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Ross Stores announces the opening of 19 Ross Dress for Less® and 7 dd’s DISCOUNTS® stores across 14 different states in Sep and Oct

Added 90 Total Stores in 2015

DUBLIN, Calif., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ross Stores today announced the opening of 19 Ross Dress for Less® (“Ross”) and seven dd’s DISCOUNTS® stores across 14 different states in September and October. These new locations complete the Company’s 2015 expansion plans to add a total of 90 stores during the year.

“This recent opening group rounds out our 2015 store growth plans to add 70 Ross and 20 dd’s DISCOUNTS locations,” said Jim Fassio, President and Chief Development Officer. “We entered our 34th state in October, opening three new stores in Wisconsin. Our ongoing focus remains on expansion across both existing and newer markets, such as the Midwest. Longer term, we continue to plan for significant growth throughout all markets, and remain confident that Ross Dress for Less can grow to 2,000 locations and dd’s DISCOUNTS can become a chain of 500 stores.”

Ross Stores, Inc. is an S&P 500, Fortune 500 and Nasdaq 100 (ROST) company headquartered in Dublin, California, with fiscal 2014 revenues of $11.0 billion. Currently, the Company operates Ross Dress for Less®(“Ross”), the largest off-price apparel and home fashion chain in the United States with 1,276 locations in 34 states, the District of Columbia and Guam. Ross offers first-quality, in-season, name brand and designer apparel, accessories, footwear and home fashions for the entire family at savings of 20% to 60% off department and specialty store regular prices every day. The Company also currently operates 172 dd’s DISCOUNTS® in 15 states that feature a more moderately-priced assortment of first-quality, in-season, name brand apparel, accessories, footwear and home fashions for the entire family at savings of 20% to 70% off moderate department and discount store regular prices every day. Additional information is available at www.rossstores.com.

Contact: Connie Kao
Senior Director, Investor & Media Relations
(925) 965-4668
connie.kao@ros.com

SOURCE: Ross Stores, Inc.

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Schnucks hosts job fair to fill positions across the Evansville area; will hold open interviews at Holiday Inn Evansville Airport until Oct 23

EVANSVILLE, Ind., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — If you are interested in starting a new career, looking for a career change or just want to supplement your income, Schnucks might be the answer for you. Schnucks is hosting a job fair to fill positions across the Evansville area including the Darmstadt location scheduled to open later this fall. From 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday until Oct. 23, members of the Schnucks Talent Acquisition team will hold open interviews at the Holiday Inn Evansville Airport at 7107 U.S. Highway 41 North (47725).

To accelerate the process, prospective applicants are encouraged to apply online before coming to the fair at:  www.schnucks.com/employment.

According to Julie Fancher, Schnucks director of talent acquisition, the family-owned food and pharmacy company is hiring for a variety of positions. “We’re excited about opening our sixth store in the Evansville area and are looking for friendly people to serve our customers at that store as well as our five other southern Indiana locations,” Fancher said. “We offer flexible schedules, career advancement opportunities, health benefits (after a qualifying period) and other teammate perks.”

Most positions are part-time to start with no experience required; on-the-job training will be offered. Positions are available for people with a variety of talents and skills ranging from baggers and checkers to stockers and clerks throughout the store.

Schnucks has served Evansville-area customers since 1977 when it opened its Evansville North and Evansville East stores. Today, the grocer employs approximately 700 people in five area stores including Evansville West, Newburgh and Green River Road.

Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned grocery/pharmacy retailer committed to nourishing people’s lives. The company takes pride in its community partnerships and gives in kind and cash donations to more than 500 not-for-profit organizations each year. Schnucks currently operates 98 stores in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Iowa. Privately held, Schnucks employs nearly 15,000 teammates and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Follow Schnucks on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Schnucks.

Media Contact: Paul Simon
314-994-4603
psimon@schnucks.com

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Schnucks will host job fair to fill positions across the St. Louis metropolitan area on Oct 14 at Holiday Inn Southwest

ST. LOUIS, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — If you are hoping to start a new career, looking for a career change or just want to supplement your income, Schnucks might be the answer for you. On Wednesday, Oct. 14, Schnucks is hosting a job fair to fill positions across the St. Louis metropolitan area. From 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. that day, members of the Schnucks Talent Acquisition team will hold open interviews at the Holiday Inn Southwest, Route 66 in Sunset Hills, Mo. at 10709 Watson Road (63127).

To accelerate the process, prospective applicants are encouraged to apply online before coming to the fair at:  www.schnucks.com/employment.

According to Julie Fancher, Schnucks director of talent acquisition, the family-owned food and pharmacy company is hiring for a variety of positions in the 67 stores throughout the St. Louis area. “We are looking for people who can connect with our customers and have a passion for food,” Fancher said. “We offer flexible schedules, career advancement opportunities, health benefits (after a qualifying period) and other teammate perks.”

Most positions are part-time to start with no experience required; on-the-job training will be offered. Positions are available for people with a variety of talents and skills ranging from baggers and checkers to stockers and clerks throughout the store.

Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned grocery/pharmacy retailer committed to nourishing people’s lives. The company takes pride in its community partnerships and gives in kind and cash donations to more than 500 not-for-profit organizations each year. Schnucks currently operates 98 stores in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Iowa. Privately held, Schnucks employs nearly 15,000 teammates and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Follow Schnucks on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Schnucks.

Media Contact: Paul Simon
314-994-4603
psimon@schnucks.com

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Staples and Office Depot mutually agreed with the FTC to extend the review period for the Office Depot acquisition

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples and Office Depot today announced that they have mutually agreed with the Federal Trade Commission to extend the review period for the Office Depot acquisition. Under the terms of the agreement, the FTC has agreed to issue its decision regarding this transaction by December 8, 2015.

“We’re pleased to reach an agreement with the FTC to extend the review period for the Office Depot transaction,” said Ron Sargent, Chairman and CEO, Staples, Inc. “This transaction will enable us to better serve our customers and to compete in an evolving marketplace. We will continue to work cooperatively with the Federal Trade Commission.”

Regulators in Australia, New Zealand and China have approved the transaction. Staples and Office Depot continue to work with regulatory authorities in the European Union, the United States and Canada.

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In connection with the proposed merger, Staples has filed with the SEC a registration statement on Form S-4 that includes a proxy statement of Office Depot that also constitutes a prospectus of Staples. Staples filed the final proxy statement/prospectus with the SEC on May 18, 2015. The registration statement was declared effective by the SEC on May 15, 2015. Office Depot mailed the definitive proxy statement/prospectus to stockholders of Office Depot on or about May 19, 2015, and the stockholders approved the transaction on June 19, 2015. The registration statement and the proxy statement/prospectus contain important information about Staples, Office Depot, the transaction and related matters. Investors and security holders are urged to read the registration statement and the proxy statement/prospectus (including all amendments and supplements thereto) carefully.

Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the registration statement and the proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed with the SEC by Staples and Office Depot through the web site maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov.

In addition, investors and security holders may obtain free copies of the registration statement and the definitive proxy statement/prospectus from Staples by contacting Staples’ Investor Relations Department at 800-468-7751 or from Office Depot by contacting Office Depot’s Investor Relations Department at 561-438-7878.

SAFE HARBOR FOR FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Statements in this document regarding the proposed transaction between Staples and Office Depot, the expected timetable for satisfying conditions to the merger, including receiving regulatory approvals, and completing the transaction, future financial and operating results, benefits and synergies of the transaction, future opportunities for the combined company and any other statements about Staples or Office Depot managements’ future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans or prospects constitute forward looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact (including statements containing “believes,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “expects,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “intends,” “estimates” and similar expressions) should also be considered to be forward looking statements. There are a number of important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward looking statements, including: the ability to consummate the transaction; the risk that regulatory approvals required for the merger are not obtained or are obtained after delays or subject to conditions that are not anticipated; the risk that the financing required to fund the transaction is not obtained; the risk that the other conditions to the closing of the merger are not satisfied; potential adverse reactions or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the announcement or completion of the merger; uncertainties as to the timing of the merger; competitive responses to the proposed merger; response by activist shareholders to the merger; uncertainty of the expected financial performance of the combined company following completion of the proposed transaction; the ability to successfully integrate Staples’ and Office Depot’s operations and employees; the ability to realize anticipated synergies and cost savings; unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from the merger; litigation relating to the merger; the outcome of pending or potential litigation or governmental investigations; the inability to retain key personnel; any changes in general economic and/or industry specific conditions; and the other factors described in Staples’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2015 and Office Depot’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 27, 2014 and their most recent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q each filed with the SEC. Staples and Office Depot disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this document.

About Staples:
Staples makes it easy to make more happen with more products and more ways to shop. Through its world-class retail, online and delivery capabilities, Staples lets customers shop however and whenever they want, whether it’s in-store, online or on mobile devices. Staples offers more products than ever, such as technology, facilities and break room supplies, furniture, safety supplies, medical supplies, and Copy and Print services. Staples also offers free shipping for Staples Rewards Members, in most cases overnight. Headquartered outside of Boston, Staples operates in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. More information about Staples (SPLS) is available atwww.staples.com.

Staples, Inc.
Kirk Saville
Media Relations
Kirk.Saville@Staples.com
(508) 253-8530

Chris Powers
Investor Relations
Christoper.Powers@Staples.com
(508) 253-4632

Office Depot
Karen Denning
Media Relations
Karen.Denning@officedepot.com
(630) 438-7445

Mike Steele
Investor Relations
Michael.Steele@officedepot.com
(561) 438-3657

SOURCE: OFFICE DEPOT

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Techstars METRO Accelerator announces the start-ups taking part in its programme

  • Techstars METRO Accelerator supports Digital Transformation in restaurants, hotels and catering companies
  • Eleven international startup teams are moving to Berlin for three months
  • New technologies help independent entrepreneurs from the hospitality industry develop their business

Düsseldorf, Germany, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Techstars METRO Accelerator opens its doors today and announces the start-ups taking part in its programme. International teams from five countries are moving into the offices of German Tech Entrepreneurship Center in Berlin. For three months, they will benefit from the focused support of mentors as well as financial support to expand their business model internationally. The Accelerator is organised by METRO along with US partners Techstars and the advertising agency R/GA. It will foster the development of innovative solutions for the hospitality industry.

Eleven start-ups made it into the programme. Among them are companies that produce software solutions and apps for restaurant owners, caterers and hoteliers, such as www.1001menus.com, Flowtify or Wynd, travel and restaurant services such as Lunchio or Journy, and webshops such as Gastrozentrale.de. The companies are based in the United States, France, Estonia, Austria and Germany.

“The quality of the start-ups is impressive,” said Olaf Koch, CEO of METRO AG. “The teams have access to mentorship, technical support, help in company planning, sector expertise as well as financial support.” For Koch digitalisation is of great importance: “The Accelerator is a catalyst for value creation. Our customers in the hospitality sector can benefit a lot from new digital solutions. The Accelerator helped us to identify great business concepts. Now our focus will be on supporting them on their way to even more success. In a certain way this is the logical next step on our mission to be “champion for independent business”, both for our core customers and as well for start-up entrepreneurs. We see huge potential for digital solutions in the hospitality industry in Europe. That’s why we’ve developed this programme along with Techstars and R/GA.”

Several hundred start-ups from 20 countries applied for Techstars METRO Accelerator. Jury members who include industry experts selected the companies based on common criteria as well as their experience and knowledge. Starting today, the best start-ups will develop their digital solutions for restaurateurs and hoteliers in a three-month programme, ending with a “Demo Day” at the end of January 2016 when they will present themselves to potential investors.

“METRO is such a great brand in the industry, it has really helped attract great start-ups. The way METRO has contributed to this programme and offered access to the corporation shows real thought leadership,” summarised Managing Partner and Techstars co-founder David Brown.

Alexander Zumdieck, METRO Managing Director of Techstars METRO Accelerator, provided a glimpse into the selection process: “We filtered out the best start-ups from of hundreds of applications. It was not easy, since the quality of applications was very high. We looked at them from many different angles to choose the best teams and the most promising business models that will provide our core customers – independent business owners – with new products and services and make them more competitive.”

Rob Johnson, who runs Techstars METRO Accelerator along with Alexander Zumdieck, appreciates this great potential for development: “Our programme is the first accelerator in the world to be focused on the digital revolution in hotels and restaurants. We look forward to three intense months with these young technology companies. We’ll do our best to support the teams in their work on digital solutions in the food and hotel sector, and to open up any opportunities that we can for them.”

Our Website provides further information on Techstars METRO Accelerator, as does our Blog and newsletter. You can subscribe for free at blog.techstarsmetro.com.

The following companies impressed our expert jury:

Coffee Cloud

  • Founded: in Tartu, Estonia in 2015
  • Founder: Miroslav Kovač, Andreja Kovač
  • Coffee Cloud has developed an application with wireless connection for espresso machines that counts how many cups of coffee are made in real time and saves the data in Cloud. All drinks are reliably billed. At the same time, the device monitors the machines and informs the user when an appliance has to be repaired or cleaned.
  • www.coffeecloud.co

Flowtify

  • Founded: in Cologne, Germany in 2015
  • Founder: Daniel Vollmer (CEO), Gabriel Schlatter (CTO), Parshin Mortazi (co-founder)
  • Flowtify develops a tablet-app for quality and HACCP-management for restaurateurs and restaurants. HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is a concept for risk assessment of critical control points and serves as a preventative system for consumer protection by hygiene regulations. Using paperless checklists, employees can exercise, document and archive quality measure.
  • www.flowtify.de

Gastrozentrale.de

  • Founded in Munich, Germany in 2014
  • Founder: Moritz Grumbach (CEO)
  • Gastrozentrale.de is a B2B online shop for kitchen technology and restaurant/catering equipment. From small food stands to canteen kitchens, customers can easily order napkins, industrial refrigerators or patio heaters online.
  • www.gastrozentrale.de

GroupRaise.com

  • Founded in Houston, USA in 2011
  • Founder: Devin Baptiste (CEO), Kevin Valdez (COO), Paul Kwiatkowski (Chief Tenacity Officer), Sean Park (CMO)
  • GroupRaise.com helps to raise donations for aid projects. When a group books a table at a participating restaurant, a percent of the bill will be donated to a help project of their choosing. Restaurants can this way increase their capacity in difficult times.
  • www.groupraise.com

Journy

  • Founded in New York City, USA in 2014
  • Founders: Susan Ho (CEO), Amy Guo (CTO), Leiti Hsu (Chief Journyist)
  • Users tell Journy what they want to see and do in any particular city. The service then consults local experts and puts together an individual tailor-made travel plan. The package costs 50 dollars per city.
  • www.gojourny.com

Lunchio

  • Founded in Witten, Germany in 2015
  • Founder: Deniz Caglayan (Head of Marketing), Dennis Ortmann (Managing Partner), Jan Christian Saupe (CFO), Sebastian Blautzik (CTO)
  • Lunchio is an online waiter and restaurant guide for lunch. Users select a restaurant in their city, pre-order their favourite meal and pay. When they arrive at the restaurant, they don’t have to wait and can eat their lunch right away.
  • www.lunchio.de

Poshpacker

  • Founded in Washington DC, USA in 2013
  • Founders: Anna Kojzar (CEO), Tania Cruz (Co-Founder)
  • Thanks for Poshpacker, travelers can easily and affordably book creative hotels, hostels or apartments around the world. The hotel booking site distinguishes itself from the competition by offering extraordinary places to sleep like igloos and caves.
  • www.poshpacker.co

Roomatic

  • Founded in Tallinn, Estonia in 2014
  • Founders: Andreas van de Castel (CEO), Arnis Vuškāns (CTO)
  • Roomatic allows hotel guests to communicate their needs with their smartphone. The user orders a taxi by app or registers a problem easily with the application, or get in touch directly with room service.
  • www.roomatic.net

rublys

  • Found in Vienna, Austria in 2013
  • Founder: Manuel Zwittag (CEO)
  • rublys is a gambling mobile-marketing-instrument with which companies can win new customers. With the app and free of cost, users can choose scratch cards from companies, scratch and win prizes.
  • www.rublys.com

Wynd

  • Founded in Paris, France in 2013
  • Founders: Ismaél Ould (CEO), Arthur Perticoz (CMO)
  • Wynd offers a software package with various modules for restaurateurs to help them digitalize their restaurants or cafés.
  • www.wynd.eu

1001menus

  • Founded in Paris, France in 2010
  • Founders: Xavier Zeitoun (CEO), Thomas Zeitoun (Key Account Director), Julien Balmont (CTO)
  • 1001menus has developed a restaurant software that helps restaurants to create their own websites in a quick and simple way, as well as to manage their reservations. Furthermore, restaurants can easily let their customers know what’s new, like changes to the menu, with their newsletter and social media tool.
  • www.1001menus.com

METRO GROUP is one of the largest and most important international retailing companies. In the financial year 2013/14 it generated sales of around €63 billion. The company operates more than 2,000 stores in 30 countries and has a headcount of around 230,000 employees. The performance of METRO GROUP is based on the strength of its sales brands that operate independently in their respective market segments: METRO/MAKRO Cash & Carry – the international leader in self-service wholesale – Media Markt and Saturn – the European market leader in consumer electronics retailing and Real hypermarkets.

SOURCE: METRO GROUP

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New York nail artist Casey Danton Nails the Look of Starbucks Fall Cups

SEATTLE, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — When a Starbucks designer sketched fall leaves to decorate the company’s iconic white cups, he didn’t know the result would end up inspiring another artist nearly 3,000 miles away.

Jimmy Balch, a Seattle-based senior designer for store promotions at Starbucks, was asked to create paper cup artwork for those who relish the autumn season.

Balch drew autumn symbols found in nature like leaves, berries, pumpkins and pine cones. When he had a desired creative direction, he gave the concept to Victor Melendez, senior packaging designer, who created illustrations for this year’s Anniversary Blend coffee bag as well.

“While there are many customers who want to hold onto summer, there are others who can’t wait for it to end,” he said. “We wanted to give those who celebrate fall something special.”

New Yorker, and frequent Starbucks customer, Casey Danton savors the season – the crisp, cool air and her favorite hot beverage.

“I always know the best time of the year is approaching when Starbucks releases PSL,” she said. “When I saw the new Starbucks fall cup I was picking up my first Pumpkin Spice Latte of the season. I was instantly smitten. I love the personalized illustrated touch it gives.”

Danton would naturally appreciate Starbucks handcrafted beverages and the hand-drawn charm of the fall cup design because she also works with her hands. She’s a nail artist who specializes in the freehand painting of fingernails. When not working in advertising, Danton features nail polish trends and her designs through her Instagram channel, Dull Like Glitter.

“I knew I wanted to create a fun autumn design to share with my followers to welcome the season, but had a difficult time settling on anything. As soon as I saw the cup I knew I found my design. I specialize in hand painting so all of the illustration was recreated by hand with very small paintbrushes,” she said. “The reaction to the Starbucks nail art has been overwhelmingly positive. It’s quickly becoming one of my most-liked photos on Instagram with over 1,100 likes and growing.”

This isn’t the first time Starbucks was her creative inspiration. When she received her gold My Starbucks Rewards® loyalty card, she painted her nails accordingly, and last year she dressed up as a Starbucks siren for Halloween.

This is Casey’s Starbucks story, what’s yours? Email newstips@starbucks.com

For more information on this news release, contact the Starbucks Newsroom.

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New York nail artist Casey Danton Nails the Look of Starbucks Fall Cups

New York nail artist Casey Danton Nails the Look of Starbucks Fall Cups

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Sainsbury’s extends its British lamb season until at least January 2016

LONDON, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s has committed to extend its British lamb season until at least January 2016. The announcement will help make the most of the increased availability of stock this season while reassuring its farmers affected by low prices. For customers, it means more great quality British lamb will be on offer in our stores into the winter months.

The typical British lamb season means availability and quality can decline in the New Year, however by working closely with our farmers in the Sainsbury’s Lamb Development Group (SLDG) we are confident we will have enough quality British lamb to extend our by Sainsbury’s British lamb range well into January 2016. Our aim is to optimise our British offer while securing availability for customers with support from New Zealand product during peak demand.

British lamb products include by Sainsbury’s lamb chops through to lamb used in our ready meals, for example by Sainsbury’s lamb Rogan Josh and pilau rice.

Philip Hambling, Agriculture Manager at Sainsbury’s said: “It continues to be a good year for British lamb supply, so as part of our British commitment we are making plans to source as much high quality lamb as possible into the New Year. We hope this gives our sheep farmers confidence in what has been a difficult year for lamb sales, and of course still provide our customers great quality and value.”

The lamb on our meat counter and in our Taste the Difference and Organic ranges is 100% British all year around. Our packaged fresh lamb is 100% British in the main season. This year we were able to switch all our fresh lamb to British by the end of June.

Notes to editors

Founded in 1869, Sainsbury’s today operates over 1,200 stores, employing around 161,000 colleagues across the UK. With 24 million customer transactions every week, the company’s focus is on delivering high quality, affordable food, clothing and general merchandise across supermarkets, convenience stores and online. Sainsbury’s Bank offers accessible financial products that reward customers who both bank and shop with Sainsbury’s. Strong, well-established values are integral to Sainsbury’s success in helping customers Live Well forLess.

  • Sainsbury’s has 950 sheep farmers in Sainsbury’s Lamb Development Group (SLDG).
  • Our aim is to maximise our by Sainsbury’s British pre-packed lamb range into the New Year, taking advantage of good British lamb crop this year.
  • Each season is different which is why we adjust our sourcing accordingly, for example, by working with our farmers we were able to increase our availably of British lamb compared to last year, particularly in the traditional off-season between January and June.
  • Through our SLDG we are investing to improve farm performance and quality to support a sustainable industry.
  • Sainsbury’s has supported British farming for 143 years and we continue to work collaboratively throughout our dedicated supply groups.
  • Sainsbury’s has ten dedicated agricultural Development Groups with Dairy being the first and most established having been set up in 2007 and currently with 321 farmers.
  • Sainsbury’s recently announced a call for apprentices in the horticulture and agriculture industry. Information for employers or apprentices is available from www.j-sainsbury.co.uk/suppliers/sainsburys-horticulture-and-agriculture-apprenticeship-scheme/

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Sainsbury’s extends its British lamb season until at least January 2016

Sainsbury’s extends its British lamb season until at least January 2016

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BRC-KPMG: UK retail sales increased 2.6% in Sep 2015 vs the same month 2014

– UK retail sales increased 2.6% on a like-for-like basis from September 2014, when they had decreased 2.1% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 3.9%, against a 0.8% fall in September 2014. This is the fastest growth since January 2014, excluding Easter distortions. Adjusted for the BRC-Nielsen Shop Price Index deflation, total growth was 5.8%.

– The inclusion of the Bank Holiday into the September period positively distorted the figures of the back-to-school-sensitive categories, particularly the fashion and home categories. September’s figures were also flattered by a soft comparable period last year.

– Total Food sales grew 0.2% over the 3 months to September, in line with their twelve-month average, which reported its best performance since July 2014. On a 3-month basis, total Non-Food sales were up 3.7%, ahead of their 12-month average of 3.3%.

– Online sales of Non-Food products in the UK grew 14.2% in September versus a year earlier, when they had grown 8.2%. The Non-Food online penetration rate was 17.7%, up from 17.2% in September 2014.

LONDON, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Helen Dickinson, Chief Executive Officer, British Retail Consortium, said: “September was a bright month for retail, with the strongest sales performance since January of last year, excluding Easter distortions. However, sales growth was boosted by the August Bank Holiday, which fell in this period as opposed to August last year, shifting back-to-school sales into September, so such strong growth is likely to be overstated. September’s figures were also flattered by a soft comparable period last year, which was the worst performance of 2014. The three month average growth for non-food was 3.7 per cent, ahead of the 3.3 per cent twelve month average. Furniture was September’s top performing category, with the highest sales seen since April of 2014. Footwear, the second best performing category, had its best performance since March of last year.

“There was good news for food sales too, thanks in no small part to the Rugby World Cup. Food had, in real terms, its highest twelve month average sales since February of 2011, which is particularly positive news following a prolonged period of decline. Retailers are seeing some improved consumer demand but they continue to operate in a very competitive environment. They are looking to Government to lighten the excessive tax burden they face.”

David McCorquodale, Head of Retail, KPMG, said: “With the summer bank holiday falling into September, top line trends for the month were inevitably inflated with total sales up 3.9 per cent compared to 2014. However, taking the 3 months July to September, total sales across all categories also showed a bounce back, up 2.2 per cent in the period suggesting a stronger finish to the British summer overall.

“Fashion sales were given a particular boost in September with more autumnal weather encouraging shoppers to check out the new season ranges and last minute back-to-school purchases lifting sales of children’s clothes and shoes. Home and furniture also benefited from the bank holiday timing as consumers took the opportunity to fit in a bit of redecorating.

“Despite the start of the Rugby World Cup encouraging people to get the beers and burgers in, food and drink sales showed no signs of accelerating in the three months July to September. Grocers will be hoping that consumers will continue to revel in the atmosphere in spite of England’s early exit from the tournament.
“Moving into the final quarter of 2015, retailers will be keeping a watchful eye on Christmas with the launch of festive campaigns starting to wet consumers’ appetites and Black Friday expected to be big again.”

Food & Drink sector performance – Joanne Denney-Finch, Chief Executive, IGD, said: “In recent months food and drink sales have tended to vary a little above or a little below last year’s figure, and September’s performance was almost flat. However, this disguises a huge amount of change taking place. The UK grocery market continues to provide shoppers with more options, including food to go, online, discount and convenience shopping. The major players are also investing in revitalising their stores. The result is three quarters of grocery shoppers are very satisfied with their overall experience; 57 per cent say they like shopping for food, up from 43 per cent seven years ago.”

British Retail Consortium, 21 Dartmouth Street, Westminster, London, SW1H 9BP. 020 7854 8900. info@brc.org.uk.

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BRC-KPMG: Non-Food products sales online in UK grew 14.2% in September

– Online sales of Non-Food products in the UK grew 14.2% in September versus a year earlier, when it had risen by 8.2% over the previous year, the second-slowest growth of 2014. This is ahead of the 12-month average of 12.1%.

– In September 2015, Online sales represented 17.7% of total Non-Food sales, against 17.2% in September 2014, a 0.5 percentage point increase, the smallest since April 2014.

– Furniture saw the second-highest growth of all categories and its best since our record began, helped by the positive distortion of the Bank Holiday inclusion in the September period. The fashion categories contributed the strongest to Non-Food growth, helped by a soft comparable in September 2014.

– Online sales contributed 1.4 percentage points to the year-on-year change of Non-Food total sales in September. Stores contributed more than Online, helped by the inclusion of the Bank Holiday in the period.

LONDON, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Helen Dickinson, Chief Executive Officer, British Retail Consortium, said: “Although bricks and mortar shops were the stars this month with great sales strength, online is proving itself to be a successful steady contributor to overall sales all year round. September’s online furniture sales were particularly fruitful with the best sales growth since records began in December 2012. Some exclusively online retailers are now opening physical shops in attempts to connect with more customers and showcase products in the way only shops with a front door can.”

David McCorquodale, Head of Retail, KPMG, said: “Online sales sprung back up in September with non-food online sales increasing 14.2% as consumers returned from summer holidays and some bouts of wetter weather persuading shoppers to browse the virtual aisles rather than hitting the high streets.

“In particular, retailers saw positive responses to both end-of season-sales as well as the launch of new ranges for health and beauty products.

“Looking ahead, retailers will no doubt be putting online systems through their final paces to ensure all the channels are ready for the all-important Black Friday and run up to the festive season.”

British Retail Consortium, 21 Dartmouth Street, Westminster, London, SW1H 9BP. 020 7854 8900. info@brc.org.uk.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill announces the appointment of Curt Garner as CIO

Starbucks’ Curt Garner to Join Chipotle Management Team as the Company’s First CIO

DENVER, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced that it has hired Curt Garner as chief information officer. Garner, who held the same position at Starbucks Coffee Corporation, will join Chipotle effective November 23, 2015, and become the company’s first CIO.

“We are changing the way people think about and eat fast food,” said Steve Ells, founder, chairman and co-CEO of Chipotle. “Inherent in that vision is our quest to provide the very best restaurant experience we can. As we look for ways to create efficiencies in our restaurants and improve the customer experience through the strategic use of technology, Curt’s experience and expertise make him an ideal and welcome addition to our management team.”

Prior to joining Chipotle, Garner served as CIO at Starbucks, where he held a variety of positions in the company’s information technology group throughout his 18 years with the company. During his tenure at Starbucks, Garner’s work on technology infrastructure began when the company had fewer than 2,000 stores, and continued through its development of the infrastructure to support a global business that is recognized as a leader in digital platform technology.

Prior to joining Starbucks, Garner held a technology leadership position at Wendy’s International, Inc. He is a 1991 graduate of Ohio State University, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.

“Chipotle is a tremendous company with and important mission and remarkably loyal customers,” said Garner. “I am thrilled to join such a dynamic organization at a time when investments in technology infrastructure can help the company create a technology platform that is on par with the leadership they have already established in terms of their food culture, people culture, and unit economic model.”

In his new role at Chipotle, Garner will report to Jack Hartung, chief financial officer at Chipotle.

ABOUT CHIPOTLE
Steve Ells, founder, chairman and co-CEO, started Chipotle with the idea that food served fast did not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Today, Chipotle continues to offer a focused menu of burritos, tacos, burrito bowls (a burrito without the tortilla) and salads made from fresh, high-quality raw ingredients, prepared using classic cooking methods and served in a distinctive atmosphere. Through our vision of Food With Integrity, Chipotle is seeking better food from using ingredients that are not only fresh, but that — where possible — are sustainably grown and raised responsibly with respect for the animals, the land and the farmers who produce the food. In order to achieve this vision, we focus on building a special people culture that is centered on creating teams of top performers empowered to achieve high standards. This people culture not only leads to a better dining experience for our customers, it also allows us to develop future leaders from within. Chipotle opened with a single restaurant in 1993 and operates more than 1,850 restaurants, including 22 Chipotle restaurants outside the U.S. and 11 ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen restaurants, and is an investor in an entity that owns and operates three Pizzeria Locale restaurants. For more information, visit Chipotle.com.

Source: Chipotle

Chipotle
Chris Arnold, 303-222-5912
carnold@chipotle.com

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NACS Show: U-Gas and Tri Star Services to expand healthier options across their stores

WASHINGTON, DC, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), which works with the private sector and PHA Honorary Chair First Lady Michelle Obama to make healthier choices easier for busy parents and families, today announced that U-Gas, home of GiGi’s Café Express, and Tri Star Services’ Twice Daily, two regional convenience store chains, have signed on to expand healthier options across their stores. The announcement was made at the NACS Show, the convenience store industry’s largest event.

Over the next several years, U-Gas – which has stores in Missouri and Illinois – and Twice Daily convenience stores in Tennessee and Kentucky, are committing to maintain and build upon healthy food choices; continue to make those choices more affordable; and support healthier options through in-store marketing and promotions to meet the needs of the children, families and communities it serves.

“Half of the U.S. population visits a convenience store every single day, and more and more they’re looking for healthier options, which are also more profitable for business,” said PHA CEO Lawrence A. Soler. “As consumer demand continues its shift toward health, U-Gas and Twice Daily are stepping up to ensure their customers have access to those healthier, more affordable options whether they’re grabbing a snack or a meal to go.”

Over the next few years, U-Gas and Twice Daily will work with PHA to expand healthier food offerings, with more fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, healthier packaged foods and healthier made to order or grab & go options. These chains will also focus on in-store promotion of healthier products, as well as other tactics geared toward making the healthy choice the easy choice. Also, in support of PHA’s Drink Up Initiative, both U-Gas and Twice Daily will add the Drink Up logo to all private label water bottles and engage in other marketing activities to encourage more customers to drink water more often.

Nearly 1,000 convenience stores have now committed to PHA to increase access to healthier foods in their stores. Today’s announcement took place at the 2015 NACS Show in Las Vegas. More than 20,000 attendees from 60-plus countries are at the 2015 NACS Show, which features four days of general sessions, more than 60 educational sessions and over 1,100 exhibiting companies in a record-setting 400,000 net-square-foot expo.

“As an industry, we are committed to making a difference in our customers’ lives, and increasingly that involves providing more healthy options in stores. We look forward to continuing to work with PHA and other like-minded groups to celebrate our members’ commitment to the communities that they serve,” said NACS President and CEO Henry O. Armour.

The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) is devoted to working with the private sector to ensure the health of our nation’s youth by solving the childhood obesity crisis. In 2010, PHA was created in conjunction with – but independent from – First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! effort. PHA is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that is led by some of the nation’s most respected health and childhood obesity experts. PHA brings together public, private and nonprofit leaders to broker meaningful commitments and develop strategies to end childhood obesity. Most important, PHA ensures that commitments made are commitments kept by working with unbiased, third parties to monitor and publicly report on the progress our partners are making. For more information about PHA, please visit www.aHealthierAmerica.org and follow PHA on Twitter @PHAnews.

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Founded in 1961 as the National Association of Convenience Stores, NACS (nacsonline.com) is the international association for convenience and fuel retailing. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,700 stores across the country, posted $696.1 billion in total sales in 2014, of which $482.6 billion were motor fuels sales. NACS has 2,100 retail and 1,600 supplier member companies, which do business in nearly 50 countries.

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Dr Pepper Snapple Group VP of convenience Kevin Martello named 2015-16 chairman of the NACS Supplier Board

LAS VEGAS, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kevin Martello, vice president of convenience, Dr Pepper Snapple Group, has been named 2015–16 chairman of the NACS Supplier Board.

In addition, Brad McGuinness, senior vice president, corporate R&D, at Verifone Inc., was named chair-elect and will succeed Martello as 2016–17 chairman. Martello and McGuinness were named to their positions during the NACS Supplier Board meeting at the NACS Show in Las Vegas.

Martello has been with Dr Pepper Snapple Group for 25 years, serving in a number of roles within the convenience and other retail channels. He attended Hillsborough Community College as well as continued education at Amberton University, and he participated in the Columbia Business School Sales Management program and the Cornell University Sales Management Program. Martello and his wife, Denise, have two children and one grandchild.

The NACS Supplier Board is comprised of individuals from NACS supplier member companies that represent different product and service categories in the convenience store industry.

Three vice chairmen also were elected to the five-member Supplier Board leadership team:
•      Jay Ard, vice president, national sales, Coca-Cola Refreshments
•      Frank McCarter, vice president of sales, national accounts, CURTIS
•      Dave Riser, vice president, external relations, R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company

In addition, six new members were elected to the NACS Supplier Board:
•      Kevin Farley, chief operating officer, GSP
•      CJ Watson, vice president, small format, Anheuser-Busch InBev
•      Stuart Clark, vice president, trade relations, McLane Company Inc.
•      Tom Blair, vice president, national accounts, MillerCoors
•      Tony Battaglia, director of sales/industry relations, PepsiCo Inc.
•      Wendy Redmond, director of sales, S & D Coffee & Tea

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Founded in 1961 as the National Association of Convenience Stores, NACS (nacsonline.com) is the international association for convenience and fuel retailing. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,700 stores across the country, posted $696.1 billion in total sales in 2014, of which $482.6 billion were motor fuels sales. NACS has 2,100 retail and 1,600 supplier member companies, which do business in nearly 50 countries.

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The National Association of Convenience Stores elects four new retail members to serve on its Board of Directors

LAS VEGAS, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) announced the election of four retail members to serve on its Board of Directors. The new members were named to their positions during the NACS Board of Directors meeting at the NACS Show in Las Vegas.

The four NACS retail members elected to serve on the Board of Directors are:
•      Lisa Dell’Alba, president and CEO of Square One Markets (Bethlehem, PA)
•      Dee Dhaliwal, president of Dhaliwal & Associates (Pleasanton, CA)
•      Bill Kent, president and CEO, The Kent Companies dba Kent Kwik Convenience Stores (Midland, TX)
•      Victor Paterno, CEO of Philippine Seven Corp. dba 7-Eleven Convenience Store (Mandaluyong, Philippines)

A member-driven organization, NACS is led by a 30-member Board of Directors, which includes three retailers from non-North American countries. In addition, the chairman and chairman-elect of the NACS Supplier Board also serve on the Board of Directors.

Following are brief biographies of the new NACS Board members:

Lisa Dell’Alba
Founded in 1971, Square One Markets Inc. operates nine stores across five counties in Pennsylvania, and also owns and operates a fuel wholesale business, Keystone Fuels. Dell’Alba began her career in the family’s business as manager of the company’s flagship location. She then served a variety of roles before becoming human resources director and later vice president of operations. She was named president of Square One Markets in 2009, and is also the president of Keystone Fuels. Dell’Alba earned a B.A. in dance and psychology from De Sales University.  Dell’Alba and her husband have one son.

Dee Dhaliwal
Dhaliwal & Associates owns and operates a small chain of four convenience stores with gas and car washes, currently branded with Chevron fuel and Extra Mile stores.  Additionally, the family-owned company also operates several hotels, quick-service restaurants and a small classic car dealership. Dhaliwal has been in the convenience store industry for nearly 30 years. He has worked continuously in the family business, taking over as vice president in 1995. He serves on the Boards of several organizations, the California Independent Oil Marketers Association (CIOMA), the Pacific Oil Conference (POC) and the American Petroleum and Convenience Association (APCA), of which he is also a founding member. He is also a past president of the California Service Station and Auto Repair Association (CSSARA).

Dhaliwal graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.A. in communications. He and his wife have three children.

Bill Kent
Kent Oil and Kent Distributors Inc. were founded in 1957 by E. L. “Buck” Kent, and today operates more than 80 retail facilities, including 40 Kent Kwik convenience stores and travel stops, Huddle House restaurants, Rustic Cafe, Baskin-Robbins, Avis Lube fast oil change centers and Mr. Payroll check-cashing. Kent joined the family business in January 1980. In 1984, he acquired 100% of Kent Oil Inc. and Kent Distributors Inc. from family through a leveraged buyout. Since then, the companies have grown from 75 employees to over 1,100 team members. He is the current president of the Chevron Texaco Petroleum Marketers Association (CTPMA) and a member of the Chevron East Marketer Council. Kent received his B.S. in general business administration from Arizona State University. He and his wife, Julie, have three children.

Victor Paterno
Philippine Seven Corporation holds the license to operate 7-Eleven convenience stores in the Philippines.  It opened its first store in 1984, and went public in 1998.  In 2001, President Chain Store, 7-Eleven licensee of Taiwan acquired a majority stake. Paterno, an engineer, joined the company at his father’s (the chairman) invitation as construction and maintenance manager in 1993. The assignment was supposed to be temporary, but finding challenge in the hidden complexities of retailing, he stayed on longer than planned. He was appointed president and CEO in 2005 by majority shareholders President Chain Store of Taiwan. The company currently has 1,500 stores and intends to maintain a 25% store footprint growth trajectory over the next 10 years. Paterno and his wife, Melissa Balinghasay, have two children.

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Founded in 1961 as the National Association of Convenience Stores, NACS (nacsonline.com) is the international association for convenience and fuel retailing. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,700 stores across the country, posted $696.1 billion in total sales in 2014, of which $482.6 billion were motor fuels sales. NACS has 2,100 retail and 1,600 supplier member companies, which do business in nearly 50 countries.

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Intershop 2015 E-Commerce Report explores the major shift currently taking place in B2B commerce

  • Omnichannel commerce as driver of digitalization of commerce
  • New system landscapes and combined ecosystems bring integration challenges

Jena, Germany, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Organizations are reaping significant benefits from their digital B2B commerce strategies, but the fast-paced success has come at a price. This is the key finding from the Intershop 2015 E-Commerce Report, launched today, which explores the major shift currently taking place in B2B commerce.

The survey of 400 e-commerce decision makers, conducted by independent research company Vanson Bourne, revealed that 97% of organizations have felt an impact due to changes in their B2B channels. Online-driven, omni-channel transformation is changing the way B2B brands connect with, engage and retain customers. On the other hand, digitalization demands the ongoing integration of supply chain and demand chain leading to more cross-linked processes, companies and businesses. All of which has ramifications for the wider digital enterprise.

Overall, respondents expect their organization’s digital platforms to grow by 13% in the next two years. Almost all (98%) respondents expect that their sector will benefit from the digitalisation of business, and the same proportion (98%) see opportunities from the digitalisation of business in general.

Yet, many are daunted by challenges as they build out the next phase of their B2B e-commerce business – especially when it comes to enabling an interconnected digital enterprise infrastructure. Most respondents (91%) expect to encounter challenges when growing their digital platform. The integration of IT systems into the B2B commerce landscape is viewed as a primary goal for the next three years. The vast majority of organizations (94%) still needs to integrate at least one IT system into their B2B commerce landscape, while they are also looking to incorporate an increasing number of business processes within their B2B e-commerce platform. The research also showed that B2B e-commerce teams are under intense scrutiny, with 99% of those surveyed saying that their organization measures B2B commerce success.

“While B2B e-commerce offers huge growth opportunities, it is very much a race of the fittest,“ commented Dr. Jochen Wiechen, CEO of Intershop. “For many organizations, delivering highly relevant and contextual experiences to their B2B buyers requires a radical rethink of their business structures, and a new dimension of automating processes along supply and demand chain. Those organizations able to re-engineer their offering fast and effectively will successfully deliver against today’s buyer expectations. Those that lag behind, however, risk losing out.”

Further key findings include:

  • 97% of respondents’ organizations have felt impact due to changes of their B2B channels – and that’s driving a greater need for more integrated business processes and greater collaboration between functional teams
  • In the next two years, respondents expect their organization’s digital platforms to grow by 13% – and that’s driving a parallel evolution of the e-commerce ecosystem from today’s web shop to a more complex and comprehensive customer engagement platform
  • Almost all (99%) of those surveyed state their organization measures their digital B2B commerce success – principally customer satisfaction (65%), revenue growth (64%), average order value (48%) and spend-per-customer (47%). This demonstrates the expectation for business results
  • Most respondents (91%) report their organization will encounter challenges when growing their digital platform – and that the integration of IT systems into the digital B2B commerce landscape is viewed as a primary goal for the next three years
  • Technical faults (47%), low initial digital B2B sales (44%) and issues integrating digital and offline channels (44%) were the challenges most likely to be expected when setting up digital B2B channels.
  • Almost all (98%) respondents expect that their sector will benefit from the digitalization of business, and the same proportion (98%) see opportunities from the digitalization of business – clearly, slipping behind represents a significant risk for those organizations that lack the vision or capability to evolve.

“It is great to see how many of the organizations we surveyed have embraced digital enablement. This capability is not only driving sales, but also helping them to enhance the good old fashioned face-to-face conversations that take place between key account managers and buyers and influencers,“ Dr. Jochen Wiechen continued. “On the other hand, digitalization is clearly rewriting the rules of competition. This means organizations are facing ever greater pressure to integrate their e-commerce operations directly into the business infrastructure. If they want to compete successfully, they will need to achieve true digital transformation.”

About the 2015 E-Commerce Report
Intershop commissioned independent research consultancy Vanson Bourne to survey 400 B2B decision-makers with responsibility for e-commerce in the UK, US, France, Germany, the Nordics and Benelux. The survey, conducted in June 2015, covered B2B organizations that had over €5 million online revenue and included a B2B element to their business. Participants were selected from organizations located in six geographic regions: the UK (60), the US (120), Germany (60), France (60), the Nordics (60) and Benelux (40).

The full Intershop E-Commerce Report can be downloaded from the Intershop website www.intershop.com/e-commerce-report .

About Intershop
Intershop Communications AG (founded in Germany 1992; Prime Standard: ISH2) is the leading independent provider of omni-channel commerce solutions. Intershop offers high-performance packaged software for internet sales, complemented by all necessary services. Intershop also acts as a business process outsourcing provider, covering all aspects of online retailing up to fulfillment. Around the globe more than 300 enterprise customers, including HP, BMW, Bosch, and Deutsche Telekom run Intershop solutions. Intershop is headquartered in Jena, Germany, and has offices in the United States, Europe, Australia, and China. More information about Intershop can be found online at www.intershop.com.

This news release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events or the future financial and operational performance of Intershop. Actual events or performance may differ materially from those contained or implied in such forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties that could lead to such difference could include, among other things: Intershop’s limited operating history, the unpredictability of future revenues and expenses and potential fluctuations in revenues and operating results, significant dependence on large single customer deals, consumer trends, the level of competition, seasonality, risks related to electronic security, possible governmental regulation, and general economic conditions.

Intershop Public Relations
Heide Rausch

Phone: +49 3641 50-1000
Fax: +49 3641 50-1309
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Darden Restaurants announces the appointment of Matt Broad as its SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

ORLANDO, Fla., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: DRI) today announced the appointment of Matt Broad as its Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective tomorrow, October 13, 2015.  In this role, Broad assumes responsibility for all legal affairs, including corporate governance, labor and employment law, development law, litigation and regulatory compliance.  He will report to Darden CEO Gene Lee.

Most recently, Broad served as a consultant with Axiom, a provider of tech-enabled legal services. There he provided legal counsel to companies across various industries including food & beverage, manufacturing, and healthcare.  Prior to that, Broad served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for OfficeMax, responsible for legal affairs, corporate compliance and public policy.  Before joining OfficeMax in 2004, Broad was Associate General Counsel with Boise Cascade, a publicly traded manufacturer and distributor of forest products and distributor of office supplies.

“Matt is an analytical business leader with an impressive breadth of experience,” said Gene Lee.  “We’re excited to have him join us as a member of the executive leadership team, as his deep understanding of corporate law will help shape the future growth of Darden.”

Broad fills the position that has been open since the Company’s previous General Counsel departed earlier this year.

About Darden
Darden Restaurants, Inc., (NYSE: DRI) owns and operates more than 1,500 restaurants that generate $6.8 billion in annual sales. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, and employing 150,000 people, Darden is recognized for a culture that rewards caring for and responding to people.  Our restaurant brands –Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, The Capital Grille, Eddie V’s and Yard House – reflect the rich diversity of those who dine with us. Our brands are built on deep insights into what our guests want. For more information, please visit www.darden.com.

SOURCE Darden Restaurants, Inc.: General

(Analysts) Kevin Kalicak, (407) 245-5870; (Media) Rich Jeffers (407) 245-4189

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Morrisons’ introduces new milk brand ‘Morrisons Milk for Farmers’

Bradford, England, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons’ new milk brand ‘Morrisons Milk for Farmers’ goes on sale this Monday (12th Oct) with 23p or 10 pence per litre from every four pint bottle being distributed directly back to dairy farmers.

Morrisons is the first UK retailer to launch a dairy product where part of the purchase price goes directly back to farmers.

A recent Mintel study found that half of shoppers were willing to pay more for milk in order to support dairy farmers.

Morrisons will now give shoppers the opportunity to choose between standard milk at a competitive market price (89 pence for 4 pints) or the ‘Milk for Farmers’ brand at £1.12 for four pints.

Morrisons’ Corporate Services Director Martyn Jones said: “When surveyed, many customers tell us that they are prepared to pay more for their milk to support British dairy farmers and this will be the first time that they’ll be given the opportunity to do exactly that.

“We will be giving Milk For Farmers our full support and the sales will show whether customers in our supermarkets are prepared to pay more.”

Morrisons stores have also begun selling ‘Morrisons Milk for Farmers Cheddar Cheese’ where 34 pence from every pack sold will go directly back to the farmers who supplied the milk to make the cheese.

The cheddar is available in Mature and Extra Mature Cheddar strengths and priced at £2.52 per pack (350g) or two packs can be purchase together at an offer price of £4.

The introduction of the Milk For Farmers brand is part of a range of measures Morrisons introduced to help British dairy farmers. In the summer, Morrisons committed to raising its minimum milk price with the extra funds paid back to farmers. The percentage of British cheddar sold in Morrisons stores has also increased to 99% to further support of the UK dairy sector.

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Wincor Nixdorf launches new ATM that allows customers to withdraw cash via smartphone

PADERBORN, GERMANY, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf is now launching a new automated teller machine (ATM) on the market that allows customers to withdraw cash using a smart phone or a near-field communications (NFC) card. The system’s innovative design is intended to appeal especially to digital natives who have grown up with digital and mobile technologies. Smart phone users can initiate cash withdrawals via an app that features the branding of the bank they use. The advantage of the new CINEO C2020 is that these cash withdrawals are fast, convenient and secure – and cash can also be dispensed to third parties. For banks, certification and integration of the new systems in their existing networks is extremely simple since the CINEO C2020 uses standard software technology.

Banks everywhere are responding to digitalization by integrating mobile technologies into all their customer channels. When banks enable cash withdrawals at their ATMs via smart phone, they present themselves as innovative financial institutions that keep up with today’s trends, and increase the likelihood that smart phone users among their customers will perceive them as attractive financial partners. In short: by introducing the new technology, banks “mobilize the customer experience“.

Account holders use these Smart ATMs with the help of a mobile banking app that Wincor Nixdorf provides the bank and that can be downloaded with the bank’s own branding from the App Store. As early as on the way to the ATM, customers can use the app to select the account from which the funds will be withdrawn and the amount of the withdrawal. They then receive a QR code, which they scan at the ATM’s QR code scanner to identify themselves. NFC technology is also available for authentication as an alternative to the QR code. When cash is withdrawn using an NFC card, bank customers enter their PINs using a special encrypting touch sensor.

The system can also be used to dispense cash to third parties: in this scenario, the transaction data is transmitted to the recipient’s mobile terminal with the aid of PC/E software, and the recipient can then collect the cash at the ATM. Another function offered by the app is an ATM finder that shows the user where to find the nearest ATM that offers cardless cash withdrawals.

In addition to its modern operating concept, users of the Smart ATM benefit from its fast, convenient transaction processing. And since the device has a contactless reader and an encrypted touchscreen for PIN entry, the risks of card trapping and skimming attacks are eliminated. Several banks in Europe, the USA and Asia have already begun testing the CINEO C 2020.

Press Contact

Press/Financial Press

Andreas Bruck
Head of Corporate Communications
Phone: +49 5251 693 5200
E-Mail: andreas.bruck@wincor-nixdorf.com

Press/Trade Press

Dr. Thomas Daubenbüchel
Head of Press and Editorial Office
Phone: +49 5251 693 5212
E-Mail: thomas.daubenbuechel@wincor-nixdorf.com
Ulrich Nolte
Phone: +49 5251 693 5211
E-Mail: ulrich.nolte@wincor-nixdorf.com

Trade Press

Claudia Wendorff-Goerge
Phone: +49 5251 693 5203
E-Mail: claudia.wendorff-goerge@wincor-nixdorf.com

SOURCE: Wincor Nixdorf

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7‑Eleven thanks customers with freshly brewed coffee during 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week

7‑Eleven® Coffee-Drinkers get a Free Daily Cup during 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week

DALLAS, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seven days, seven free cups of coffee. 7‑Eleven, Inc. didn’t think one day was enough to thank their customers, so the convenience retailer is having a weeklong coffee party. 7Rewards™ Free Coffee Weekruns from Monday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 18, and includes a FREE any-size hot beverage every day through the 7‑Eleven app. During the promotion, no purchase is necessary to receive a free fresh-brewed cup of coffee, cappuccino, latte or hot chocolate every day for one week using the 7‑Eleven app at participating 7‑Eleven® stores.

Any customer who is a 7Rewards member can receive their daily free cup by scanning the 7‑Eleven mobile app on their smartphone when checking out. The free offer will appear automatically as a coupon each day in the “Scan and Save” section of the app from Monday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 18. Each free cup will still count as a punch in the 7Rewards ongoing “Buy Six Cups, Get the Seventh Cup Free” offer. 7Rewards members gain access to exclusive promotions receiving even more value.

“Just like free Slurpee® drinks on 7‑Eleven Day, Free Coffee Week gives us another chance to thank our loyal customers,” said Laura Gordon, 7‑Eleven vice president of Marketing and Brand Innovation. “And 7‑Eleven coffee customers are some of our most loyal, many stopping in every single morning for a hot, fresh-brewed cup.”

Becoming a 7Rewards member is easy. Customers can download the 7‑Eleven mobile app on their smartphone and register to take advantage of 7Rewards Free Coffee Week and other offers.

In September, 7‑Eleven introduced its new “Stay Hot” cup, which keeps coffee hot longer without requiring a sleeve to hold it. The recyclable Stay Hot cups launched nationally with a new bright white design and well-known skylines of major U.S. cities. The extra-large Stay Hot cup will be sold at an introductory value price.

The company also launched a brew-at-home option with single-serve brew cups in three popular 7‑Eleven coffee blends. Sold exclusively at participating 7‑Eleven stores, the single-serve brew cups are available in two package sizes – an eight-pack for $3.99 and a two-pack for 99 cents. The larger packs are available in three of 7‑Eleven’s most popular blends –Exclusive Blend, 100% Colombian and Pumpkin Spice, while the two-pack varieties are Exclusive Blend and Pumpkin Spice. The 50-cent per cup cost is well below the average cup price of 65 cents, with some national brand brew cups costing as much as $1 each.

About 7‑Eleven, Inc.
7‑Eleven, Inc. is the premier name and largest chain in the convenience retailing industry. Based in Dallas, Texas, 7‑Eleven operates, franchises or licenses nearly 10,500 7‑Eleven® stores in North America. Globally, there are more than 56,200 7‑Eleven stores in 16 countries. 7‑Eleven has been honored by a number of companies and organizations recently. Accolades include:  #1 on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2014 Top Global Franchise list; #2 on Franchise Times Top 200 Franchise Companies for 2013; #10 spot on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 list for 2015, and #3 in Forbes magazine’s Top 20 Franchises to Start. 7‑Eleven is No. 3 on Fast Company magazine’s 2013 list of the “World’s Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Retail.” 7‑Eleven places among Top Veteran-Friendly Companies for 2014 by U.S. Veterans Magazine and is among GI Jobs magazine’s Top 100 Military Friendly Employers for 2014. Hispanic Magazine named 7‑Eleven among its Hispanic Corporate Top 100 Companies that provide the most opportunities to Hispanics. 7‑Eleven is franchising its stores in the U.S. and expanding through organic growth, acquisitions and its Business Conversion Program. Find out more online at www.7‑Eleven.com.

Contact:
Stephanie Shaw 
7‑Eleven, Inc.
972-828-5837
Stephanie.Shaw@7-11.com

SOURCE: 7-Eleven, Inc.

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7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week runs from Monday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 18, and includes a FREE any-size hot beverage every day through the 7‑Eleven app.

7Rewards™ Free Coffee Week runs from Monday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 18, and includes a FREE any-size hot beverage every day through the 7‑Eleven app.

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Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to feature 4K video of Atlanta’s landmarks and cityscapes

ATLANTA, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Traveling through Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport in the next month?

Lucky you, because the airport will be home to five big-screen 4K Ultra HD TVs, thanks to Best Buy.

Starting Oct. 12 and running through Nov. 8, the Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery (in the atrium mall near ticketing) will feature TVs from Samsung, Sony, LG, Vizio and Sharp and show 4K video of Atlanta’s landmarks and cityscapes.

Passersby will see a picture that’s four times sharper than HDTV. The crystal clear 4K UHD screens have eight million pixels, compared with HDTV’s two million.

And from Oct. 12-15, friendly Best Buy Blue Shirts will greet travelers at the gallery and encourage them to participate in a “See the 4K difference” game. If they can spot the subtle differences that only a 4K picture could show, they will win a $10 Best Buy gift card.

It’s another way we’re bringing this immersive TV technology to people where they are.

Last year, we brought 4K UHD TVs into Jet Blue’s Terminal 5 at JFK over the holiday season to entertain weary travelers, and we also outfitted dozens of U.S. restaurantswith 4K UHD TVs.

Tweet @BBYNews if you’re headed through ATL between Oct. 12 and Nov.8 or check out these fun and quick informational YouTube videos on 4K UHD TVs.

SOURCE: Best Buy

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Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to feature 4K video of Atlanta’s landmarks and cityscapes

Best Buy 4K UHD Gallery at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to feature 4K video of Atlanta’s landmarks and cityscapes

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open 640th store nationwide on October 23rd at The Marketplace in Marysville, WA

Special Appearance Saturday by Jermaine Kearse 

PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its seventh store in Washington and 640thstore nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at The Marketplace in Marysville, WA (2609 172 Street NE).

DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October 25th. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45am on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Seattle wide receiver Jermaine Kearse** will make an in-store appearance from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

“DICK’S Sporting Goods is excited to become a member of the Marysville community with the opening of our newest location,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We look forward to serving the athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in Marysville and inspiring them to achieve their personal best.”

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK’S certified PROS in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/Marysville for details and LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt, mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/Marysville for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph.  Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only.  Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Marysville for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 1, 2015, the Company operated more than 615 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, True Runner and Chelsea Collective specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its 11th store in Wisconsin on October 23rd in Oshkosh

Special Appearances by Frank Winters and Mark Chmura

PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 11th store in Wisconsin and 639th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd in Oshkosh, WI (1015 North Washburn Street).

DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October 25th. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45am on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

On Sunday, former center Frank Winters** and former tight end Mark Chmura** will appear in-store from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

“We look forward to opening our new DICK’S Sporting Goods in Oshkosh and becoming a bigger part of the community,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We want to serve athletes of all ages in Oshkosh by providing the equipment they need to help them excel.”

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK’S certified PROS in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/Oshkosh for details and LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt, mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/Oshkosh for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph.  Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only.  Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Oshkosh for details.
About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 1, 2015, the Company operated more than 615 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, True Runner and Chelsea Collective specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

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DICK’S Sporting Good to open its 638th store nationwide on October 23rd at Metro Crossing in Council Bluffs, IA

Special Appearances by Jake Waters and Tom Osborne

PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its seventh store in Iowa and 638th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at Metro Crossing in Council Bluffs, IA (3816 Metro Drive).

DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October 25th. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45am on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Former quarterback Jake Waters** will make an in-store appearance from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Legendary college football coach Tom Osborne** will be in-store from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

“We look forward to opening our new DICK’S Sporting Goods in Council Bluffs and becoming a bigger part of the community,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods.

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK’S certified PROS in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/CouncilBluffs for details and LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt, mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/CouncilBluffs for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph.  Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only.  Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/CouncilBluffs for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 1, 2015, the Company operated more than 615 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, True Runner and Chelsea Collective specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its relocated store on October 24th at Liberty Center in Liberty Township, OH

Special Appearances by Marvin Jones and Mohamed Sanu

PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S. based full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its relocated store on Saturday, October 24th at Liberty Center in Liberty Township, OH (7675 Warehouse Row).

DICK’S two-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October 25th. The store will open at 9:00 a.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. Sunday.

The store was originally located at in Springdale at Tri-County Commons. Enhancements to the new location will include expanded Brand Shops, a Women’s Studio Apparel Department, a Soccer Shop, Lacrosse Shop and Baseball Shop. Customers can also experience a new, full service footwear deck, expanded assortment and enhanced service to meet their needs.

Other enhancements such as wider aisles and clearly identifiable destinations for the brands shops will greatly improve customers’ ability to navigate the store and an improved checkout experience.

“We’re pleased to be opening an enhanced DICK’S Sporting Goods in Liberty, which will enable us to better serve the needs of athletes in the community,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods.  “We look forward to continued success in the market and to welcoming customers to this new store.”

On Saturday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 8:45 a.m. Saturday and 9:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

On Sunday, in-store appearances will include wide receiver Marvin Jones** from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and wide receiver Mohamed Sanu** from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook at facebook.com/dickssportinggoods to learn about more local activations, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one gift locker combination per person. Must be 18+ for gift locker promotion. See store for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph.  Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only.  Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Brownsville for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 1, 2015, the Company operated more than 615 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, True Runner and Chelsea Collective specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

 

 

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open its 27th store in Illinois on October 23rd at Joliet Commons

Special Appearance Sunday by Eddie Olczyk and Pat Foley

PITTSBURGH, 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening its 27th store in Illinois and 637th store nationwide on Friday, October 23rd at Joliet Commons in Joliet, IL (2601A Plainfield Road).

DICK’S three-day grand opening celebration will run through Sunday, October 25th. The store will open at 8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

On Friday, the first 100 people in line will be eligible for a free Reebok Play Dry® T-Shirt. Guests who are in line at 7:45am on Friday will get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Saturday and Sunday giveaways include a free Mystery Gift Card from $5 to $500 for the first 100 adults in line. Guests who are in line at 7:45 a.m. Saturday and 8:45 a.m. on Sunday will also get a chance to open the DICK’S Sporting Goods Gift Locker.*

Chicago broadcasters Eddie Olczyk** and Pat Foley** will make an in-store appearance from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday.

“We’re excited for the opening of our newest location in Joliet,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We look forward to offering the finest quality products and highest level of customer service to the community.”

The new location will feature Nike and Under Armour shops, athletic and outdoor apparel and footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. More than 40 in-store services by DICK’S certified PROS in sports and outdoor specialties such as bike, golf and fishing will also be available.

Visit DICKS.com/Joliet for details and LIKE DICK’S Sporting Goods on Facebook for the latest information on local appearances, special events and brand activations.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Purchase does not improve chance of winning. Limit one t-shirt, mystery gift card and/or gift locker combination per person, per day. Must be 18+ for gift card and gift locker promotions. See store or DICKS.com/Joliet for details and odds of winning.

**Wristband required for autograph.  Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of event only.  Limit one per person. Visit DICKS.com/Joliet for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.
Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 1, 2015, the Company operated more than 615 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, True Runner and Chelsea Collective specialty stores. For more information, visit the Press Room at DICKS.com.

Contact: DICK’S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com

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Carolina Panthers’ Ted Ginn Jr. teams up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich on Oct. 20

Charlotte, N.C., 2015-10-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ginn to Sign Autographs, Sample Signature Sub Sandwich, Introduce Fans to Must-Have Meal for Lunch

Date Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Time 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where Morrocroft Village Harris Teeter
6701 Morrison Boulevard
Charlotte, N.C. 28211

Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed!

Tuesday, Oct. 20, Carolina Panthers’ wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. will team up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich which is guaranteed to fill even the largest appetite.

Ginn’s sandwich, “TGJ,” is a must-try for Harris Teeter shoppers. For only $3.99, fans can satisfy their appetite with the “TGJ” which features roasted chicken, bacon, lettuce, pickles, banana peppers, onions and a dash of salt and pepper on a toasted wheat flour tortilla. Shoppers can make it a lunch pack for only $4.99. The lunch pack includes the “TGJ” sandwich, a drink and your choice of one chocolate chunk, macadamia nut, oatmeal raisin or cranberry nut cookie.

The “TGJ” will be available in the Fresh Foods Market Sandwich Shop in all Charlotte-area Harris Teeter stores. Tuesday only, however, Ginn will make an appearance at the Morrocroft Village Harris Teeter to personally introduce shoppers and fans to his signature sub sandwich.  He will also be signing autographs.

Harris Teeter’s Fresh Foods Market offers made-to-order sandwiches and wraps daily and is proud to introduce the “TGJ” as Harris Teeter’s second Signature Sub Sandwich of the 2015-2016 season.  Be on the look-out for additional Signature Sub Sandwiches this season.

SOURCE: Harris Teeter, Inc.

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Carolina Panthers’ Ted Ginn Jr. teams up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich on Oct. 20

Carolina Panthers’ Ted Ginn Jr. teams up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich on Oct. 20