Daily Archives: April 8, 2017

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CANADA: Giant Tiger Stores to open second location in Brampton

OTTAWA, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Giant Tiger Stores Limited is pleased to announce the opening of a second location in Brampton. This new store will be located at 499 Main Street South and will occupy approximately 25,000 square feet of retail space. It is scheduled to open on November 4, 2017.

“We are very excited to be growing in Brampton,” says Thomas Haig, President and COO of Giant Tiger Stores Limited. “The City of Brampton has shown Giant Tiger much support throughout the years and having a second location will be a wonderful complement to the existing Giant Tiger family of stores.”

Giant Tiger is proud to make a difference in the communities we call home by building lasting relationships with local organizations to benefit causes that directly affect customers and communities. Giant Tiger Stores Limited donates more than $2 million annually to more than 700 community associations and charities across Canada. Giving back is deeply rooted in the corporate culture and makes Giant Tiger a community-proud retailer.

As the Canadian discount retailer of choice, Giant Tiger is committed to saving Canadians time and money through everyday low prices, an incredible flyer program, ad match guarantee and a focus on exceptional customer service. For you. For less.

A grand opening and community event will be planned to celebrate this new location.  To keep up to date on the new store development, follow us on Facebook at: facebook.com/GTBramptonMain

For a complete listing of communities where Giant Tiger is soon to open, visit NEW STORES

About Giant Tiger
Giant Tiger is the leading Canadian-owned family discount store, committed to providing on-trend family fashions, groceries and everyday household needs. Known as Canada’s best-kept secret, the privately held company has over 225 locations across Canada and employs over 8,000 team members. You can also shop online at gianttiger.com.  All Giant Tiger locations are locally owned or operated by a team member who knows the community. The friendly stores with the iconic yellow logo are not only where Canadians shop more and spend less, but also are proud to be known as retailer of choice. #foryouforless #GTcommunityproud #GTCanadaproud

Join the conversation and keep up to date on all Giant Tiger news:
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Media Contact:
Alison Scarlett
Manager
Brand Communications
email: ascarlett@gianttiger.com

SOURCE: Giant Tiger Stores Limited

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Sprouts Farmers Market to issue 1Q 2017 financial results on Thursday, May 4, 2017

PHOENIX, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (Nasdaq:SFM) today (April 07, 2017) announced it will issue financial results for the 13-week first quarter ended April 2, 2017 before the market opens on Thursday, May 4, 2017.  Following the release, Sprouts management will conduct a conference call at 7:00 a.m. PDT (10:00 a.m. EDT) to discuss the results for the quarter.

A webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at investors.sprouts.com. Participants should register on the website approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the webcast.

The conference call will be available via the following dial-in numbers:

  • U.S. Participants: 877-398-9481
  • International Participants: Dial +1-408-337-0130
  • Conference ID: 3496002

The audio replay will remain available for 72 hours and can be accessed by dialing 855-859-2056 (toll-free) or 404-537-3406 (international) and entering the confirmation code: 3496002.

About Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. is a healthy grocery store offering fresh, natural and organic foods at great prices. Sprouts offers a complete shopping experience that includes fresh produce, meat and seafood, bulk foods, vitamins and supplements, packaged groceries, deli, baked goods, dairy products, frozen foods, natural body care and household items catering to consumers’ growing interest in health and wellness. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Sprouts employs more than 25,000 team members and operates more than 260 stores in 15 states from coast to coast. For more information, visit sprouts.com or @sproutsfm on Twitter.

Investor Contact:
Susannah Livingston
(602) 682-1584
susannahlivingston@sprouts.com

Media Contact:
Donna Egan
(602) 682-3152
media@sprouts.com

Source: Sprouts Farmers Market/globenewswire

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Coop ruft Jamadu Trinkflasche zurück

BASEL, SWITZERLAND 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Coop ruft Jamadu Trinkflaschen zurück, welche seit Juli 2016 am Coop Mukihit im Rahmen des Mukiturnens des STV und an diversen weiteren Veranstaltungen gratis abgegeben wurden. Bei gewissen Trinkflaschen kann der herausziehbare Silikon-Stöpsel für den Verschluss leicht abbrechen. Im äussersten Fall besteht Verschluckungsgefahr. Kunden sind deshalb gebeten, das Produkt nicht mehr zu benutzen. Der Artikel war nie im Verkauf.

Art der Gefahr: Bei gewissen Jamadu Trinkflaschen kann der herausziehbare Silikon-Stöpsel für den Verschluss leicht abbrechen. Im äussersten Fall besteht Verschluckungsgefahr.

Betroffene Artikel: Betroffen vom Rückruf sind die Jamadu Trinkflaschen, welche im Rahmen des Sponsorings seit Monat Juli 2016 an Mutter/ Kind-Turnveranstaltungen und an diversen weiteren Veranstaltungen gratis abgegeben wurden. Der Artikel war nie im Verkauf.

Ob eine Trinkflasche betroffen ist, ist daran erkennbar, dass das lila Nilpferd “Pippa” auf dem Bild steht. Sitzt das Nilpferd, ist die Trinkflasche nicht betroffen.

Massnahmen zur Vermeidung: Kunden sind gebeten, die Trinkflasche ab sofort nicht mehr zu verwenden. Teilnehmer der oben genannten Veranstaltungen werden via Kursorganisatoren direkt informiert.

Für weitere Auskünfte können sich die Kundinnen und Kunden an den Kundendienst wenden unter der Telefonnummer 0848 888 444.

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Kontakt:

Urs Meier
Leiter Medienstelle
Tel. +41 61 336 71 10

Ramón Gander
Mediensprecher
Tel. +41 61 336 71 67

Andrea Bergmann
Mediensprecherin
Tel. +41 61 336 67 37

Angela Wimmer
Mediensprecherin
Tel. +41 61 336 71 87

Source: coop.ch

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BAUSTART IN DER MIGROS STADTBÜHLPARK IN GOSSAU

BAUSTART IN DER MIGROS STADTBÜHLPARK IN GOSSAU

 

Gossau, Switzerland, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Am 24. April 2017 starten in der Migros Stadtbühlpark die Umbauarbeiten. Die Filiale bleibt nach dem letzten Verkaufstag am 22. April ab 13 Uhr bis zum Ende der Bauzeit geschlossen. Die Wiedereröffnung wird von 13. bis 15. Juli mit attraktiven Angeboten für die Kundschaft gefeiert.

Nach Erhalt der Bewilligung und Abschluss der planerischen Arbeiten fällt am 24. April der Startschuss für die Bauarbeiten in der Migros Stadtbühlpark. Ziel der Umbauarbeiten in der Migros Stadtbühlpark in Gossau ist es, die Warenpräsentation zu optimieren und den Einkauf für die Kundinnen und Kunden komfortabler zu gestalten. Dafür werden der Innenausbau, der Ladenbau sowie Fenster, Türen und der Windfang komplett erneuert. Geplant sind auch neue Andockstellen für die Anlieferung. Beim Umbau wird ausserdem auch die gesamte Haustechnik auf den neuesten Stand gebracht. Für einen ressourcenschonenderen Betrieb des Supermarkts sorgen künftig die Beleuchtung mit LED-Spots und -Röhren, die Verwendung von Kühlmöbeln der neuesten Generation und die Nutzung der Abwärme der gewerblichen Kälte im Heizkreislauf sowie bei der Nachwärmung der Lüftung. Wo immer möglich werden ökologische Baustoffe verwendet. Insgesamt investiert die Migros Ostschweiz rund 2,4 Millionen Franken in die Modernisierung der Migros Stadtbühlpark.

Während der Bauarbeiten ist die Migros Stadtbühlpark geschlossen. Als Alternativen empfehlen sich der Migros-Supermarkt an der St.Gallerstrasse 115 in Gossau und die Migros Alpsteinstrasse an der Alpsteinstrasse 8b in Herisau.
Öffnungszeiten Migros Gossau

Montag bis Donnerstag: 8 bis 19 Uhr
Freitag    8 bis 20 Uhr
Samstag:    8 bis 17 Uhr

Öffnungszeiten Migros Alpsteinstrasse Herisau

Montag bis Freitag:   8 bis 20 Uhr
Samstag:    8 bis 17 Uhr

Kommunikation:
Silke Seichter
Genossenschaft Migros Ostschweiz
Industriestrasse 47
9201 Gossau
TEL: 071 493 24 50
FAX: 071 493 27 89
E-MAIL: silke.seichter@gmos.ch

Source: Migros

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Starbucks Japan introduces American Cherry Pie Frappuccino® blended beverage

Starbucks Japan introduces American Cherry Pie Frappuccino® blended beverage

 

Seattle, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — For many, the appearance of Frappuccino® blended beverages in their distinctive dome-shape lids signals the return of warmer weather. This year, Starbucks Japan is celebrating the arrival of “Frappuccino season” with a unique new beverage.

Beginning April 13, participating Starbucks® stores in Japan will offer the new American Cherry Pie Frappuccino® blended beverage for a limited time, inspired by the flavors of cherry pie à la mode.

The beverage is made with a blended vanilla-flavored crème base, pie crumbles and cherry compote topped with whipped cream. But in place of a traditional lid, the beverage is served with a dome-shaped pie crust. As the straw pierces through the drink, the crust adds a crunchy texture to the creamy vanilla and sweet-tart cherry flavors of the beverage.

Since serving its first Frappuccino beverage in 1996, Starbucks Japan has offered some of the company’s most creative blended beverage flavors, including Fruits-on-Top, Cantaloupe Melon & Cream, Hojicha with Earl Grey Jelly, Chocolate Brownie Matcha Green Tea, Tiramisu and Baked Apple.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Global
Phone: 206 318 7100
Email: press@starbucks.com

SOURCE: Starbucks Corporation

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Carrefour’s Livraison Express service rolled out in Lyon

Carrefour’s Livraison Express service rolled out in Lyon

 

Paris, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Launched in 2016 in Paris and adopted by several thousand consumers, the service, along with its dedicated app, is being rolled out in Lyon.

What is Livraison Express?
With Livraison Express, customers can now have around 3,000 everyday products delivered to them within the hour, and can select a 30-minute delivery slot.
Livraison Express offers a wide selection of fresh produce (more than 50 types of fruit and vegetables available), grocery products and a few everyday non-food products (health and beauty, household etc.). Delivery costs €4.90.

So, how do you order?
Customers can purchase their items 24/7 at livraisonexpress.carrefour.fr, and will soon be able to use the dedicated “Livraison Express” app (iOS and Android) with the option of tracking their deliveries in real time.
They can have their shopping delivered 9.00 am to 10.00 pm, Monday to Saturday by French start-up “Stuart” – a delivery service that specialises in deliveries by bicycle and cargo bike.

Who is Livraison Express for?
By offering short half-hour delivery slots for its express delivery service, Carrefour is meeting the needs of city-dwellers who really appreciate being able to choose when they can expect their shopping.
This service is offered in Paris, Neuilly, Levallois, Malakoff, Vanves and Bagnolet and will be extended to Lyon in May 2017.

For all request about the Carrefour Group (sales, financial results, governance, international,…), please contact the Carrefour Group media relations office:

. By phone:

Switchboard: +33 (0)1 41 04 26 00

For journalists: +33 (0)1 41 04 26 17

. By e-mail: presse_groupe@

Source: Carrefour Group

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Sainsbury’s expecting bumper sales of French rosé this weekend

Sainsbury’s expecting bumper sales of French rosé this weekend

 

London, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Spring has officially sprung! As the warmer weather begins to emerge, Sainsbury’s has seen a 58% increase in French rosé sales in the past four weeks, and is expecting bumper sales this weekend with temperatures expected to hit 23 degrees.

Sainsbury’s sells over 15 million bottles of rosé every year and to keep up with the demand, it has launched eight new bottles to add to the current range. Now stocking a 63-strong range, Sainsbury’s is one of the biggest retailers of rosé on the high street.

  • Data from Sainsbury’s shows that paler styles from Bordeaux and Provence drove a 24% growth in French rosé last year, increasing to 58% over the past four weeks
  • 2017 is set to be the biggest year yet, for French styles in particular. One in three Brits chose lighter styles such as Provençal and Bordeaux rosé in the summer over darker, sweeter styles such as Zinfandel. Millennials are twice as likely to opt for these paler rosés
  • When temperatures soar, we turn to rosé over white. A warm spell sees rosé sales up 30% in comparison to 20% for white wine

Elizabeth Newman, Head of Beers, Wines & Spirits at Sainsbury’s, comments: “We expect rosé to be the drink of summer 2017, increasing our range by 15% to keep up with its growing popularity. Consumer habits are changing as the UK begins to mirror trends in France – not only are we turning to France for paler styles but the magnum is also set to be a hit for entertaining. We’re launching our first ever magnum of rosé this year and I am confident it will be a crowd pleaser for parties as we head into barbecue season.”

The Baron Gassier Côtes de Provence magnum is available in stores now for £20 and, on average, serves 12 glasses of wine.

Contact:

press_office@sainsburys.co.uk
020 7695 7295

Source: Sainsbury’s

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LVMH Houses – Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Loewe present at the Milan International Furniture Fair

LVMH Houses – Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Loewe present at the Milan International Furniture Fair

 

Paris, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Milan, Italy showcases the latest in furniture and design at the Milan International Furniture Fair, from April 4-9. Three LVMH Houses – Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Loewe – are taking part in the event, proposing a sophisticated and intimate art de vivre with collections that blend design, fashion and craft.

FENDI CASA

Fendi Casa presents an elegant and refined collection at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile 2017, featuring an exclusive version of the Palmer sofa by French industrial designer Toan Nguyen dubbed Six Shades of Palmer. With a dégradé of six hues ranging from intense passion red to a delicate powder pink, his design enhances the graphic lines of the sofa, which has a modular structure to play on the contrasts.  Other items in the collection feature trompe-l’œil motifs on wallpaper, plays on volume with the sinuous lines of the new Stiletto chair, and the elegant Ford table. Tones oscillate between neutral nuances like ivory, chalk and ecru to shades of green, pastel pink and cherry.  A harmonious balance between design and fashion, the Fendi Casa collection celebrates elegant lines and high-quality materials.

LOUIS VUITTON

Created in 2012, the Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades collection carries on the Maison’s long tradition of crafting exceptional travel objects. The collection is enriched with ten new items this year, the fruit of collaborations between designers and Louis Vuitton that embody shared ideals. Inspired by Brazilian bombocas candies, the playful sofa by the Campana brothers is designed like a puzzle with eight removable cushions. The talisman-inspired nomadic side table by India Mahdavi features remarkable leather marquetry, while the leather straps on the stunning chair by Atelier Oï resemble Louis Vuitton belts.

LOEWE

For its third contribution to the Milan International Furniture Fair, Loewe presents its Loewe: This is Home collection. A category-spanning universe that combines art forms and expert craft techniques, the line encompasses furniture, lamps, blankets, ceramics and cushions. Conceived by Jonathan Anderson in the spirit of a collage, the collection brings together canework, ceramic vessels with leather details and dyed wool motifs. Handmade in Spain and the U.K., the pieces invite fashion and craft into the home. After Milan, the project will travel to Paris, London and Madrid.

Contact:

LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton
22, avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris – France
Tel: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 22
Fax: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 23

Source: LVMH

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LVMH extends application deadline for the LVMH Innovation Award until April 17

LVMH extends application deadline for the LVMH Innovation Award until April 17

 

Paris, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — LVMH has extended the application deadline for the LVMH Innovation Award until April 17. The 32 startups selected will be invited to join the LVMH Lab during the Viva Technology Show in Paris from June 15-17, 2017. They will compete for the prize created by LVMH, and the winner will receive support from teams from LVMH and its Maisons to help drive its business development.

The LVMH Innovation Award was created to stimulate forward-thinking ideas and innovative initiatives that impact product life cycles and the customer experience. Applications are open to any French or international startup that shares the core values of LVMH: creativity and innovation, excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.

Through the LVMH Innovation Award, the LVMH Group supports the ecosystem of startups and accelerates their time-to-market to ensure that their solutions benefit consumers. Innovation is essential to the health of any industry, and LVMH is looking for startups – related to the luxury sector or from other industries – with innovative ideas ranging from product design and retail solutions to management of raw materials or augmented reality. At the same time, this prize allows LVMH Maisons to engage with the expertise of startups to bring the best concepts to fruition.

The LVMH Innovation Award is open to any startup created in the last five years with a valuation of under $100 million and a scalable business model. Applications may be submitted until April 17, 2017. The 32 finalists will be chosen by a panel of experts from LVMH Maisons, startups and venture capital firms. The finalists will have their own booth at LVMH Lab during Viva Technology. Following pitch sessions at the show the winner will be announced on the main stage at the event, leading to direct contacts with LVMH teams and a possible partnership with LVMH and its Maisons.

Contact:

LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton
22, avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris – France
Tel: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 22
Fax: +33 (0)1 44 13 22 23

Source: LVMH

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John Lewis Edinburgh shop gets £24 million investment and refurbishment

Retailer reveals plans for new look shop in Scotland’s capital

London, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis has today ( 7 April 2017) announced details of a £24 million investment and refurbishment of its 160,000 sq ft Edinburgh shop.  The investment is funding improvements throughout the shop including a new, additional shopping floor, a new cafe and a new tech product area. The investment is also financing a reconfiguration of the shop, to make it easier to shop while the rest of the St James Centre, of which it is the anchor store, is being redeveloped.

Work at the shop began last year, with the installation of a new entrance on Leith Street with new lifts, and a new customer collections area for click & collect services.  Parking spaces were also created outside the shop. Earlier this year a new gift, stationery and candle shop opened at the main entrance on the ground floor.

At the end of this month most of the changes will be complete and John Lewis will open a completely new shopping floor on level five of the shop – which has never before been open to customers.  A new, The Place to Eat  with a fresh, contemporary décor will be located on the new fifth floor offering a stunning new vista of the city.

On the new shopping floor, the retailer will also introduce its new Smart Home concept which brings together connected gadgets and tech into one space enabling customers to experience what it’s like to have a fully connected home.  John Lewis Edinburgh will be the first of the retailer’s shops in Scotland to offer a Smart Home area. Alongside the Smart Home concept, a new electrical department will be unveiled, which will include a photography station with one of the widest ranges of cameras and accessories in the capital.

The Beauty department is being given a makeover, and moved to a new, more central location on the second floor to make it easier for customers to shop their favourite brands.

In August the changes will conclude with the opening of a new furniture department on the fourth floor, alongside the new lighting department and picture gallery. The new shop layout will remain until the shops prepares to be re-connected to the redeveloped  St James Centre ahead of its scheduled opening in 2020.

Barry Blamire, head of branch at John Lewis Edinburgh, said: ‘This is one of the biggest refurbishments the shop has seen in its 43 years and an incredibly exciting moment in our history.

‘As the retail landscape changes, we adapt and evolve our shops to ensure we continue to meet our customers’ needs and expectations. This major investment will give customers more interactive shopping experiences while retaining the same excellent level of service from our Partners.

‘We’re working through the night to ensure there is minimum impact on our customers and  would like to thank our loyal customers for their patience as the shop is transformed. We look forward to unveiling our new look shop and exciting new additions.’

Notes to Editors

John Lewis – John Lewis operates 48 John Lewis shops across the UK (34 department stores, 12 John Lewis at home and shops at St Pancras International and Heathrow Terminal 2) as well as johnlewis.com. It is part of the John Lewis Partnership, the UK’s largest example of worker co-ownership and all 30,000 John Lewis staff are Partners in the business.

John Lewis stocks more than 350,000 separate lines in its department stores and johnlewis.com across fashion, home and technology, and was named  ‘Best In-Store Experience’, ‘Best Clothing Retailer,’ ‘Best Electricals Retailer,’ ‘Best Furniture Retailer,’ ‘Best Homewares Retailer’ and ‘Best Click & Collect Retailer’ in the 2016 Verdict Customer Satisfaction awards.

Johnlewis.com is consistently ranked one of the top online shopping destinations in the UK. John Lewis Insurance offers a range of comprehensive insurance products – home, car, wedding and event, travel and pet insurance and life cover – delivering the values of expertise, trust and customer service expected from the John Lewis brand.

You can follow John Lewis on the following social media channels:
www.johnlewis.com/twitter
www.johnlewis.com/facebook
www.johnlewis.com/youtube.

Contact:
Shaun Bell or Alex Crate
Stripe Communications
Telephone: 0131 561 8628
Email: johnlewis@stripecommunications.com

Source: John Lewis

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Over 90 industry leaders as featured speakers at the annual NRF PROTECT conference, June 26-28

WASHINGTON, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Over 90 industry leaders will be featured speakers as more than 2,000 retailers, loss prevention executives, cybersecurity experts and law enforcement officers convene in Washington, D.C., June 26-28 at the annual NRF PROTECT conference.

“The level of expertise and insider insights that these industry leaders will bring to the show this year will be very impactful,” NRF Vice President for Loss Prevention Bob Moraca said. “Each of these speakers was handpicked to challenge, inspire and encourage attendees to redefine their companies’ loss prevention plans and embrace changes that can help make their companies safer for their employees and customers.”

The speaker lineup will begin on June 27, when former FBI lead international kidnapping negotiator Christopher Voss will deliver in a keynote session titled “Never Split the Difference – Lessons from a Former Hostage Negotiator.” Voss will share secrets on how to be effective in negotiating, with examples from high-stakes criminal situations.

The same day, The Home Depot Senior Manager for Asset Protection Resources and Technology Luis Ninan and Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group Vice President for Business Development Frank Camerino will host a breakout session titled “Looking Beyond the Badge: Partnering With Your Security Provider.” Ninan and Camerino will share insights on how retailers can think outside the “scope of work” and ask loss prevention partners what can they do together.

On the EXPO stage, Dunkin’ Brands Senior Director for Loss Prevention and Corporate Security David Johnston will discuss his partnership with the company’s information technology security team in building a cyber/data security program without slowing down digital initiatives in a session titled “Working Together to Build a Cyber Security Program.”

Alston & Bird law firm partner Kimberly Peretti will close out the day with a session titled “Preparing for Cyber’s Evolution: Collaboration, Cooperation and Risk Mitigation,” where she will discuss how cyber threats have evolved since beginning to draw massive data breach headlines a decade ago.

On June 28, NFL Senior Vice President for Security and former Washington, D.C., Police Chief Cathy Lanier will open the show by discussing Safety and Preparedness in the 21st Century. From implementing new technologies and communication techniques for an intelligence-led police force to empowered communities, Lanier will discuss the importance of risk management, preparedness, policing and leadership.

Later that day, CVS Health Loss Prevention Director Dave St. Angelo and 3SI Security Systems Eastern U.S. Sales Manager Dan Kopchik will speak at a session titled “Security Where Criminals Least Expect it.” St. Angelo and Kopchik will outline how to stay ahead of crime trends, scale a security system design to protect against a specific crime and establish a toolkit of security options to match  the problems encountered.

At the EXPO stage, “Drone Guy” James Acevedo will discuss how retail security departments can use drone technology to control costs, improve efficiency, prevent loss and track movement inside and outside the store in a session titled “Drones and Asset Protection: The Sky is Not the Limit.”

The last keynote session of the show, “The Goalposts of Leadership are Shifting: Are You?” will feature two-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback and five-time NFL MVP Peyton Manning as he offers insights on leadership qualities in sports that reach across all industries.

Complimentary registration is available to editorial staff members of the news media, accredited retail analysts and bloggers. To register, contact Ana Serafin Smith at smitha@nrf.com.

For more information about NRF PROTECT, visit http://nrfprotect.nrf.com/ .

About NRF
NRF is the world’s largest retail trade association, representing discount and department stores, home goods and specialty stores, Main Street merchants, grocers, wholesalers, chain restaurants and Internet retailers from the United States and more than 45 countries. Retail is the nation’s largest private sector employer, supporting one in four U.S. jobs — 42 million working Americans. Contributing $2.6 trillion to annual GDP, retail is a daily barometer for the nation’s economy. nrf.com

Contact:

Ana Serafin Smith
(202) 626-8189
press@nrf.com
(855) NRF-Press

Source: NRF

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NRF: Retail industry employment decreased by 30,300 jobs in March from February

WASHINGTON, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Retail industry employment decreased by 30,300 jobs in March from February, a substantially weaker-than-expected report due in part to weather patterns from mild temperatures to blizzards, the National Retail Federation said today(April 7, 2017). The numbers exclude automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants. The overall economy gained 98,000 jobs in March, the Labor Department said.

“The focus should be on wages, which remained strong in March,” NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said. “Wage growth translates into increased spending by consumers and benefits the economy overall. Nonetheless, some retail sectors have grown while others are continuing to adjust job deployment relative to changes in consumer behavior and buying patterns.”

“The rate of improvement in the labor market continues in a roller coaster pattern, but its pace is moving in the right direction and is probably consistent with an economy in its eighth year of expansion,” Kleinhenz said.

Average hourly earnings remained strong, coming in 2.7 percent higher than the same time a year ago compared with 2.8 percent in February. On a three-month moving average, retail employment shows a decline of 12,600 jobs.

The Labor Department said March unemployment fell to 4.5 percent, down from 4.7 percent in February and the lowest since May 2007.

NRF is the world’s largest retail trade association, representing discount and department stores, home goods and specialty stores, Main Street merchants, grocers, wholesalers, chain restaurants and Internet retailers from the United States and more than 45 countries. Retail is the nation’s largest private sector employer, supporting one in four U.S. jobs – 42 million working Americans. Contributing $2.6 trillion to annual GDP, retail is a daily barometer for the nation’s economy.

Contact:

Treacy Reynolds
press@nrf.com (855) NRF-Press

Source: NRF

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SUPERVALU announces plans for its fourth annual National Expo

Fourth annual event for independent grocery retailers builds on last year’s success

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE: SVU) today (Apr. 6, 2017) announced plans for its fourth annual National Expo, which will be held July 25-27 at the RiverCentre in St. Paul, Minn. The event will feature a full day of educational seminars and workshops tailored to help independent grocery retailers serve their customers better, as well as access to more than 300 vendors across nearly 130,000 square feet of exhibit space.

“In a short period of time, the National Expo has become one of the must-attend events in the grocery industry,” said Mike Stigers, Executive Vice President, Wholesale at SUPERVALU. “The Expo gives independent retailers the opportunity to learn from experts through thought leadership content, industry trend discussions, and networking opportunities all geared toward strengthening relationships and further enhancing their businesses. It also offers retailers the chance to meet personally with hundreds of vendors to hear more about new products and solutions that can help them drive additional sales in their stores.”

Retailers attending the 2017 Expo can expect to find a showcase of innovation, featuring new items, new merchandising solutions and new in-store concepts spanning all aspects of grocery retailing. Retailers also will have access to special products and promotions. One of the Expo’s favorite features is the Monster Buys and Auction items event, where prices on merchandise continue to drop as more quantities are purchased. Last year, more than 200 separate items were featured as part of the Monster Buys and Auction.

Another highlight of the Expo is the Master Marketer Awards ceremony, which will be held on Thursday, July 27. The awards recognize the best merchandising, marketing and community relations initiatives from SUPERVALU’s independent retailers over the past year. Last year, Karns Foods, with eight locations in central Pennsylvania, was named the Grand Master Marketer, the top award presented.

Attendance at the National Expo is by invitation only. SUPERVALU customers will receive information about event registration, travel and hotel directly through their account managers. Vendors should contact their region merchandising team for information on applying for a booth. Other interested industry personnel should email the National Expo event coordinators directly at supervaluexpo@supervalu.com.

About SUPERVALU INC.
SUPERVALU INC. is one of the largest grocery wholesalers and retailers in the U.S. with annual sales of approximately $13 billion. SUPERVALU serves customers across the United States through a network of 2,067 stores, composed of 1,850 stores operated by wholesale customers serviced primarily by the Company’s food distribution business, 195 traditional retail grocery stores operated under five retail banners, and 22 stores operated under the Shop ‘N Save name in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia (store counts as of December 3, 2016). Headquartered in Minnesota, SUPERVALU has approximately 30,000 employees. For more information about SUPERVALU, visit www.supervalu.com.

Media Contact:
SUPERVALU
Mike Wilken
952-828-4558
michael.wilken@supervalu.com

Source: SUPERVALU INC.

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New 70 jobs created for the new & improved B&M Hartlepool store

Hartlepool, United Kingdom, 2017-Apr-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — B&M finally cut the ribbon on the new and improved Hartlepool store on Thursday, providing shoppers a bigger and better experience.

The new Homestore has relocated to Teesbay Retail Park, taking over a former B&Q, allowing visitors to the store easy access to the bargains on offer.

A total of 70 jobs have been created for local people – including 11 colleagues who joined the team from the previous B&Q as well as staff from the Hartlepool Marina store.

Customers will be able to browse a wide range of branded and own label products, including food& drink, toys, homewares and electricals.

They’ll also have access to a large furniture and pet selection, to ensure everyone’s tastes are catered for.

As part of B&M’s Local Hero initiative, representatives from Hartlepool Families First took centre stage on opening day.

The team aim to ensure that all residents in Hartlepool and its surrounding area, regardless of age or ability, enjoy a healthy and fulsome life and achieve to the very best of their capabilities.

One of their objectives is to relieve and educate local children, particularly those with additional and special needs – they do this through providing social, physical and emotional support activities, as well as giving the children stimulating toys and equipment through their Toy Library.

Alongside opening the store, the charity also received £250 worth of B&M vouchers as a thank you for taking part.

Also in attendance on opening day was the Mayor of Hartlepool, Councillor Rob Cook, who helped cut the ribbon.

Adam Beech, store manager at B&M Teesbay, said: “The team from Hartlepool Families First really stood out for us as they go the extra mile for the community, we wanted to give them some VIP treatment as a thank you for all the hard work they do.

“We wanted to give them some VIP treatment as a thank you for all the hard work they do and hope that our donation can help them to continue to help the community.”

He also commented: “The new team had been working really hard to get the store ready for opening day and we couldn’t wait to get the doors open and show customers their new B&M Hartlepool.”

On Saturday 8 April, customers will also be able to enter the B&M Big Prize Bonanza, a free game show taking place at the store to carry the atmosphere on into the weekend.

Those who enter will be in with a chance of winning prizes including a Slow Cooker, B&M vouchers, Cadbury’s Chocolates and much more.

There will also be a facepainter in store to transform customers into their favourite super heroes, animals or characters.

Contact:

email: press@bmstores.co.uk

Source: B&M