J. Short appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Toys“R”Us, Inc.

WAYNE, NJ, 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. today announced that it has named Michael J. Short Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Toys“R”Us, Inc., effective June 23. Mr. Short, 53, a seasoned finance executive with broad retail and corporate development experience, was most recently Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of…
June 20, 20140Comments

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