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Monthly Archives: May 2016

Kroger receives the Rainforest Alliance’s Supply Chain Partnership Award for its Home Sense tissue products

CINCINNATI, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) this week was honored to receive the Rainforest Alliance's Supply Chain Partnership Award for developing a responsible sourcing program for its Home Sense tissue products. "Kroger is proud to receive the Rainforest Alliance's first-ever supply chain partnership award," said Jessica Adelman, Kroger's group vice…

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Kroger’s EVP and CFO Mike Schlotman to present at BMO Capital Markets Farm to Market Conference on May 19, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Mike Schlotman, Kroger's executive vice president and CFO, will address investors at the BMO Capital Markets Farm to Market Conference on Thursday, May 19, 2016 during the following times: 9:30 am ET      Q&A Session 10:50 am ET    Panel Discussion These presentations will…

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Ralphs supermarkets to hold hiring events on Saturday, May 14 to fill positions in its Southern California supermarkets

LOS ANGELES, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Need a job? Ralphs Grocery Company is hiring 400 people to fill open positions in its Southern California supermarkets. All Ralphs supermarkets will be holding hiring events on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. "We have a wide variety of part-time positions that we need to fill…

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Costa launches new Summer drinks menu as part of its commitment to introduce healthier choices; will reduce added sugar across its beverage portfolio by 25%

Dunstable, United Kingdom, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Costa, the nation’s favourite coffee shop, today announces that it will reduce added sugar across its beverage portfolio by 25% by 2020, against a January 2015 benchmark. The announcement, which coincides with the launch of its new Summer drinks menu, is part of a broader commitment…

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Costa announces the appointment of Jason Cotta as Managing Director, Costa UK & Ireland

Dunstable, United Kingdom, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Costa, the nation’s favourite coffee shop, today announces the appointment of Jason Cotta as Managing Director, Costa UK & Ireland. Jason has extensive retail experience having worked as Operations Director, International and Development for Travelodge and Operations Project Director for Care UK. He was also Operations Manager for…

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Alibaba Group announces appointment of Roland Palmer as managing director of Alibaba Group Netherlands

Roland Palmer to lead Alibaba Group Netherlands office, serving the Benelux region from Amsterdam AMSTERDAM, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA) today announced the appointment of Roland Palmer as managing director of Alibaba Group Netherlands and member of the Alibaba Group EU leadership team, effective immediately. This senior management appointment and establishment of…

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Barnes & Noble announces the 20th anniversary of Summer Reading Program; will feature special Summer Reading Triathlon this year

Special Summer Reading Triathlon Kicks off with “Opening Ceremony” at All Stores Nationwide on June 4 Young Readers Can Vote for Their Favorite Heroes and Places in Books; Local and National Winners to Be Announced at a Special “Closing Ceremony” on August 27 New York, NY, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble,…

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ascena Foundation opens the third annual Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards nomination

ascena Foundation to provide $150,000 in Grants to those Making an Impact in Communities Across the Country MAHWAH, N.J, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena Foundation is proud to announce that the Third Annual Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards nomination period is open and is looking to empower, and provide much needed support to everyday heroes…

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LuLu Group donates unclaimed raffle draw prize car to the Emirates Red Crescent

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of our efforts to support the charitable and community causes, LuLu Group today donated a car to the Emirates Red Crescent. This car, Nissan Pathfinder, was part of the annual raffle draw conducted by LuLu Hypermarket in the UAE and was not claimed by any winner.…

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LuLu Hypermarket awarded first position in the overall consumer satisfaction index conducted by the Department of Economic Development

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — LuLu Hypermarket has been awarded by the Dubai Department of Economic Development as a result of the Consumer Friendliness Index exercise conducted earlier this year. The awards ceremony for CFI in its 4th edition was organized by the Department of Economic Development in Dubai under the patronage and in…

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Starbucks in Taiwan to feature merchandise co-created with Paris fashion designer, Sophie Méchaly

TAIWAN, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks in Taiwan will feature merchandise co-created with Paris fashion designer, Sophie Méchaly, the founder of the international brand Paul & Joe. “We have been looking for an opportunity to find a popular fashion brand with a strong art sense to create a new series of summer fun merchandise,” said John…

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Tesco scooped 107 gongs at the International Wine Challenge

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has been awarded over 100 medals for its own-label wine range for the second year running. The retailer scooped an impressive 107 gongs at the International Wine Challenge including 2 Gold, 20 Silver and 28 Bronze medals. Over 80% of the wines Tesco entered into the awards picked…

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Carrefour Italy launches Carrefour for Her campaign to promote the inclusion of women and cultivate their potential

ITALY, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The campaign runs throughout May in every Carrefour sales point in Italy, with part of the proceeds from the sales of bunches of flowers going to UN WOMEN. It's implemented as part of Carrefour's Women Leaders corporate project. Carrefour for Her is confirmation of Carrefour Italy's commitment to raising awareness…

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Handmade at Amazon introduces new product categories of handmade items including Accessories, Baby and Toys & Games

New categories offer more than 20,000 items sold directly from Artisans 100 percent increase in Handmade Artisans using FBA service for FREE two-day delivery to Prime customers SEATTLE, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced today Handmade at Amazon (www.amazon.com/handmade), a store featuring genuinely handmade items crafted and sold directly from artisans, has…

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Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May new show The Grand Tour to launch this fall at Amazon Prime

After months of deliberation and lots of useful suggestions from the public, for which the guys are very grateful, Amazon has today announced that Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond & James May have chosen a name Because they are taking their new Amazon Prime show around the world, they have decided it will be called: The…

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Amazon announces enhancement to Amazon Video: introducing Amazon Video Direct

Creators and storytellers from around the world can now make their videos available to customers as part of Prime Video and earn royalties based on hours streamed Videos can also be made available to rent or own, to view free with ads, or packaged together and offered as an add-on subscription Customers in the United…

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Benefit launcheS its Bold is Beautiful project to do good with beauty for the second consecutive year

PARIS, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second consecutive year Benefit has launched its Bold is Beautiful project to do good with beauty. For a full month, proceeds from Benefit’s Brow Bars will be donated to charities that support women. The goal of the Bold is Beautiful initiative rolled out in 2015 by Benefit Cosmetics is…

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Les Journées Particulières is back from May 20-22 at LVMH Houses

PARIS, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Les Journées Particulières is back from May 20-22 for three days of backstage discoveries at LVMH Houses. This third edition has a strong digital dimension with an exciting Instagram campaign to let a broad audience experience the event online. Inspired by the values of sharing and transmission, the digital presence…

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Hennessy launches fourth chapter in its “Never Stop Never Settle” campaign in the United States

PARIS, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hennessy has launched the fourth chapter in its “Never Stop Never Settle” campaign in the United States. Centered on the theme of pushing personal limits, the campaign celebrates the remarkable true story of the pioneering Piccard family. Unveiled in 2012, the “Never Stop Never Settle” campaign brings to life the…

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. to broadcast its first quarter 2016 earnings conference call on May 18, 2016

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — In conjunction with the Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) first quarter 2016 earnings press release, you are invited to listen to its conference call to be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time with: Robert A. Niblock ,…

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IKEA to install solar energy system atop its Memphis store opening late Fall 2016

MEMPHIS, TN, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced plans to install a solar energy system atop its Memphis store opening late Fall 2016. Panel installation will begin this summer, with completion expected in early Fall for what will be the largest rooftop solar array in the State…

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IKEA to celebrate opening of its Las Vegas store on May 18 with surprises and prizes

Las Vegas, NV, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced that when its Las Vegas store opens on May 18, it will recognize loyal, enthusiastic customers by giving away thousands of dollars in gift cards and merchandise – including an iconic EKTORP sofa for each of the first…

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Marks & Spencer announces new management structure and changes to responsibilities of the Executive Directors

LONDON, 2016-May-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Marks & Spencer today announces a series of changes designed to simplify its management structure in order to drive speedier decision making and move the business closer to its customers. As part of this there have been some changes to responsibilities of the Executive Directors.   Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne becomes Executive Director of…

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Dunkin’ Donuts and new franchise group Aloha Petroleum, Ltd. to develop 15 new restaurants in Hawaii

LEADING COFFEE AND BAKERY CHAIN TO ENTER ITS 42ND STATE TO KEEP AMERICA RUNNING ON DUNKIN’ CANTON, MA, 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchise group, Aloha Petroleum, Ltd. Under the agreement,…

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Wegmans Food Markets to open new location in Charlottesville on Nov. 6

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets is now hiring and training for 350 part-time positions at its new location in Charlottesville, which is scheduled to open Sunday, Nov. 6 at 7 a.m. The 120,000 square-foot store is located at 5th Street Station, a retail center at the intersection of Interstate 64…

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Whole Foods Market announces new store in Santa Clara, California opening July 26

NorCal’s newest location anchors Santa Clara Square Marketplace EMERYVILLE, Calif., 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market’s 50,000-square-foot store in Santa Clara, California, will open July 26 at Scott Boulevard and Bowers Avenue. The store anchors the Santa Clara Square Marketplace development and is the first Whole Foods Market location in the city of Santa…

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Dollar General Corporation announces new distribution center in Jackson, Georgia

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) today announced it purchased land in Jackson, Georgia, which sits in both Butts and Spalding counties, to serve as the location for the new distribution center the company plans to construct in the central part of the state. It will be the 15th facility…

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Celebrate Father’s Day all weekend long at The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

Father’s Day activities all weekend long at Blythefield Country Club GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is providing families the perfect setting to celebrate Father’s Day this year with a variety of activities that will take place all weekend long at Blythefield Country Club: Fathers in…

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Paula Creamer and Morgan Pressel to play in the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, June 14-19 at Blythefield Country Club

Creamer and Pressel commit to join the field in Grand Rapids GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Officials announced today that two of the biggest names in ladies golf have committed to play in the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. Paula Creamer and Morgan Pressel – both of whom have multiple LPGA…

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Red Button Vintage Creamery Premium Pies recognized at The American Pie Council National Pie Championship

Dazzleberry and Apple Crumb Recognized by The American Pie Council Salt Lake City, UT, 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Just like your grandmother’s secret recipe pie at the county fair, Red Button Vintage Creamery Premium Pies are blue-ribbon winners. The locally made Dazzleberry Lattice and Apple Crumb Red Button Vintage Creamery Premium Pies were recognized at…

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