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US Foods names Pietro Satriano its next President and Chief Executive Officer

Rosemont, Ill., 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods today named Pietro Satriano its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Monday, July 13, 2015. Satriano previously held the role of Chief Merchandising Officer. John Lederer, the company’s current President and CEO, will continue as an advisor to US Foods and its Board of Directors. “Pietro is…

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Haggen selects award winning omni-commerce provider Unata to help launch its new customer loyalty program and eCommerce experience

TORONTO & BELLINGHAM, Wash., 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Unata, the award winning omni-commerce provider, and West Coast regional grocer Haggen Food and Pharmacy today announced that Haggen has selected Unata to help launch its new customer loyalty program and eCommerce experience. The implementation will allow for more personalized marketing across Haggen’s channels including online,…

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Kate Hudson’s Fashion Athletic Wear Brand Fabletics to open its first brick-and-mortar stores at five GGP locations this fall

Kate Hudson’s Fashion Athletic Wear Brand Takes Next Step in Brand Evolution CHICAGO, 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — General Growth Properties, Inc. (NYSE: GGP) today announced Fabletics, the online activewear and accessories line co-founded by award-winning actress Kate Hudson, will open its first brick-and-mortar stores at five GGP locations this fall to build off the success of…

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Toys“R”Us, Inc. to bring its U.S. e-commerce operations in-house and build new platform for Toysrus.com, Babiesrus.com and FAO.com

Transformed Websites for Toysrus.com, Babiesrus.com and FAO.com Expected to Launch by the End of Summer 2016 WAYNE, NJ, 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. today announced plans to bring its U.S. e-commerce operations in-house, including building and managing a new platform for Toysrus.com, Babiesrus.com and FAO.com. The company expects to launch its own online platform by…

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SM Supermalls cited by Reader’s Digest as one of the most valued and preferred shopping mall brands in the Philippines for 4th year in a row

Pasay City, Philippines, 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Property conglomerate SM Prime Holdings’ mall brand, SM Supermalls was cited by Reader’s Digest as one of the most valued and preferred shopping mall brands in the Philippines for the fourth year in a row. To add to the distinction, SM Supermalls was the only awardee for…

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More than 275 kids registered for the inaugural fundraising effort Hy-Vee Pinky Swear Kids Triathlon in West Des Moines

WEST DES MOINES, 2015-7-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — It wasn’t a competition, but everyone was a winner today at the inaugural Hy-Vee Pinky Swear Kids Triathlon in West Des Moines. Hundreds of young athletes and their families braved the stormy weather conditions and showed up strong at Raccoon River Park today to participate in the first-ever…

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EROSKI inaugura el segundo supermercado franquiciado en Jaén este mes

  La cooperativa cuenta con nueve establecimientos franquiciados en la provincia, tres de ellos abiertos en 2015 La apertura supone la creación de cinco puestos de trabajo Sabiote, España, 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — EROSKI ha inaugurado hoy un supermercado franquiciado con la enseña EROSKI/city en la calle Rafael Zabaleta, número 23, de Sabiote (Jaén). Se trata…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance acquires award-winning premium skincare range Liz Earle Beauty Co. Ltd

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance today announces that it has acquired Liz Earle Beauty Co. Ltd, owner of the Liz Earle skincare brand. Liz Earle is an award-winning premium skincare range that uses naturally active ingredients and is recognized as one of the leading botanical brands in the UK. - ENDS…

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Walmart launches new digital library with educational content to further support the advancement of future women leaders at Walmart and women worldwide

Library launches with educational footage from Walmart’s inaugural Global Women’s Forum featuring Academy Award Winner Geena Davis and PepsiCo’s Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi Bentonville, Ark., 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart today launched a new digital library, with videos from its inaugural Global Women’s Forum, to further support the advancement of future women leaders…

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Carrefour launches two tinned tuna products fished using the pole and line technique; honouring its commitment to promoting responsible fishing

Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour has just announced the launch of two tinned tuna products fished using the pole and line technique which will be going on sale in its Carrefour and Carrefour Market stores. This fishing technique is more selective and prevents unwanted species from being caught, thus helping to preserve…

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Tesco customers donated more than 3.6 million meals during the sixth Neighbourhood Food Collection this summer

Over 3.6 million meals donated during recent Neighbourhood Food Collection in partnership with FareShare and The Trussell Trust Significant rise in number of donations from in-store permanent collection points from January to July 2015 More than 27.5 million meals have been provided to people in need since Neighbourhood Food Collection began CHESHUNT, England, 2015-7-10 —…

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Starbucks China president Belinda Wong recognized for her leadership on a new 2015 ranking of Forbes top 100 women in business in China

SEATTLE, 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks China president Belinda Wong is recognized for her leadership on a new 2015 ranking of Forbes top 100 women in business in China. Wong is 41 on the list which includes Sun Yafang, the chairperson of board of HUAWEI Technologies CO. LTD as the top of the list.…

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Nordstrom Rack at Woodmore Towne Center in Glenarden, Md. to open in spring 2017

SEATTLE, 2015-7-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today plans to open Nordstrom Rack at Woodmore Towne Center in Glenarden, Md. The approximately 30,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in spring 2017. The property is owned by Petrie Richardson Ventures, in a joint venture with Prudential Real Estate Investors. Nordstrom Rack…

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The Co-op gives its card members a chance to “Swipe and Win” prizes, instant win coupons and treats

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-7-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Prizes, instant win coupons and treats are on the cards at The Co-op as it gives its members a chance to “Swipe and Win” in-store. The Co-operative has seen more than a million winners since it first introduced the popular promotion and, is again awarding twenty prizes of £1,000…

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Plum deals at The Co-operative have led to double-digit growth across its fresh produce range

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-7-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Plum deals at The Co-operative have led to a near double-digit growth across its fresh produce range following a multi-million pound investment to trim the price of fruit and vegetables. The investment by the community retailer, which has a store in every postal area, saw prices pruned across its range…

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Der Naturschutzbund Deutschland e.V. (NABU) und REWE Group schließen strategische Partnerschaft

Berlin, Deutschland, 2015-7-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Der Naturschutzbund Deutschland e.V. (NABU) und die REWE Group haben eine langfristige strategische Partnerschaft geschlossen. Einen weitreichenden Beratungs- und Lizenzvertrag unterzeichneten heute, 6. Juli 2015, in Berlin der Präsident des NABU, Olaf Tschimpke, und der Vorstandsvorsitzende der REWE Group, Alain Caparros. Der NABU ist Deutschlands größter Umwelt-…

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Giant Food of Landover: diverse assortment of farm fresh local produce now available at all Giant stores

Landover, Md., 2015-7-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Giant Food of Landover, Md. is pleased to announce that a diverse assortment of farm fresh local produce, from 45 area farms, is now available at all Giant stores. While customers can find many local products in Giant stores throughout the year, the summer months bring an abundance of…

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Advance Auto Parts, Inc. announces that Roger Dattilo has been appointed Vice President, Inventory

ROANOKE, Va., 2015-7-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), the largest automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, serving both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that Roger Dattilo has been appointed Vice President, Inventory. Mr. Dattilo will lead the Company’s replenishment organization. He will be responsible for replenishment strategies…

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7-Eleven partners with Postmates for On-Demand Delivery in Austin

DALLAS, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven now offers on-demand delivery in Austin, the second market where the company has launched its new service. The first was last week in the San Francisco area. In both markets, on-demand delivery is powered by San Francisco-based technology company Postmates. Postmates is a tech and logistics company that operates…

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Financial Consulting & Trading International, Inc. of California becomes 7‑Eleven’s new ATM provider

DALLAS, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — 7‑Eleven, Inc. today announced the completion of an agreement with Financial Consulting & Trading International, Inc. (FCTI) of California to become the company's new ATM provider. FCTI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seven Bank, a highly successful ATM provider for all 7‑Eleven stores in Japan. 7‑Eleven's U.S. company-operated and franchised…

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The British Retail Consortium published the first Interpretation Guideline for its BRC Global Standard for Storage and Distribution Issue 2

LONDON, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has today published the first Interpretation Guideline for its internationally recognised BRC Global Standard for Storage and Distribution Issue 2. Originally introduced in 2006, the BRC Global Standard for Storage and Distribution was developed by a multi-stakeholder group including industry representatives, certification bodies and…

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Auntie Anne’s recognized several franchisees for exceeding the “Pretzel Perfect” standard

LANCASTER, Pa., 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Auntie Anne’s, the world’s largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchisor, recently recongnized several franchisees for exceeding the "Pretzel Perfect" standard. Earlier this summer, Auntie Anne’s presented prestigious awards to franchise owners and stores across the country to recognize their hard work and dedication to the Auntie Anne’s system. The…

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NRF Foundation announced its list of Ray Greenly Scholarship semi-finalists

WASHINGTON, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Summer vacation just got better for 25 graduate and undergraduate students from across the country as the NRF Foundation today announced its list of Ray Greenly Scholarship semi-finalists. These semi-finalists are now in the running to be named a finalist and potential recipient of either a $10,000 or $25,000…

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Carrefour partners with French Alpine dairy farmers to launch a new PDO Beaufort Chalet d’Alpage Quality Line

Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 2 July 2015, Carrefour joined forces with 3 of the last 18 French Alpine dairy farmers to launch a new PDO Beaufort Chalet d’Alpage Quality Line. The retailer's commitment to preserving traditional know-how and a guarantee for customers that they are getting an authentic product with an…

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Carrefour Italy opens its 12rd Market Gourmet store in Varese, Northern Italy

Varese, Italy, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — On 2 July, Carrefour Italy inaugurated its 12rd Market Gourmet store in the city of Varese in the north of the country An accomplished chef, with a strong link to the territory, Matteo Pisciotta, at the helm of the Luce restaurant in Villa Panza, Varese, and one of the…

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Teavana announced national partnership with Girls Inc.

Teavana Partners with Girls Inc. in Support of Youth Education, Mentorship, College Readiness and Training Continuing with Starbucks Long-term Commitment to Provide Pathways to Opportunity for Young People, Teavana Donates $100,000 to Benefit Young Women across the U.S. and Canada Seattle, 2015-7-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Teavana (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced a national partnership with Girls Inc., a nonprofit organization…

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Dollar Tree, Inc. announces that it has completed the acquisition of Family Dollar Stores, Inc.

Creates combined organization with sales exceeding $19 billion annually with more than 13,600 stores across 48 states and five Canadian provinces Gary Philbin named President and Chief Operating Officer of Family Dollar Stores CHESAPEAKE, Va., 2015-7-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), North America's leading operator of discount variety stores selling…

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Harris Teeter donates over $759,000 to the USO and Wounded Warrior Project® to support our troops and their families

Company Thanks Customers for Generous Participation Matthews, N.C., 2015-7-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter announced today that it is donating over $759,000 to the USO and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), two organizations committed to supporting our troops and their families. The donation was made possible thanks to generous contributions from Harris Teeter shoppers and valued associates…

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Hy-Vee employees honored during the annual FMI Connect conference in Chicago hosted by the Food Marketing Institute last month

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 2015-7-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nine Hy-Vee, Inc. employees were recently recognized for their excellence after winning industry competitions. Hy-Vee employees in various positions were honored during the annual FMI Connect conference in Chicago, one of the industry’s largest trade shows, hosted by the Food Marketing Institute last month. Brian Wilken, store director at…

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Rite Aid Corporation announces that Paul Zikmund is joining Rite Aid as group VP of risk and controls

CAMP HILL, PA, 2015-7-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) announced today that Paul Zikmund, a risk management professional with nearly 30 years of experience, is joining Rite Aid as group vice president of risk and controls. In this new position, Zikmund will oversee the risk management program for Rite Aid as well as…

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