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Daily Archives: May 30, 2017

Wenn vegetarisches Einkaufen zum Erlebnis wird

BASEL, SWITZERLAND, 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Heute Morgen wurde im Bahnhof von Zug der erste «Karma»-Shop eröffnet, ein völlig neues Ladenkonzept von Coop. «Karma» bietet die grösste Auswahl an ausschliesslich vegetarischen und veganen Produkten in der Schweiz. Nebst Frischeprodukten umfasst das Sortiment Grundnahrungsmittel, vegane oder vegetarische Kosmetik-Produkte sowie eine grosse Auswahl an frisch…

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The Co-op sponsors LEAF Open Farm Sunday; increases engagement with teens and young adults with Snapchat geo-filters

MANCHESTER, England, 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-op has produced a series of bespoke Snapchat geo-filters as part of its sponsorship of LEAF Open Farm Sunday, in a bid to promote engagement with teens and young adults. Featuring creative farm-specific overlays the retailer will encourage youngsters who may be visiting a farm with family…

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AHOLD SHARE BUYBACK UPDATE: AHOLD REPURCHASED 1,093,240 AHOLD COMMON SHARES IN THE PERIOD FROM MAY 22, 2017 UP TO AND INCLUDING MAY 26, 2017

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize has repurchased 1,093,240 of Ahold Delhaize common shares in the period from May 22, 2017 up to and including May 26, 2017. The shares were repurchased at an average price of €19.96 per share for a total consideration of €21.8 million. These repurchases were made…

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Bridge Street Market — the future grocery store at Grand Rapids’ West Side

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — In a nod to its neighborhood location and unique market format, organizers today (May 30, 2017) announced the name of the planned grocery store on Grand Rapids’ West Side as Bridge Street Market. Bridge Street Market is a new neighborhood market located near downtown on the…

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BJ’s Wholesale Club appoints Scott Kessler as EVP, Chief Information Officer and Rafeh Masood as SVP Chief Digital Officer

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ's Wholesale Club today (May 30, 2017) announced two new leaders that will drive the company's technology roadmap and omnichannel transformation. Scott Kessler has been named executive vice president, Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective immediately. In addition, Rafeh Masood has joined BJ's as senior vice president, Chief Digital Officer…

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Taubman Centers issues statement regarding its ongoing and intensive engagement with shareholders

Board Remains Committed to Strong Corporate Governance Practices and Alignment with Shareholders BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE: TCO) (the “Company”) today (05/30/2017) issued a statement regarding its ongoing and intensive engagement with shareholders. Myron (“Mike”) E. Ullman III, Lead Director of Taubman and Chair of the Board’s Nominating and…

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Perry Ellis International partners with Wolf Company for men’s apparel and accessories under Cubavera® trademark in Mexico

MIAMI, 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Perry Ellis International (Nasdaq:PERY) announced today (May 30, 2017) that it has entered into a license agreement with Wolf Company S.A. de C.V. for men's apparel and accessories under the Cubavera® trademark in Mexico.  The collection will be available in department and specialty stores, and is planned to launch…

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Delivery Hero Group to acquire Kuwait-based food delivery platform Carriage

Berlin, 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Delivery Hero Group (“Delivery Hero”), the leading global online food ordering and delivery marketplace, announced today (29 May 2017 ) it has agreed to acquire Carriage, a young and fast-growing food delivery platform based in Kuwait and operating in the Gulf Council Countries (GCC). Carriage operates a hybrid business model…

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Lowe’s Canada Langford RONA store to undergo renovation and to convert to Lowe’s banner

Langford RONA selected for second Lowe’s conversion slated for Fall 2017 Boucherville, QC, 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (May 29, 2017 ), Lowe’s Canada announced that its Langford RONA Home and Garden store will be the second RONA big box location set to convert to the Lowe’s banner. The Langford store, located at 850…

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Topaz rolls out Photo-Me ID compliant photobooths across its network

Topaz rolls out Photo-Me ID compliant photobooths across its network   Topaz and Photo-Me invest €1m in the rollout of ID compliant photobooths across its network DUBLIN, IRELAND, 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topaz, Ireland’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, has partnered with Photo-Me to facilitate the rollout of their ID compliant photobooths in Topaz service stations…

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The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give adds live music from 3 Doors Down to its robust tournament schedule

The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give adds live music from 3 Doors Down to its robust tournament schedule   GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is partnering with General Mills to add live music to its robust tournament schedule. A concert, featuring 3 Doors Down, will…

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First Data to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of CardConnect for $15.00 per share in cash

CardConnect’s innovative partner management tools help improve merchant retention Capabilities accelerate First Data’s firm-wide ISV initiative Brings First Data immediate capabilities in ERP-integrated payment solutions All CardConnect tools and capabilities will be made available through First Data’s JVs, acquiring partnerships, and other distribution channels Transaction is modestly accretive to adjusted EPS…

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PHILIPPINES: Felicidad T. Sy Foundation to fund the construction of sports center at Philippine Cultural College’s Quezon City campus

PHILIPPINES: Felicidad T. Sy Foundation to fund the construction of sports center at Philippine Cultural College's Quezon City campus   Pasay City, Philippines, 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — In support of education and sports development, The Felicidad T. Sy Foundation (Foundation) of SM matriarch Felicidad T. Sy has signed an agreement with the Philippine Cultural College…

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Defense Commissary Agency appoints Michael G. Shaffer as the new deputy director of acquisition management

FORT LEE, Va., 2017-May-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Michael G. Shaffer is the new deputy director of acquisition management for the Defense Commissary Agency effective April 30. The announcement came from Larry Hahn, director of acquisition management. Shaffer previously served as enterprise acquisition division chief and will continue to provide oversight to this division until…

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