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Monthly Archives: October 2016

Local resident Casey Meadows named franchise owner of Montana’s first Chick-fil-A restaurant

Local resident Casey Meadows named franchise owner of Montana’s first Chick-fil-A restaurant   KALISPELL, Mont., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Local resident and entrepreneur Casey Meadows has been named franchise owner of Montana’s first Chick-fil-A restaurant. With the restaurant slated to open for business Nov. 17, hiring for approximately 120 full- and part-time team members has begun…

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Project Runway’s Sink or Swim episode to use digital roll-to-roll printing system Kornit Allegro

Project Runway's Sink or Swim episode to use digital roll-to-roll printing system Kornit Allegro   ROSH-HA`AYIN, Israel, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kornit Digital, (NASDAQ:KRNT), a worldwide market leader in textile printing technology, has announced that its digital roll-to-roll printing system, the Kornit Allegro, will play a critical role in the next episode of Lifetime’s Emmy®-nominated Project…

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Stockmann announces Nomination Board consisting of its four largest shareholders

Helsinki, Finland, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — According to the decision of Stockmann's Annual General Meeting, the Nomination Board consists of representatives of the four shareholders holding largest voting power, as registered in Stockmann's shareholder register as of 1 September 2016 along with the Chairman of the Board of Directors as an expert member. The Nomination…

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Levi Strauss & Co. to host 3Q financial results conference call on October 11, 2016

SAN FRANCISCO, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) will host a conference call to discuss the company’s financial results for the third quarter ended August 28, 2016. The call will be held on Tuesday, October 11, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and will be hosted by…

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ascena retail group, inc. implements major enterprise transformation plan and announces new Change for Growth program

MAHWAH, N.J., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — After more than six months of extensive planning, ascena retail group, inc. (NASDAQ:ASNA) (the “Company”) today (Oct. 4, 2016) begins the execution phase of its major enterprise transformation plan. In addition to the ongoing implementation of its $235 million cost-savings initiative associated with its integration of ANN INC.,…

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Diebold Nixdorf selected to transform the financial self-service landscape for Canadian Credit Union Association members

TORONTO, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA), which represents more than 300 credit unions and caisses populaires outside of Quebec, is partnering with Diebold Nixdorf to transform the financial self-service landscape for its members. More than 1,200 Diebold Nixdorf automated teller machines (ATMs) with supporting software and maintenance services…

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Baskin-Robbins celebrates Halloween with lineup of festive frozen treats including new ice cream cake, Polar Pizza

Baskin-Robbins celebrates Halloween with lineup of festive frozen treats including new ice cream cake, Polar Pizza   CANTON, Mass., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is lifting spirits in a deliciously cool way to celebrate Halloween all month long with a lineup of festive frozen treats including a…

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NCR’s CxBanking software to help financial institutions in the Philippines offer seamless banking experience

MANILA, Philippines, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, today (October 4, 2016) unveiled a new suite of integrated CxBanking solutions to help financial institutions in the Philippines  improve speed of service, reduce downtime and enhance customer experience. “Banks are under enormous pressure to innovate as customers demand…

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New Pixel, Phone by Google now available to pre-order at Carphone Warehouse

London, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The new Pixel, Phone by Google is now available to pre-order at Carphone Warehouse in stores nationwide and online. As exclusive retail partner, Carphone Warehouse is the only place to offer Pixel across iD Mobile and all major networks2, and on the widest range of tariffs. Pay monthly…

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SPAR UK launches own brand evening meal campaign

United Kingdom, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR UK is expanding and revamping its evening meals range this October, while inspiring shoppers with the launch of an evening meal campaign. In October, SPAR UK is launching three new ready meals reflecting dishes from popular restaurants and pubs, to keep the range modern and relevant. The additions…

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SPAR Kaliningrad opened new distribution centre to serve growing network of SPAR stores in Russia

Russia, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Russia Partner, SPAR Kaliningrad, has opened a new Distribution Centre (DC) of 12,500 m2 in size, with the capacity to deliver to the growing network of SPAR stores in Russia. The DC has been specifically developed to supply SPAR and EUROSPAR Supermarkets with dry groceries, chilled produce such…

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Austria now have another shopping option with INTERSPAR’s largest online food store

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — As of 20th September, shoppers in Austria now have an additional purchasing solution - the online INTERSPAR store, interspar.at, which features the largest food range available in the Austrian market. Vienna shoppers first to benefit To start with, the online store has been launched in Vienna before extending…

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Jean Coutu Group launches flu shot awareness campaign

Varennes, Quebec, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Jean Coutu Group (PJC) Inc. (the "Jean Coutu Group" or "Corporation") and its affiliated pharmacist owners have launched a flu shot awareness campaign. Under the theme "Protect Your Health and That of Your Loved Ones," the campaign aims to support the public health effort for flu prevention.…

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t0 chosen to exhibit in the 2016 Innovators Pavilion at FIA Futures and Options Expo in Chicago on Oct. 18-20

SALT LAKE CIT, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — t0 announced that it is one of 18 companies chosen to exhibit in the 2016 Innovators Pavilion at the Futures Industry Association’s (FIA) Futures and Options Expo in Chicago on Oct. 18-20. Innovators Pavilion showcases startup companies providing forward-thinking solutions for the futures, options and cleared swaps…

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Kohl’s Cares® donates $1.5 million to Milwaukee Art Museum to support Kohl’s Art Generation Program

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced a donation of more than $1.5 million over three years to the Milwaukee Art Museum. Funding for the donation is made possible by the Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which throughout the year sells children’s books and toys with 100 percent of the…

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Del Monte Foods voluntarily recalls DM Light Slices Yellow Cling Peaches due to labelling errors

Modesto, Calif., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Del Monte Foods, Inc. voluntarily recalling DM Light Slices Yellow Cling Peaches that contain DM Fruit Cocktail with Heavy Syrup. The product is being recalled because some cans may contain labelling errors. Product Name UPC Size Lot Best By DM Light Slices Yellow Cling Peaches with DM Fruit Cocktail with Heavy Syrup 2400016719 15 oz. 522701FMAF1459 522701SRRF1459 08…

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BJ’s Restaurants announces the opening of its restaurant in La Jolla, California

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.(NASDAQ:BJRI) today (Oct. 04, 2016) announced the opening of its restaurant in La Jolla, California.  The new BJ’s Restaurant opened on Monday, October 3, 2016, on Villa La Jolla Drive at the Shops of La Jolla.  The restaurant is approximately 5,500 square feet with a…

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ALDI survey reveals how much parents could save on their grocery bills each month

Batavia, Ill., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dedicated to understanding the needs of its customers, ALDI released new survey results today (October 4, 2016) revealing just how much parents spend each month to provide the very best for their little ones. The responses were telling, with almost half of parents indicating that they spend more…

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NRF expects 3.6% sales increase in November and December

NRF expects 3.6% sales increase in November and December   WASHINGTON, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation announced today it expects sales in November and December, excluding autos, gas and restaurant sales, to increase a solid 3.6 percent to $655.8 billion — significantly higher than the 10-year average of 2.5 percent and above the seven-year average of 3.4 percent since recovery began in 2009.…

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EuroShop’s new 7 experience dimensions concept resulted to strong demand among exhibitors

Düsseldorf, Germany, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — EuroShop, The World's Leading Retail Trade Fair, from 5 to 9 March 2017 in Düsseldorf, is in as high a demand as ever among exhibitors. Especially the interest shown from abroad is very high. Even at this early stage, a good five months before the beginning of the…

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NACS survery: Convenience retailer optimism picked up sharply as sales remained strong for the first nine months of the year

ALEXANDRIA, Va., 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Convenience retailer optimism picked up sharply as sales of both in-store items and motor fuels remained strong for the first nine months of the year, according to a survey of retailers released today (10/4/2016) by the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS). More than two in three convenience…

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Topaz to invest €33 million in its retail network in 2017

DUBLIN, IRELAND, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topaz announced it is set to invest €33 million in its retail network in 2017 creating over 200 jobs in the process. Niall Anderton MD of Topaz and Jørn Madsen, Executive Vice-President, Central Eastern Europe and Ireland, Couche-Tard pictured at the Topaz Dealer Summit at The Lyrath Estate…

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Starbucks announces the opening of its 1,000th LEED-certified store

Starbucks announces the opening of its 1,000th LEED-certified store   Seattle, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks reached a milestone with the opening of the company’s 1,000th LEED-certified store today (October 4). In 2008, Starbucks made a commitment to build company-owned stores to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards – a rating system that evaluates a building’s…

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Carrefour announces the opening of Saint-Honoré Carrefour Market in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium, 2016-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — For many years, residents of Brussels' town centre wanted to be able to shop in a supermarket. The Saint-Honoré Carrefour Market is in the Marché aux Poulets pedestrianised area and features 800 m² of sales area over two floors. The ground floor has a large fresh produce market…

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DIE MIGROS STADTBÜHLPARK IN GOSSAU WIRD MODERNISIERT

Gossau, Switzerland, 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die Migros Ostschweiz plant, ihre Filiale Stadtbühlpark in Gossau zu modernisieren. Einen planmässigen Verlauf der Verfahren vorausgesetzt, werden die Bauarbeiten im Frühling 2017 durchgeführt. Ziel der geplanten Umbauarbeiten in der Migros Stadtbühlpark in Gossau ist es, die Warenpräsentation zu optimieren und den Einkauf für die Kundinnen und Kunden komfortabler…

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JusTransact Opens Online Bazaar for Indian POS Sector

Chennai, India, 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — After its successful launch of India’s first E-commerce online market place for Point of Sale (POS) technology - JusTransact.com, Millennium India has added yet another ‘first’ to its credit by unveiling country’s only online B2B portal for POS brands and distributors who can converge at one place to…

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Tesco customers saved over 1.5 billion carrier bags in England since Government bag charge introduction

Tesco customers saved over 1.5 billion carrier bags in England since Government bag charge introduction   CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has revealed over 1.5 billion single-use carrier bags have been saved by Tesco customers in England since the introduction of the Government bag charge a year ago. The figures represent an incredible 72% fall…

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Meijer’s top 10 list of this holiday season’s hottest toys

Meijer's top 10 list of this holiday season’s hottest toys   GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — This holiday season’s hottest toys aim to give each child a unique experience. Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer Meijer is giving customers an early glimpse at those toys that will soon be on wish lists across the Midwest. “This year’s…

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Beauty Enthusiast: Walgreens launches a new beauty club within its Balance® Rewards loyalty program

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens today (October 04, 2016) announced the launch of Beauty Enthusiast, a new beauty club within its Balance® Rewards loyalty program, which provides cardholders who register for Beauty Enthusiast with additional rewards on beauty and personal care items, as well as other benefits. Sign up is free, and…

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Walgreens recognizes the important role of its more than 27,000 pharmacists this October

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of American Pharmacists Month, Walgreens is recognizing its more than 27,000 community pharmacists for their dedication to patient care, and the growing and important role they continue to play in health care today (Oct. 4, 2016). “In communities across the country, our pharmacists have become an integral…

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