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Kroger to host First Pitch and Town Hall events at the Natural Products Expo West event in Anaheim, California

CINCINNATI, 2018-Mar-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is excited to announce its participation in the Natural Products Expo West event in Anaheim, California to continue building relationships with emerging brands.

“This is Kroger’s 16th year to participate in Expo West,” said Jill McIntosh, Kroger’s vice president of natural foods. “Through our exclusive First Pitch and Town Hall events, we are increasing our presence and accessibility at the Expo. This year is our biggest activation. We will have more than 40 Kroger representatives participate, ranging from buyers and category managers to merchandising executives.”

Kroger anticipates a robust number of suppliers engaging with the company’s representatives during its First Pitch event, which provides innovative, ready-to-go-to-market businesses the opportunity to present their products to the retailer.

“Our customers’ appetite for better-for-you products continues to grow year-over-year. The natural foods category has become mainstream—it is no longer a niche market,” added Ms. McIntosh. “Along with growing our Simple Truth® brand, which reached $2 billion in annual sales in 2017, we will continue to focus on developing new partnerships at micro and macro levels to expand this category. Innovation is key in this space and this is one of the reasons we have attended Expo West since 2002 and recently started our Natural Foods Innovation Summit series.”

Kroger’s Town Hall will focus on its merchandising leaders sharing the Restock Kroger plan along with hosting discussions about ecommerce and Kroger Precision Marketing powered by 84.51° in front of an anticipated group of 500 individuals representing more than 270 suppliers. During the event, industry leaders, including CPGs and Kroger’s own Simple Truth® and sustainability experts, will lead a panel about sustainable practices, a focus of the natural foods industry.

The Town Hall will also feature a celebrity chef tasting that spotlights Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative, which aims to end hunger in its communities and eliminate food waste in its company by 2025. Kroger is partnering with three distinguished chefs—Roy Choi, Phillip Frankland Lee and Chelsea’s Messy Apron—to host the event.

Kroger will host its third Natural Foods Innovation Summit this June in Cincinnati, Ohio.

At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: to Feed the Human SpiritTM. We are nearly half a million associates who serve nine million customers daily through a seamless digital shopping experience and 2,800 retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.

SOURCE: The Kroger Co.

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ChannelAdvisor Corporation announces Catalyst Americas 2018 conference, April 17-19, 2018 in San Diego, CA

Annual conference focuses on providing ways that retailers and branded manufacturers can compete, accelerate and win in a competitive landscape

Research Triangle Park, NC, 2017-Dec-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — ChannelAdvisor Corporation (NYSE:ECOM), a leading provider of cloud-based e-commerce solutions that enable retailers and branded manufacturers to increase global sales, today (December 5, 2017 ) announced that its Catalyst Americas 2018 conference will take place April 17-19, 2018 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA. Now in its 11th year, this annual conference has become a preeminent e-commerce event for brands and retailers. Every year, Catalyst evolves to provide the best learning and peer-to-peer experience for companies to excel in an increasingly competitive and fragmented retail landscape. This year’s Catalyst agenda, featuring in-depth working sessions, dynamic industry thought leaders and unrivaled networking opportunities, reflects the ever-changing needs of retailers and branded manufacturers to help them compete, accelerate and win.

“The very definition of ‘Catalyst’ is an agent for change or an instrument that speeds up a reaction. That’s exactly how we see our conference—this is ‘your’ Catalyst—whether the change you want to see is growth on new channels, connections to a broader network, new strategies for gaining a competitive edge, or some combination, Catalyst will deliver,” said David Spitz, ChannelAdvisor CEO. Spitz continued, “I’m also personally excited to host the conference in a beautiful city that will serve as a great venue for the conference and networking activities.”“I always get excited to hear not only about industry trends, but also the enhancements to the ChannelAdvisor suite of products and services. That helps me stay focused on the future and gives me an advantage in the marketplace.” said Sarah Young, digital marketing specialist at Augusta Sportswear, and a previous attendee of Catalyst Americas.

ChannelAdvisor is currently offering an early-bird rate of $975 until January 15, 2018, as well as discounted hotel rates. In addition to the early bird rate, registrations prior to January 15, 2018 are eligible for an additional savings of $99 using the promo code ANNOUNCE2018. For more information and to register for Catalyst Americas 2018 please visit https://catalyst.channeladvisor.com/.

For more details about ChannelAdvisor, visit our blog, follow us on Twitter@ChannelAdvisor, Like us on Facebook and connect with us on LinkedIn.

About ChannelAdvisor

ChannelAdvisor (NYSE: ECOM) is a leading e-commerce cloud platform whose mission is to connect and optimize the world’s commerce. For nearly two decades, ChannelAdvisor has helped retailers and branded manufacturers worldwide improve their online performance by expanding sales channels, connecting with consumers around the world, optimizing their operations for peak performance and providing actionable analytics to improve competitiveness. Thousands of customers depend on ChannelAdvisor to securely power their sales and optimize fulfillment on channels such as Amazon, eBay, Google, Facebook, Walmart and hundreds more. For more information, visit www.channeladvisor.com.

Media Contact:

Caroline Riddle
ChannelAdvisor
caroline.riddle@channeladvisor.com
919.439.8026

Source: ChannelAdvisor

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Stater Bros. celebrates the opening of it’s newest supermarket in Norco, CA

SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, 2017-Nov-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stater Bros. is pleased to announce the grand opening of the Company’s newest supermarket in Norco showcasing Stater Bros.’ updated format and additional features to enhance the shopping experience of the Company’s longtime and valued Norco customers.

The new supermarket is located at 2430 River Road in the Norco Village Shopping Center, developed by Lewis Retail Centers. To celebrate the grand opening, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 8:00 a.m., and the store will officially open for business immediately following the festivities. After Wednesday, the store will be open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., and will be led by Store Manager Aaron Ryan, who has 24 years of service with the Company.

This new site will replace a smaller Stater Bros. supermarket located at 1999 River Road, which will close at 9:00 p.m. on November 14, 2017. At 45,712 sq. ft., the new store will be approximately 45% larger than the existing River Road location and bring an additional 100 union jobs to the area. Once open, Stater Bros. “Family” members employed at the current River Road location will transition to the new site.

“This new supermarket demonstrates Stater Bros. ongoing commitment to the Norco community we’ve served since 1971,” stated Pete Van Helden, President and CEO of Stater Bros. Markets.

“Throughout the years, our Norco customers have been amongst our most loyal and we are thrilled with the wide variety of services and new product offerings that we’re bringing to their community,” Van Helden further added.

The supermarket will feature:
A Full Service Fresh Meat Department with Stater Bros. famous certified Meat Cutters ready to serve you
A Full Service Fresh Seafood Department with friendly seafood experts to assist with selection
FujiSan Handcrafted Sushi made in-house daily
A Full Service Deli including Cleo & Leo exclusive recipe and always fresh hand-breaded fried chicken, specialty sandwiches and wraps in addition to a full line of prepared party trays
Full Service Hot Bakery with a full selection of Artisan breads and rolls, specialty single serve desserts, Cleo and Leo line of classic cakes and in-house cake decorators to assist with all special occasion needs
A Relaxing Seating Area with USB charging outlets and access to free Wi-Fi
Floral Department for that special gift of fresh flowers, plants or floral arrangements
Garden Fresh Produce Department featuring more than 1,000 items with expanded organic selections and fruit cut fresh daily Energy-efficient LED lighting in addition to glass doors on refrigerated cases to reduce energy consumption The parking lot will host a horse corral to accommodate Norco’s equestrian community

To further celebrate the grand opening and to honor Stater Bros. long-standing tradition of giving back to the communities it serves, Stater Bros. Charities will present $30,000 in donations to local organizations that support hunger relief, children’s well-being, education, health, law enforcement, help for our Nation’s Veterans and active service members.

Stater Bros. was founded in 1936 in Yucaipa, California, and has grown steadily through the years to become the largest privately owned Supermarket Chain in Southern California and the largest private employer in both San Bernardino County and Riverside County. The Company currently operates 171 Supermarkets, and there are approximately 18,000 members of the Stater Bros. Supermarket Family.

For more information, visit staterbros.com.

Source: STATER BROS

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U.S. Craft Beer Sales Dominate the South American Market


Sao Paulo, Brasil, 2017-Oct-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Mexico has its tequila, Cuba has rum, Brazilians drink caipirinhas and now America has craft beer.  Though the U.K. holds the most breweries per capita, the U.S. remains the largest producer of craft beer with 5,000+ breweries.  In fact, the craft beer revolution has become so strong and established in Europe and North America that the trend has begun trickling southwards and is dominating sales in places like Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, and Peru.

“Sales of craft beer in Latin America are growing at between 20% and 40% a year, depending on which country you’re in,” said Daniel Trivelli in a 2016 BBC News article.  President of Copa Cervezas de America, one of the region’s biggest craft beer contests, Trivelli said craft beer sales in Chile grew nearly 25% from the previous year, which represented only 2% of the overall beer market in 2016.

Craft beer is a trend the world over, and South America is jumping on the bandwagon as its culinary scene continues to progress at an astounding rate, its craft brewing scene is getting global recognition through its introduction of America’s most popular and beloved flavors.  Here are a few of the popular craft beers from America you can find on your next visit to Central and South America:

Chub Scotch Ale • Oskar Blues Oskar Blues Brewery • Colorado

Oskar Blues Chub Scotch Ale, which was rated amongst the top 50 beers on Ratebeer comes from a funky little brew pub in Longmont, Colorado.  The dark brown color features a beautiful Beige cream reveals notes of cocoa, coffee, dried and smoked dark fruit.  Its potent alcoholic strength of 8% balances well between its sweet and slightly bitter taste.  From the brewery that began the craft-beer-in-a-can craze, the scotch ale tastes strong with big and deliciously complex flavors.

Even More Jesus • Evil Twin Brewing • New York

A black color and a persistent foam contain an aroma espresso, chocolate, and caramel.  This complex beer produced in limited quantities features an intense flavor of chocolate, coffee, and brown sugar.  Its sweet flavor, high body, and dry coffee aftertaste are recognizable throughout all 12% of its alcohol volume making it worthy of the vote of one of the best breweries in the world.

Independence Pass Ale • Aspen Brewing Company • Aspen, Colorado

Ideal for the adventurous home cook, the Independence Pass Ale is for the friend in the group who doesn’t like IPAs but wants to look like they like IPAs.  This hoppy yet balanced, high altitude rendition of the classic India Pale Ale style won Gold Medals two years in a row at the World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world.  A major catalyst for Aspen Brewing Company, this high-altitude rendition of the classic IPA boasts an all-around fuller flavor and smells of strong caramelized malts when you pour the off-white, hazy and “chunky” amber body into the pint.

Funk-n-Delicious, Belgian-Style Blueberry Sour Ale • Oceanside Ale Works San Diego  

Tastes as sour as blueberry jack hammer to the tongue with a hazy amber color and a thin, white, frothy head. Dedicated to using only the freshest hops and finest barleys, Oceanside Ale Works gifts to the world a series of Belgian style blonde ales spontaneously fermented with wild airborne yeast Blueberry, Peach, and Strawberry.  The Lambic/Belgian sours, aged in Johannesburg Riesling barrels with organic blueberries, gives off a mild sweet aroma and flavor of Belgian sugar, champagne, and grains.  One of the few remaining manual brew houses in the country, this 20-barrel brewery produces a hand-crafted beer with a 6% ABV you are sure to remember.  Whether you’re relaxing in luxury in Peru’s upscale Miraflores district, soaking up the arts in Sao Paulo, or experimenting with flavors in Argentina the craft beer revolution can be found nearby.

About Velour Imports
Velour Imports Limited Liability Company is an export management company which distributes alcoholic beverages through the solicitation of sales of wine, beer, and ciders to a rising number of luxury resorts and hotels around the world. The staff secures purchase orders from approved distributors, importers and agents, in addition to developing brand recognition to help increase those sales. The organization holds federal and state export licenses in compliance with the laws and regulations that the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. The company secures compliance, sales authority, and arranges logistics of product directly from manufacturers.

Announcing easy access to American craft beer, Velour Imports sponsored the BeerFluence #localgoesglobal, social media campaign. Running until November 4th, each week features product reviews from a different blogger, homebrewer, or journalist from Brazil, Panama, the Cayman Islands, or the U.S. For full campaign details, or a list of to participating partners, visit velourimports.online.

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InvenTrust Properties acquires River Oaks retail center in Valencia, CA

InvenTrust Properties acquires River Oaks retail center in Valencia, CA

 

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., 2017-Sep-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — InvenTrust Properties Corp. (“InvenTrust” or “the Company”) today ( 09/18/2017) announced the acquisition of River Oaks, a 275,000 square foot grocery-anchored center located in a premier San Fernando Valley sub-market of Los Angeles, CA, for approximately $115 million.

“We are excited to acquire this institutional-quality retail destination positioned at the epicenter of the Valencia retail hub,” said Michael E. Podboy, EVP – Chief Financial Officer, Chief Investment Officer of InvenTrust. “River Oaks is located in a highly desirable suburban market with a diverse tenant lineup and attractive, high performing anchors such as Target, Sprouts and buybuyBaby. We anticipate that this accretive transaction will drive long term value.”

Christopher Covey, Senior Vice President of Transactions, added, “The acquisition of River Oaks further highlights our continued progress enhancing our portfolio with premier open air retail assets. By expanding our presence in the Los Angeles submarket, we expect to benefit from favorable population demographics in the region and gain operational efficiencies with the nearby InvenTrust-owned Stevenson Ranch Plaza.”

The center features national tenants such as Target, Sprouts, buybuyBaby, ULTA, Total Women Gym & Spa, Pier 1 Imports and Big 5 Sporting Goods.

About InvenTrust Properties Corp.

InvenTrust Properties Corp. is a pure-play retail company with a focus on acquiring open-air centers with a disciplined approach, in key growth markets with favorable demographics. This acquisition strategy, along with our innovative and collaborative property management approach, ensures the success of both our tenants and business partners and drives net operating income growth for the Company. InvenTrust became a self-managed REIT in 2014 and as of June 30, 2017, is an owner and manager of 85 retail properties, representing 15.2 million square feet of retail space, and one non-core property.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical, including statements regarding management’s intentions, beliefs, expectations, plans or predictions of the future and are typically identified by words such as “may,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “likely,” “will,” “would” and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, our ability to integrate and successfully operate acquired properties and the risks associated with such properties. For further discussion of factors that could materially affect the outcome of our forward-looking statements and our future results and financial condition, see our filings with the securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Risk Factors included in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as updated by any subsequent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, in each case as filed with the SEC. InvenTrust intends that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except as may be required by applicable law. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable laws. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements.

Contact:
InvenTrust Properties Corp.
Dan Lombardo
630-570-0605
dan.lombardo@inventrustproperties.com

Source: InvenTrust Properties Corp.

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CarMax to fill 50 positions for new store in Colma, CA slated to open in November

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2017-Sep-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, announced today (September 14, 2017) it is hiring to fill 50 positions for a new CarMax store in Colma, CA slated to open in November. Job applicants hired for the Colma location will be the recipients of special compensation incentives and sign-on bonuses – the largest in CarMax history for these positions.

Entry-level associates are eligible for a starting pay of up to $25/hour. Additionally, all Colma associates will receive bonus compensation of $200 on every paycheck to help with cost of living expenses – a total of more than $5,000 every year. The associates will also receive a New Store Bonus awarded semi-annually during the first two years of employment totaling $2,000.

Associates will receive the following sign-on bonuses for joining CarMax’s team:

  • $3,000-$7,500 for automotive technicians (based on experience level)
  • $3,000 for sales consultants and service advisors
  • $1,500 for reconditioning associates

For 13 consecutive years, CarMax has been named one of FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® and applications are now being accepted at www.jobs.carmax.com.

The company will be hosting a job fair on September 21, 2017 at the Colma Community Center located at 1520 Hillside Boulevard. Refreshments will be served and applicants will be eligible for a raffle prize drawing for a VISA gift card.

“Experience in the automotive industry isn’t a requirement in order to work at CarMax,” said Davi Rodrigues, location general manager of CarMax in Colma. “We focus on hiring people with high integrity and the company provides award-winning training and development to help our associates build great careers.”

Who is CarMax Hiring?

  • CarMax is seeking applicants for full and part-time positions.
  • Available positions include sales, business office, and service operations positions including inventory associates, service advisors and technicians.
  • Technicians require previous automotive experience, however most positions do not.
  • Many CarMax associates have worked for other major retailers, such as Target, Lowe’s, Wal-Mart and Macy’s.

Why Work at CarMax?

  • CarMax is committed to hiring people with strong values of integrity, transparency and respect. We live these values every day and they drive how we treat our associates and our customers.
  • CarMax offers unmatched training and support for associate career growth.
  • CarMax offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Stores are equipped with climate controlled, state-of-the-art service bays with quality equipment
  • CarMax associates also receive discounts on car purchases and other services.
  • CarMax is recognized as one of FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For®, 15 Best Workplaces in Retail and 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials, as well as one of TRAINING Magazine’s “Training Top 125” companies in America.

How Can Job Seekers Apply?

The new Colma store will be located at 401 Serramonte Boulevard and will be joining the company’s Pleasanton, Fremont, Santa Rosa and San Jose stores as CarMax’s fifth location in the Bay Area.

About CarMax

CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and operates more than 175 stores in 39 states nationwide. CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. For more than 20 years, CarMax has made car buying more ethical, fair and stress-free by offering a no-haggle, no-hassle experience and an incredible selection of vehicles. CarMax makes selling your car easy too, by offering no-obligation appraisals good for seven days. At CarMax, we’ll buy your car even if you don’t buy ours®. CarMax has more than 24,000 associates nationwide and for 13 consecutive years has been named as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®. During the 12 months ending February 28, 2017, the company retailed 671,294 used cars and sold 391,686 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

Media Contact:

Lindsey Duke
CarMax Public Relations
(855) 887-2915
pr@carmax.com
@CarMax
facebook.com/CarMax

Source: CarMax

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Office Depot, Inc. to roll out same-day delivery in Atlanta, GA and Los Angeles, CA and Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, FL

Boca Raton, Fla., 2017-Aug-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ:ODP), a leading provider of office supplies, business products and services delivered through an omnichannel platform, today (August 7, 2017) announced same-day delivery powered by Deliv–a leading crowdsourced, last-mile logistics company providing same-day delivery and returns for omnichannel retailers, local businesses and e-commerce companies–is launching on August 28 in Atlanta, Georgia and Los Angeles, California; and on September 6 in Ft. Lauderdale/Miami, Florida. The same-day delivery service is designed to better meet customer expectations as the omnichannel shopping experience continues to expand.

“With our new same-day delivery and our omnichannel approach, we are utlizing our retail stores as assets and part of our supply chain to give our customers the best possible experience,” said Gerry Smith, chief executive officer of Office Depot, Inc.

Customers who shop on officedepot.com will have the option of scheduled same-day delivery between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. or 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., depending upon the time of day they shop. For a limited time, Office Depot plans to waive the delivery fee as an introductory offer.

“Retail is undergoing a rapid transformation,” said Kevin Moffitt, senior vice president and chief digital officer at Office Depot, Inc. “To exceed our customers’ increasing expectations, we continue to enhance our omnichannel shopping experience. Adding same-day delivery capabilities to our growing in-store pickup and ship-from-store programs allows us to better leverage our retail locations as distribution hubs, and serve our customers faster and more efficiently.”

Deliv’s technology enables Office Depot customers to select the delivery times and locations that work best for them while being able to track their purchases in real-time.

“Office Depot is now providing businesses with the type of service customers expect,” said Daphne Carmeli, chief executive officer and founder at Deliv. “I am pleased that Deliv was chosen as its partner to power this new offering.”

By the end of 2017, same-day delivery is expected to roll out in several additional markets.

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About Office Depot, Inc.
Office Depot, Inc. is a leading provider of office supplies, business products and services delivered through an omnichannel platform.

The company had 2016 annual sales of approximately $11 billion, employed approximately 38,000 associates, and served consumers and businesses in North America and abroad with approximately 1,400 retail stores, award-winning e-commerce sites and a dedicated business-to-business sales organization – with a global network of wholly owned operations, franchisees, licensees and alliance partners. The company operates under several banner brands including Office Depot, OfficeMax and Grand & Toy. The company’s portfolio of exclusive product brands include TUL, Foray, Brenton Studio, Ativa, WorkPro, Realspace and Highmark.

Office Depot, Inc.’s common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “ODP.”

Office Depot is a trademark of The Office Club, Inc. OfficeMax is a trademark of OMX, Inc. ©2017 Office Depot, Inc. All rights reserved. Any other product or company names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: Office Depot, Inc.

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Nordstrom Rack to open at The Promenade at Town Center in Santa Clarita, California in spring 2018

SEATTLE, 2017-Jul-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. announced plans to open a Nordstrom Rack at The Promenade at Town Center in Santa Clarita, California. The approximately 30,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in spring 2018.

Just 35 miles from downtown Los Angeles, The Promenade at Town Center is located off I-5 at the intersection of Magic Mountain Parkway and McBean Parkway. The new Nordstrom Rack store will join more than seven existing retailers in the area.

“We’ve been fortunate to serve customers in the Los Angeles area for many years and we’re thrilled to add a new Nordstrom Rack location in beautiful Santa Clarita,” said Karen McKibbin, president of Nordstrom Rack. “We’re excited to offer local customers a more convenient location to shop great brands at great Rack prices.”

This will be the first Nordstrom Rack store in Santa Clarita. This fall the company is also opening a new Nordstrom Rack at FIGat7th in downtown Los Angeles and relocating a full-line store to Los Angeles’Westfield Century City.

“Nordstrom Rack is a strong operator, with offerings that are well aligned with the local demographics,” said Ben Green, Asset Manager at Barings, LLC. “We are confident that the store will be embraced by the community and have strong sales volumes.  We are excited to have Nordstrom Rack join The Promenade’s existing roster of tenants, including HomeGoods, Party City, and Tilly’s.  With the addition of Nordstrom Rack, The Promenade at Town Center is the preeminent community shopping center in the Santa Clarita Valley and continues to be a solid investment for our fund.”

Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., offering customers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and shoes at an everyday savings of 30-70 percent off regular prices. Nordstrom Rack stores offer convenient mobile check-out, allowing customers to skip the lines and purchase their items from a salesperson anywhere in the store. Nordstrom Rack merchandise comes from Nordstrom stores and Nordstrom.com, as well as specially purchased items from many of the top brands available at Nordstrom. Customers can shop an even larger selection of merchandise on nordstromrack.com or through the Nordstrom Rack + HauteLook mobile app, which features a Scan and Shop button to easily locate and order items not available in the store. The Rack is designed to provide the ultimate treasure hunt to style-savvy customers.

About Nordstrom
Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 354 stores in 40 states, including 122 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 221 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and two clearance stores. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its seven clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

About Barings Real Estate Advisers
Barings Real Estate Advisers is part of Barings LLC, one of the world’s largest diversified real estate investment managers. The group is an active investor in private and public, equity and debt markets, and provides core, value-added, and opportunistic investment and advisory services to institutional and other qualified investors around the globe.

About Barings
Barings is a $280+billion* global asset management firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients. We build lasting partnerships that leverage our distinctive expertise across traditional and alternative asset classes to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service. A member of the MassMutual Financial Group, Barings maintains a strong global presence with over 600 investment professionals and offices in 17 countries. Learn more, at www.barings.com.

*As of March 31, 2017.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Brenna Sussman
Nordstrom, Inc.
(206) 303-2316
Brenna.Sussman@nordstrom.com

Ben Green
Barings LLC
(310) 234-2525
Ben.Green@barings.com

SOURCE: Nordstrom, Inc.

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Toys”R”Us® announces exclusive lineup of toys for Comic Convention in San Diego, CA

WAYNE, N.J., 2017-Jul-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys”R”Us® today (July 6, 2017) announced its exclusive lineup of must-have playthings to help celebrate one of the world’s largest pop culture shows, Comic Convention in San Diego, CA. Conventioneers and online shoppers can visit Toys”R”Us at the Entertainment Earth booth (#2343) from Wednesday, July 19 to Sunday, July 23 or Toysrus.com/ComicConvention from Thursday, July 20 to Sunday, July 23 to shop the hottest items from the world’s biggest entertainment brands, including Spider-Man, WWE®, TRANSFORMERS and Power Rangers.

To help prepare for this year’s show, collectors can now view the full roster of action figures, dolls and more at the official Toys”R”Us blog, No Assembly Required.

All Comic Convention merchandise is available while supplies last, so fans are encouraged to make purchases early.

Media Relations:

1 (973) 617-5900
Press@toysrus.com

Source:  Toys“R”Us, Inc.

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Raley’s opens new store at Rancho Cordova, California

Raley’s opens new store at Rancho Cordova, California

New location fills the need for fresh food offerings in the community

Fair Oaks, CA, 2017-Jun-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Raley’s advances their strategic growth plan with a new ground-up store opening today at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Douglas Road in Rancho Cordova, California. The 40,000-square-foot store offers fresh, high quality and healthy products in a format tailored to complement the local community. It marks the second new store Raley’s has opened in 2017 and provides residents with a much-needed full-service grocery store in a previously underserved area.

The Rancho Cordova store will offer fresh grocery items, an extensive selection of grab-and-go prepared foods, and a full-service deli, sushi and bakery department. This new store extends Raley’s vision to infuse life with health and happiness, and offers an extensive variety of natural and organic products, including an expanded probiotics section and more than 200 organic product items. Customers can expect high-quality products at affordable prices.

“We developed this store for customers who seek healthy food at affordable prices and an easy shopping experience,” said Keith Knopf, Raley’s President & Chief Operating Officer. “From freshly prepared food, to the inviting seating area, we hope this new modern store is a destination for the Rancho Cordova Community.”

Raley’s eCart service will be available at the new location, allowing customers to shop online and pick-up in-store. As an extension of Raley’s commitment to world class customer service, eCart customers can specify their produce/shopping preferences, which are hand-selected by a Raley’s e-commerce personal shopper.

Raley’s is consistently investing in the sustainable elements for new locations. The new store generates 240 KW of solar energy, reducing the impact on the grid. In addition, there are energy efficient refrigerated cases with doors to conserve energy and rooftop adiabatic condensers water/air cooled system that saves over 2 million gallons of water per year.

Raley’s has hired 115 new team members to serve the community, with over 50 percent of them living in the Rancho Cordova community. The grand opening celebration was held today in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Donahue Schriber, Moorfield Construction and Stafford King Wiese Architects.

“When Donahue Schriber began development on Sunridge Plaza, we were overwhelmed by the amount of support received from the City of Rancho Cordova and the community as a whole,” said Heather Beal, Senior Vice President of Leasing. “Our company remains committed to delivering the best grocery-anchored shopping center experience for our customers. We are consistently impressed with the quality and value that Raley’s and its family of stores has become known for and are excited to be celebrating its grand opening.”

The three-day weekend grand opening celebration will be held July 7-9 at 4030 Sunrise Blvd., Rancho Cordova, CA 95742. This free event will feature giveaways, food tastings, a shopping spree for three lucky winners and more!

For details on all upcoming events and activities follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

SOURCE: Raley’s Family of Fine Stores

For information about our stores, please contact Chelsea Minor, Director of PR and Public Affairs at CMinor1@raleys.com.

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DICK’S Sporting Goods announces new stores in Milpitas, California and Oak Ridge, Tennessee

The retailer will celebrate with two grand opening celebrations

PITTSBURGH, 2017-Jun-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening two new stores. Grand opening events will be held for stores in the following cities:

Milpitas, CA – June 16-18: The Great Mall of the Bay Area, 1200 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035

Oak Ridge, TN – June 30 – July 2: Main Street, 369 S. Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge, TN 37830

“We’re excited to expand our presence in Milpitas, California and Oak Ridge, Tennessee in the coming weeks,” said Lauren Hobart, President, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “The love for sports and the outdoors in these markets provide us with a great opportunity to serve residents in a way only we can. The new stores will carry a wide range of apparel, equipment and accessories and offer top-of-the-line in-store services tailored to the needs of each community.”

With the grand opening of these new stores, DICK’S will have 704 DICK’S locations in the country.

DICK’S will bring approximately 130 total jobs to these two communities through the hiring of full-time, part-time and temporary associates for these stores.

For each grand opening weekend, customers will receive the chance to win great prizes and meet several special guests such as San Jose ice hockey forward Patrick Marleau** in Milpitas, CA and former Tennessee defensive tight end and current professional football player in PhiladelphiaDerek Barnett** in Oak Ridge, TN.

Visit dicks.com/Milpitas and dicks.com/OakRidge for full details on the Grand Opening celebration, including giveaways, promotions, special guests and brand activations.

**WRISTBAND REQUIRED!  Wristbands are distributed on a first-come, first served basis beginning at store open on the day of event only. Limited Quantity. Limit one wristband per person.  Must be present to receive wristband.  Must have a wristband and must be in the Special Appearance line prior to the start of the appearance to receive an autograph.  Times and appearances are subject to change without notice. See store for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of April 29, 2017, the Company operated more than 690 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations across the United States, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops dedicated to Team Sports, Athletic Apparel, Golf, Lodge/Outdoor, Fitness and Footwear. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field & Stream specialty stores, as well as DICK’S Team Sports HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering free league management services, mobile apps for scheduling, communications and live scorekeeping, custom uniforms and FanWear and access to donations and sponsorships. DICK’S offers its products through a content-rich eCommerce platform that is integrated with its store network and provides customers with the convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront.  For more information, visit the Press Room or Investor Relations pages atdicks.com.

CONTACTS:   

DICK’S Sporting Goods
724-273-5552
press@dcsg.com

Source: DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

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Amazon further expands in California with plans to open its first fulfillment center in Fresno

Amazon will continue its growth in California’s Central Valley and create 1,500 new full-time jobs in Fresno

SEATTLE, 2017-Jun-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Jun. 2, 2017) announced plans to open its first fulfillment center in Fresno. This will be Amazon’s fifth fulfillment center in California’s Central Valley, with three operating fulfillment centers located in Tracy and Patterson, and a fourth facility under construction in Sacramento.

Other Amazon California customer fulfillment facilities are located in San Bernardino, Redlands, Moreno Valley, Rialto, Eastvale and Newark. Additionally, there are more than 460,000 authors, sellers, and developers in California growing their businesses and reaching new customers via Amazon products and services.

“We are very excited to expand our network into Fresno and throughout the San Joaquin Valley as a region,” said Akash Chauhan, Amazon’s Vice President of North American Operations. “There are several factors we consider when deciding on where to place a new fulfillment center. Most importantly, we look to see where we can improve Prime benefits with faster shipping speeds for customers and where there is a dedicated workforce that can raise the bar of our operational excellence. We know we’ll find talent in abundance in Fresno to join the Amazonteam.”

Amazon employees at the 855,000-square-foot fulfillment center will specialize in handling smaller-sized items such as books, electronic devices and children’s toys.

Mayor Lee Brand of Fresno said, “On behalf of the people of the City of Fresno, it is my pleasure to welcome Amazon to our wonderful city. We look forward to their fulfillment team joining our rapidly growing business community and building on the positive momentum that is energizing our economy. Amazon will not only provide quality jobs, they’ll also bring a tradition of volunteering and partnering with local small businesses that are vital to our overall success. We are thankful for the job opportunities Amazon will offer to our residents and we will embrace Amazon and make them part of the fabric of our great city.”

“In just five years, Amazon has become one of the fastest-growing and largest employers in the Central Valley, providing thousands of Californians with good-paying jobs,” said Panorea Avdis, Director of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz). “Whether it’s the California Competes Tax Credit program, site selection or permitting assistance, GO-Biz partners with companies to help them expand and grow their operations. Thanks in part to a partnership with the state, Amazon continues to be a strong driver of job creation and positive economic impact, and we are thrilled to see them expand into Fresno and the lower Central Valley.”

Full-time employees at Amazon receive competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401(k) and company stock awards starting on day one. Amazon also offers regular full-time employees maternity and parental leave benefits and access to innovative programs like Career Choice, where it will pre-pay up to 95 percent of tuition for courses related to in-demand fields, regardless of whether the skills are relevant to a career at Amazon. Since the program’s launch, more than 9,000 employees are pursuing degrees in game design and visual communications, nursing, IT programming and radiology, to name a few.

To learn more about working at an Amazon fulfillment center, visit www.AmazonDelivers.Jobs.

The project is being developed by Dermody Properties and Seefried Industrial Properties.

About Amazon

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and Alexa are some of the products and services pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit www.amazon.com/about and follow @AmazonNews.

Media Hotline:
Amazon-pr@amazon.com
www.amazon.com/pr

Source: Amazon.com, Inc.

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DICK’S Sporting Goods announces the opening five new stores in California and Florida

The retailer will celebrate with five grand opening celebrations this month

PITTSBURGH, 2017-Jun-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, has announced the opening five new stores. Grand opening events will be held for stores in the following cities:

Torrance, CA – June 2-4:

Del Amo Fashion Center, 21800 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503

Miami, FL – June 16-18:

Dadeland Station, 8364 S. Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33143

The Shops at Midtown Miami, 3401 N. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33137

Aventura, FL – June 16-18:

18499 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura, FL 33160

Sunrise, FL – June 16-18

Sawgrass Mills Mall, 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33323

“At DICK’S, we believe that sports make people better,” said Lauren Hobart, President, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “Opening new stores in these communities allow us to better-serve our customers with a wide range of top-of-the-line products and services, as well as provide superior customer service from associates who are passionate about sports and the outdoors. We’re excited to become an important part of these communities.”

With the grand opening of these new stores, DICK’S will have 702 DICK’S locations in the country.

DICK’S will bring approximately 350 total jobs to these communities through the hiring of full-time, part-time and temporary associates for these five stores.

For each grand opening weekend, customers will receive the chance to win great prizes and meet several special guests such as Los Angeles running back Melvin Gordon** and former Los Angeles shortstop Bill Russell** in Torrance, CA, Miami quarterback Ryan Tannehill** and former Miami running back Frank Gore** in Miami, FL, former Miami defensive end Jason Taylor** in Aventura, FL and Miami running back Jay Ajayi** and professional weightlifter Mattie Rogers* in Sunrise, FL.

Visit dicks.com/Torrance and dicks.com/SouthFlorida for full details on the Grand Opening celebrations, including giveaways, promotions, special guests and brand activations.

*Limit one autograph per person.  Autographs will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the store on the day of event only.  Limited Quantity.  Times and appearances are subject to change without notice. See store for details.

**WRISTBAND REQUIRED!  Wristbands are distributed on a first-come, first served basis beginning at store open on the day of event only. Limited Quantity. Limit one wristband per person.  Must be present to receive wristband.  Must have a wristband and must be in the Special Appearance line prior to the start of the appearance to receive an autograph.  Times and appearances are subject to change without notice. See store for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of April 29, 2017, the Company operated more than 690 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations across the United States, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops dedicated to Team Sports, Athletic Apparel, Golf, Lodge/Outdoor, Fitness and Footwear. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field & Stream specialty stores, as well as DICK’S Team Sports HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering free league management services, mobile apps for scheduling, communications and live scorekeeping, custom uniforms and FanWear and access to donations and sponsorships. DICK’S offers its products through a content-rich eCommerce platform that is integrated with its store network and provides customers with the convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront.  For more information, visit the Press Room or Investor Relations pages at dicks.com.

CONTACT:     
DICK’S Sporting Goods
724-273-5552
press@dcsg.com

Source: DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

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7th annual RetailNext Executive Forum, Insight : Ignite, May 31-June 2 at the Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, CA

7th annual RetailNext Executive Forum, Insight : Ignite, May 31-June 2 at the Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, CA

 

Smart Store Retail IoT Market Leader Promotes Catalysts for Retail Industry Thought Leadership and Change

SAN JOSE, Calif., 2017-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (May 30, 2017), RetailNext Inc., the worldwide leader in retail IoT and smart store analytics for optimizing shopper experience, announced its seventh annual RetailNext Executive Forum, Insight : Ignite, May 31 through June 2 at the Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, Calif. The annual conference features content and programming facilitated by RetailNext clients, acclaimed retail industry experts and a full roster of strategic partners representing a 360-degree view of today’s complex omnichannel retail enterprises.

“RetailNext is excited and proud to again host retail thought leaders across a variety of disciplines at its annual Executive Forum,” said Bridget Johns, head of marketing and customer experience at RetailNext. “Shoppers continue to dictate change to the retail industry, and the Executive Forum allows a dynamic, multi-directional exchange of ideas between RetailNext’s customers, partners and its employees to inspire and empower retailers to deliver the shopping experiences necessary to meet the values and the ever-rising needs of their customers.”

With over 200 retail professionals from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Japan, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Singapore and Australia in attendance, the RetailNext Executive Forum directly addresses the challenging retail environment and focuses on innovations to better understand shopping behaviors, optimize shopping experiences and engage shoppers in more personalized manners. The Executive Forum and its associated events offer rich agendas featuring keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, workshops and networking opportunities.

In addition to keynote presentations by Leslie Ghize, executive vice president of TOBE and senior vice president of The Doneger Group, and Julie Bernard, chief marketing officer of Verve Mobile, and a distinguished roster of customer guest speakers, key members of the RetailNext Ecosystem Partner Program, including Oak Labs, FoyerLive, WorkForce Software, Shift Messenger, ThinkTime, Inkling and by REVEAL will be attending as part of the Solution Showcase, an interactive environment highlighting the growing ecosystem of partners utilizing RetailNext’ SaaS platform to deliver powerful new solutions for retailers.

“Since its inception in 2007, RetailNext has worked with leading retailers, manufacturers and malls to better understand shoppers and their shopping journeys and behaviors,” added Johns. “At the Executive Forum, stakeholders from all over the world of retail will delve into the industry’s immense challenges and opportunities, and emerge with new ideas and strategies driving success in retail’s most complex and competitive era.”

About RetailNext

The first retail vertical IoT platform to bring e-commerce style shopper analytics to brick-and-mortar stores, brands and malls, RetailNext is a pioneer in focusing entirely on optimizing the shopper experience. Through its centralized SaaS platform, RetailNext automatically collects and analyzes shopper behavior data, providing retailers with insight to improve the shopper experience real time.

More than 350 retailers in over 70 countries have adopted RetailNext’s analytics software and retail expertise to better understand the shopper journey in order to increase same-store sales, reduce theft and eliminate unnecessary costs. RetailNext is headquartered in San Jose, Calif. Learn more at www.retailnext.net.

Follow the #inspiringretail, #smartstore and #RNEF17 conversations on Twitter @RetailNext.

Media Contacts:

Ray Hartjen
RetailNext, Inc.
(925) 895-5441
ray.hartjen@retailnext.net

Source: RetailNext Inc.

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Save Mart opens new store in Los Banos, CA

Grocer made a significant investment in Los Banos community

Los Banos, 2017-May-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — After months of construction, company officials and community leaders celebrated the grand opening of the new Save Mart store at 1400 Mercey Springs Road in Los Banos Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This is the seventh store under the Save Mart banner to incorporate the brand’s fresh, updated look and the new features geared toward convenience and service.

“We’ve enjoyed being part of this community since 1987. What a great way to celebrate three decades here … by opening a brand new store,” said Store Manager George Bettencourt, who leads a team of 101 employees. 33 positions were created as a result of the bigger store, which is 52,000 square feet. The old location closed Sunday with all workers transferring to the new location across the street on Monday morning.

Among the new offerings of the Los Banos store:

  • Burrito/taco/nacho bar with tortillas made fresh in the store
  • A “Valley Fresco” area with vegetable/fruit-infused water, fresh juice bar, smoothies, fresh-cut produce, fresh salsa & guacamole
  • Specialty sandwiches
  • Salad and soup bar
  • In-store grill for hassle-free barbecues – Shoppers pick what’s for lunch or dinner and we’ll grill it for you!
  • Bigger produce department with expanded organic selection
  • Larger floral department
  • Expanded selection of natural, organic & bulk foods
  • Café seating with Wifi
  • Self-checkout lanes
  • Pharmacy

To reinforce Save Mart’s commitment to the community, Pacheco and Los Banos High each received a $500 donation. And the Sportsman’s Club and Golden Agers, both long-time Save Mart shoppers, each received a $500 gift card. All year long, the store donates up to 3% of its profits to nearly 100 local schools and charities through its Shares powered by eScrip program. Shoppers who sign up for it can designate which non-profits will receive monthly donations.

Based in the heart of the Central Valley, The Save Mart Companies is committed to sourcing a wide variety of local products ensuring that ‘fresh comes first’ for neighborhoods throughout California and Northern Nevada. The company employs nearly 16,000 team members and operates 207 traditional and price impact stores under the banners of Save Mart, Lucky, FoodMaxx, S-Mart Foods, and MaxxValue Foods. In addition to its retail operation, the company also operates Smart Refrigerated Transport and is a voting partner in Super Store Industries (SSI), which owns and operates a distribution center in Lathrop, Mid Valley Dairy in Fairfield and Sunnyside Farms ice cream plant in Turlock. For more information on the company visit: www.SaveMart.com.

Contact:
Nannette Miranda
925-833-6136.

Source: Save Mart Supermarket

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Soylent, Los Angeles, CA voluntarily recalls 890 boxes of Soylent 1.8 Powder

Los Angeles, CA, 2017-Apr-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Soylent, Los Angeles, CA is voluntarily recalling 890 boxes of Soylent 1.8 Powder, because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

It has recently come to our attention that a small amount of whey powder may have been incorporated into one production lot of Soylent 1.8 powder during manufacturing at our third party facility. As a precautionary measure we have halted shipments of Soylent 1.8 powder (SKU: 1WK-V108) with Lot #: G7076PA, Expiration / Best Buy date: 02/2018. The lot information (G7076PA) is printed on the front of the pouch. We are advising our customers to immediately discard any remaining Soylent 1.8 powder in their possession from the lot referenced above.

Our shipping records indicate that we have shipped 890 boxes (containing 7 x 15oz pouches) of this lot to 610 customers. We have started shipping newer lots to customers and do not anticipate an interruption in supply at this time.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue, and this will not impact future shipments of Powder 1.8.

This voluntary recall is immediately being initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was handled adjacent to the production lines for Soylent 1.8 powder. Subsequent investigation indicated that the potential cross-contact was caused by a temporary breakdown in our 3rd party manufacturer’s production and packaging processes.

As a customer who has purchased this lot (Lot #: G7076PA, Expiration / Best Buy date: 02/2018) of Soylent 1.8 powder, we are offering a full refund or replacement. You may request a refund/replacement at info@soylent.com.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. As you know, transparency is one of our core values and your health and well-being is our number one priority. If you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to contact us at info@soylent.com.

We thank you for your understanding and support.

Consumers Contact:

info@soylent.com

Source: FDA

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DICK’S Sporting Goods opens new store at Encinitas Ranch in Encinitas, CA on Friday, April 7

The retailer will celebrate the opening of its 50th store in California

PITTSBURGH, 2017-Mar-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will celebrate the opening of a new DICK’S Sporting Goods on Friday, April 7 at Encinitas Ranch in Encinitas, CA.

This will be the retailer’s 687th DICK’S store in the nation and 50th in the state of California.

“At DICK’S, we believe that sports make people better,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “Opening our newest store in Encinitas allows us to better-serve our customers with a wide range of top-of-the-line products and services and provide superior customer service from associates who are passionate about sports and the outdoors. We’re excited to become a more important part of the community.”

The new location is the eighth former Sports Authority location that that Company has converted and reopened as a DICK’S Sporting Goods this year. This store will feature athletic and outdoor apparel and the latest gear for athletes of all ages in the Encinitas community. It will also include a new and improved footwear section designed to offer a broad selection of sports performance and casual footwear.

DICK’S has brought approximately 75 jobs to the community through the hiring of full-time, part-time and temporary associates for the store.

The store will host their grand opening celebrations from Friday, April 7 through Sunday, April 9. Customers will receive the chance to win great prizes throughout the weekend and kids ages 6 to 15 will have the chance to sharpen their skills and participate in the DICK’S Baseball and Softball Training Camp**.

Visit dicks.com/Encinitas for full details on the Grand Opening celebration, including giveaways, promotions, special guests and brand activations.

**Some exclusions and limitation apply. See DICKSTRAININGCAMP.com for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of January 28, 2017, the Company operated more than 675 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field & Stream specialty stores, as well as DICK’S Team Sports HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering free league management services, mobile apps for communications and live scorekeeping, custom uniforms and FanWear and access to donations and sponsorships. For more information, visit the Press Room or Investor Relations pages at dicks.com.

Contact:

DICK’S Sporting Goods
press@dcsg.com
724-273-5552

Source:  DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

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DICK’S Sporting Goods to open three new stores in Florida, Arizona and California

The retailer will celebrate the opening of new locations in Florida, Arizona and California during events that will run March 24 through March 26

PITTSBURGH, 2017-Mar-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, will be opening three new stores in Florida, Arizona and California. Grand Opening celebrations for new stores in Jensen Beach, FL, Phoenix, AZ and Fresno, CA will occur March 24 through March 26.

The new stores will bring the retailer’s total to 685 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations in the country. The Jensen Beach location will be the 37th DICK’S in Florida and first for the Jensen Beach community, while the store opening in the North Scottsdale area of Phoenix will be the ninth store in Arizona and the Fresno store will be the 49th in California.

“Connecting to our customers and being part of the communities where they live, work and play is extremely important to us,” said Lauren Hobart, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We’re excited for the opening of our new stores in Jensen Beach, Phoenix and Fresno and look forward to expanding our exclusive offering of products and in-store services to these markets that have a rich history of great sports and outdoor traditions.”

DICK’S has brought more than 250 total jobs to these communities through the hiring of full-time, part-time and temporary associates for the three stores.

Throughout the Grand Opening weekend, customers will receive the chance to win great prizes and meet special guests such as Arizona Safety Tyrann Mathieu** in Phoenix and Running Back Latavius Murray** in Fresno. In Jensen Beach, customers can receive expert bass-fishing tips from a professional angler at the 4,000-gallon Field & Stream bass tank.

Visit dicks.com/JensenBeach, dicks.com/NorthScottsdale or dicks.com/Fresno for full details on the Grand Opening celebration, including giveaways, promotions, special guests and brand activations.

**WRISTBAND REQUIRED!  Wristbands are distributed on a first-come, first served basis beginning at store open on the day of event only. Limited Quantity. Limit one wristband per person.  Must be present to receive wristband.  Must have a wristband and must be in the Special Appearance line prior to the start of the appearance to receive an autograph.  Times and appearances are subject to change without notice. See store for details.

About DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc.

Founded in 1948, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of January 28, 2017, the Company operated more than 675 DICK’S Sporting Goods locations, serving and inspiring athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to achieve their personal best through a blend of dedicated associates, in-store services and unique specialty shop-in-shops.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, DICK’S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field & Stream specialty stores, as well as DICK’S Team Sports HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering free league management services, mobile apps for communications and live scorekeeping, custom uniforms and FanWear and access to donations and sponsorships. For more information, visit the Press Room or Investor Relations pages at dicks.com.

Contact:

DICK’S Sporting Goods
press@dcsg.com

Source: DICK’S Sporting Goods

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CarMax celebrates grand opening of its new location in Murrieta, California

Company announces $40,000 in contributions to four local organizations

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2017-Feb-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, today (February 16, 2017)  celebrated the grand opening of its Murrieta store, the company’s largest multi-purpose location on the West Coast. CarMax Murrieta will serve as a reconditioning hub that will feed inventory to several of the company’s stores in southern California. The location will also house CarMax’s first, and largest, four-lane auction facility on the West Coast. In addition to production and auctions services, the 35-acre property has a separate building for selling used cars to the general public with the stress free, no-haggle buying experience CarMax is known for. The facility is located at 25560 Madison Avenue and has the capacity to stock up to 400 vehicles at a given time. The opening of this new location has brought more than 250 jobs to Murrieta.

“The CarMax Auctions business is continuing to grow and we have been holding two auctions per week at some of our CarMax locations in the Los Angeles region in order to keep up with demand,” said Carlos Raygoza, auction services location general manager of CarMax Murrieta. “The new four-lane auction facility in Murrieta will greatly support our continued growth, as we look forward to serving as many as 500 local dealers attending the auction on a weekly basis.”

The Murrieta location is one of two new stores that opened this month in the Los Angeles area. CarMax also opened a store in Palmdale. Together, the Murrieta and Palmdale stores have brought more than 300 jobs to the Los Angeles region.

In celebration of the Murrieta store opening, CarMax donated $5,000 to Michelle’s Place, a local nonprofit organization that supports women and their families with cancer care. CarMax associates recently volunteered with Michelle’s Place and nominated the organization to receive the donation.

CarMax also announced today that The CarMax Foundation will be providing a $10,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Club in Murrieta to support 100 local underserved youth. CarMax is also awarding a $10,000 grant to the Special Olympics Southern California to help fund sports equipment, coaching materials and transportation of youth athletes. CarMax associates nominated the Boys & Girls Club in Murrieta and Special Olympics Southern California to receive these grants.

“Our Murrieta associates have been so excited about the volunteer activities we’ve been doing with these wonderful organizations in the area,” said Christian Petersen, location general manager at CarMax Murrieta. “CarMax encourages associates to get involved and give back to our local communities and we are pleased to continue making a positive impact in Murrieta.”

The CarMax Foundation will also be donating an Imagination Playground valued at more than $15,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Perris through its partnership with KaBOOM! to make play more accessible to children and families. Imagination Playgrounds are innovative, loose-parts playgrounds that engage kids in creative play that is physically challenging and collaborative. The Boys & Girls Club of Perris partners with 13 local elementary schools and plans to incorporate the Imagination Playground in educational programming at each of these schools on a rotating basis.

CarMax was founded more than 20 years ago to fundamentally change the way car buying is done. CarMax customers can shop for nearly every make and model at our stores or online at carmax.com, with prices clearly listed for each of our nearly 50,000 vehicles nationwide. In addition, we stand behind our vehicles with a 5-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 30-Day Limited Warranty (60-Day in CT, MN & RI, 90-Day in MA, NY and NJ). The CarMax Foundation has granted more than $35 million on behalf of associates across the country since 2003.

About CarMax
CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and operates more than 170 stores in 39 states nationwide. CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. For more than 20 years, CarMax has made car buying more ethical, fair and stress-free by offering a no-haggle, no-hassle experience and an incredible selection of vehicles. CarMax makes selling your car easy too, by offering no-obligation appraisals good for seven days. At CarMax, we’ll buy your car even if you don’t buy ours®. CarMax has more than 23,000 associates nationwide and for 12 consecutive years has been named as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®. During the 12 months ending February 29, 2016, the company retailed 619,936 used cars and sold 394,437 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

Media Contacts:
Lindsey Duke
CarMax Public Relations
pr@carmax.com
Twitter: @CarMax
Facebook: facebook.com/CarMax

Source: CarMax

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Amazon.com, Inc. announces two new fulfillment centers in Eastvale and Redlands, California; will create more than 2,000 new jobs

New facilities will bring Amazon’s Southern California regional presence to ten facilities

SEATTLE, 2017-Feb-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today (Feb. 9, 2017) announced two new fulfillment centers in Eastvale and Redlands, California, which will create more than 2,000 new full-time associate roles when opened. Across the state, more than 15,000 full-time Amazon associates currently pick, pack and ship customer orders at the company’s nine existing Golden State fulfillment centers. A fulfillment center in Sacramento is currently under construction and is expected to open in 2017.

“2017 marks the five-year-anniversary of Amazon beginning to operate fulfillment centers in California,” said Akash Chauhan, Amazon’s vice president of North America Operations. “Within that time span, we’ve launched Career Choice, a program hundreds of Amazonian Californians have participated in to go back to school; we’ve supported the growth of hundreds of thousands of California businesses, authors, and developers that reach customers through Amazon.com, and we’ve continued to increase speed of delivery to customers throughout the state.”

At the one-million-square foot facility in Eastvale, developed by Goodman Group, associates will handle smaller sized customer items, such as books, electronics and toys. At the Redlands facility, which is over 750,000 square feet and developed by Prologis, associates will pick, pack and ship larger customer items, such as sports equipment, patio furniture and pet food.

“Amazon’s expansion in the IE over the last several years has been remarkable. Redlands, as well as the region and the state as a whole, have all benefited from the economic growth Amazon has generated here,” said Redlands Mayor Paul Foster. “Today’s announcement of 1,000 new jobs in Redlands is in addition to the hundreds of full-time Amazon employees already working in our city. We are thrilled Amazon has found such a strong workforce here in Redlands, in San Bernardino County, and in the IE, and we look forward to our ongoing, collective success.”

“Amazon has helped revitalize the Inland Empire and we are excited to see its growth in Eastvale,” said Eastvale Mayor Joseph Tessari. “Not only are the current and future employment opportunities exciting for Eastvale residents, but I’m also eager to see Amazon employees participate in the company’s Career Choice program in which they can go back to school. Here in Eastvale, we are committed to long-term prosperity both for our city and for everyone, and Amazon will be a fantastic partner in that mission.”

Full-time employees at Amazon receive competitive hourly wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401(k) and company stock awards starting on day one. Amazon also offers regular full-time employees maternity and parental leave benefits and access to innovative programs like Career Choice, where it will pre-pay up to 95 percent of tuition for courses related to in-demand fields, regardless of whether the skills are relevant to a career at Amazon. Since the program’s launch, over 9,000 employees have pursued degrees in game design and visual communications, nursing, IT programming and radiology, to name a few.

To learn more about working at an Amazon fulfillment center, visit www.amazondelivers.jobs/.

About Amazon

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and Alexa are some of the products and services pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit www.amazon.com/about.

Media Hotline:

206-266-7180
Amazon-pr@amazon.com
www.amazon.com/pr

Source: Amazon.com, Inc.

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Whole Foods Market signs leases for new 365 by Whole Foods Market™ stores in Brooklyn, New York, and Oakland, California

AUSTIN, Texas, 2017-Feb-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market announced that it has signed leases for new 365 by Whole Foods Market™ stores in Brooklyn, New York, and Oakland, California.

The Brooklyn store, located in the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District, is the first 365 by Whole Foods Market store planned for New York. The company has previously announced six locations in California, including its first store, which opened in May 2016 in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. This store will be located in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood.

The grocer also announced today that its Cedar Park, Texas, store will open on April 26. Two Austin-area companies, Easy Tiger and JuiceLand, will be featured in the store through the grocer’s Friends of 365 program. Easy Tiger will serve their full menu, including beer, wine, coffee and baked goods. JuiceLand will serve light snacks, juices and smoothies.

“We’re excited to bring the 365 experience to Cedar Park in our hometown community of Greater Austin,” said Jeff Turnas, president of 365 by Whole Foods Market. “We have some great Friends for this location, who will bring shoppers incredible local products that Austinites know and love.”

The first three 365 by Whole Foods Market stores—Silver Lake, Bellevue and Lake Oswego— opened in 2016.

365 by Whole Foods Market stores provide a streamlined, quality-meets-value shopping experience. The stores feature a curated mix of products that adhere to the Whole Foods Market’s industry-leading standards in a shopping environment that’s enjoyable and convenient.

More details will be announced closer to the stores’ grand openings. For the latest updates, visit www.365bywfm.com.

Contact:
Darrah Gist
darrah.gist@wholefoods.com
678.638.5888

Lauren Bernath
lauren.bernath@wholefoods.com
678.638.5805

Source: Whole Foods Market

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Save Mart opens new store in Oakdale, California

Grocer made a significant investment in Oakdale community

Oakdale, 2017-Feb-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Company officials and community leaders marked a new beginning for the Save Mart store in Oakdale Friday with a grand reopening celebration filled with fanfare. Mayor Pat Paul, City Councilors and members of Economic Development Committee attended the ribbon-cutting event, the culmination of a months-long transformation that modernized and expanded the store.

“The interior looks amazing. You’ll want to shop here all day! The store is 5,000 square feet bigger and offers more products and services that families today want,” said Store Manager Tony Angoletta. “It’s essentially a brand new store.”

This is the third store under the Save Mart banner to incorporate the brand’s fresh, updated look and the new features geared toward convenience and service, including:

  • Burrito/taco/nacho bar with tortillas made fresh in the store
  • A “Valley Fresco” area offering vegetable/fruit-infused water, fresh juice bar, fresh cut produce, fresh salsa & guacamole and smoothies
  • Specialty sandwiches
  • Salad bar
  • New meat & seafood counter
  • In-store grill for hassle-free barbecues – Shoppers pick what’s for lunch or dinner and we’ll grill it for you! (first Save Mart store to have one)
  • Expanded selection of natural, organic & bulk foods
  • Full service floral department
  • Spirits area can accommodate wine/beer tasting events
  • Café seating with Wifi
  • Self-checkout lanes

To reinforce Save Mart’s commitment to the community, Oakdale High School and The School Farm each received a $500 donation to commemorate the store’s grand re-opening. The school’s marching band, choir and cheerleaders performed at the event as a “thank you” to Save Mart. Interestingly, the cheerleaders’ coach performed as a cheerleader the last time the store held a grand opening.

The Foothill Oaks Shopping Center, where this Save Mart store is located, has also been renovated, giving Oakdale residents a premiere shopping destination.

Media Contact:
Public Affairs
Regular Hours: (925) 833-6136
After Hours: (800) 287-6583

Source:  Save Mart Supermarket

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Nordstrom Rack at FIGat7th in Downtown Los Angeles, California opens in fall 2017

SEATTLE, 2017-Feb-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today (Feb. 1, 2017) plans to open a Nordstrom Rack at FIGat7th in Downtown Los Angeles, California. The approximately 27,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in fall 2017. FIGat7th is owned and operated by Brookfield Property Partners L.P.

The new Nordstrom Rack will join Target, H&M, Victoria’s Secret, MAC, an award-winning food hall and more. The center is located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles at 7th & Figueroa Street.

“We’ve long been on the lookout for the right location to bring Nordstrom Rack to Downtown Los Angeles, and we couldn’t be more excited to join FIGat7th,” said Karen McKibbin, president of Nordstrom Rack. “We feel this new location will provide better convenience for our customers who live and work downtown.”

This will be the 12th Nordstrom Rack store in the Los Angeles area. The company also operates eight full line stores in the area and has been serving customers in the state since it first opened at South Coast Plaza in 1978.

“Nordstrom Rack is the ideal addition to FIGat7th’s premier tenant mix,” said Bert Dezzutti, executive vice president of the western region for Brookfield. “Their on-trend merchandise appeals to our entire customer base, solidifies FIGat7th as the one-stop shopping destination for downtown, and will encourage even more cross-shopping throughout the center.”

Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., offering customers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and shoes at an everyday savings of 30-70 percent off regular prices. Nordstrom Rack merchandise, available at Rack stores and at Nordstromrack.com, comes from Nordstrom stores, Nordstrom.com as well as specialty purchased items from many of the top brands available at Nordstrom. The Rack is designed to provide the ultimate treasure hunt to style-savvy customers.

FIGat7th is Downtown LA’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. An open-air shopping and dining mecca, FIGat7th is home to H&M and Zara flagship stores, Bath & Body Works, Target, and more, as well as a first-class collection of unique eateries that delight fashionistas and foodies alike. And with free concerts, movies, and events all year long paired with plentiful, inexpensive parking, FIGat7th is the best place to begin when exploring Downtown LA.

About Nordstrom

Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 349 stores in 40 states, including 123 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 215 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and two clearance stores. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its seven clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Jessica Canfield
Nordstrom, Inc.
(206) 303-4250
Jessica.Canfield@nordstrom.com

Darren Gold
The Rose Group
c/o Brookfield
(310) 418-2188
Darren@therosegrp.com

SOURCE: Nordstrom, Inc.

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Tractor Supply Company announces the opening of its 1,600th store located in Brentwood, CA

Milestone Highlights the Company’s Continued Execution of Long-Term Growth Strategy

BRENTWOOD, TN, 2017-Jan-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, today (1/26/2017) announced the opening of its 1,600th store in Brentwood, CA. The new store is located at 8800 Brentwood Boulevard and will hold its grand opening on Saturday, February 4th beginning at 8:00 a.m.

“We are extremely proud to be opening our 1,600th store in Brentwood, CA and to have reached another significant milestone, as we continue to deliver on our long-term growth strategy and strategic expansion across the country, including the Western region,” said Greg Sandfort, Chief Executive Officer of Tractor Supply Company. “We have seen strong regional performance in the west and look forward to building long-lasting relationships with new customers, as we continue to expand our store base and bring Tractor Supply closer to more customers who live the rural lifestyle.”

In celebration of the Company’s 1,600th store opening, the Brentwood, CA Tractor Supply store will be hosting several grand opening events. Celebrations include participation from a variety of community groups including local 4-H and FFA chapters, produce farmers and community garden organizations, pet and animal rescues and more. Each group will have its own dedicated booth and will provide activities ranging from interactive Q&A’s, local produce tastings, and animal exhibits. An authentic chuckwagon will also be on hand preparing food and beverages for event attendees to enjoy.

Tractor Supply was founded 79 years ago and has become the leading retailer serving the rural lifestyle. The Company has 24,000 team members and retail stores in every state, with the exception of Alaska. Tractor Supply opened a total of 113 new stores in 2016 and expects to continue its strategic expansion plans with mid-single digit store growth in 2017.

“We continue to be encouraged by the strong comparable sales we have seen from new store openings, which gives us great confidence as we continue to grow our footprint, enhance our merchandise product offering, and meet the evolving needs of our customers,” added Sandfort. “We are thrilled to open the doors of our Brentwood, CA store and look forward to serving this great community, as we get one step closer to our goal of opening 2,500 domestic Tractor Supply locations.”

For more information on Tractor Supply Company, or to shop their products online, please visit www.tractorsupply.com.

About Tractor Supply Company
At December 31, 2016, Tractor Supply Company operated 1,595 stores in 49 states. The Company’s stores are focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Stores are located primarily in towns outlying major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The Company offers the following comprehensive selection of merchandise: (1) equine, livestock, pet and small animal products, including items necessary for their health, care, growth and containment; (2) hardware, truck, towing and tool products; (3) seasonal products, including heating, lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts and toys; (4) work/recreational clothing and footwear; and (5) maintenance products for agricultural and rural use.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release are not historical facts and are forward looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as “believes”, “expects”, “future” or other comparable terminology. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about expected growth, including the Company’s plans with respect to new store growth and the timing thereof, and sales. Because such forward looking statements contain risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the ability to manage and identify suitable locations and the ability to open new stores in the manner and number currently contemplated as well as our failure to achieve expected sales and operating results from new stores. All of the forward looking statements are also qualified by the cautionary statements contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements, or to make any other forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contact:
Anthony F. Crudele, Chief Financial Officer
Christine Skold, Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
(615) 440-4000

Media:
Alecia Pulman/Brittany Rae Fraser
ICR
(203) 682-8200

Source: Tractor Supply Company

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Nordstrom announces plans to close its MainPlace Mall store in Santa Ana, California

SANTA ANA, Calif., 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nordstrom today (Jan. 12, 2017) announced plans to close its MainPlace Mall store in Santa Ana, California. Originally opened in 1987, the store will serve customers through Friday, March 17, 2017.

“Southern California is one of our strongest markets and we’re continuing to invest in our growth there to ensure we’re offering customers a broad assortment of merchandise and a great shopping environment into the future,” said Jamie Nordstrom, president of stores for Nordstrom. “We’ve enjoyed taking care of customers at MainPlace for 29 years, but believe our other nearby locations will better serve them longer term. We’re looking forward to opening new stores at Century City and La Jolla this year, and we’re excited to unveil the most extensive remodel we have ever done at our South Coast Plaza store.”

The closure impacts about 195 non-seasonal employees. “Fortunately we have 18 nearby Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores, so we’ll have a job for anyone who wants to stay with us,” said Nordstrom. Employees who do not have a role at another store and remain until their last scheduled shift will receive a separation plan.

Nordstrom will continue to serve Orange County customers at six area Nordstrom locations: Nordstrom South Coast Plaza; Nordstrom Fashion Island; Nordstrom Irvine Spectrum Center; Nordstrom Brea Mall; Nordstrom Los Cerritos Center; Nordstrom The Shops at Mission Viejo.

Customers can also visit 12 Nordstrom Racks: Outlets at Orange; Nordstrom Rack Metro Pointe at South Coast; Nordstrom Rack Tustin Market Place; Nordstrom Rack Edinger Plaza; Nordstrom Rack Brea Union Plaza; Nordstrom Rack Laguna Hills Mall; Nordstrom Rack Marina Pacifica; Nordstrom Rack Plaza 183; Nordstrom Rack Lakewood Center; Nordstrom Rack Laguna Niguel; Nordstrom Rack Chino Spectrum Towne Center; and Nordstrom Rack West Covina Mall. The company also continues to serve customers online at Nordstrom.com with free shipping and returns.

About Nordstrom

Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 349 stores in 40 states, including 123 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 215 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and two clearance stores. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its seven clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

CONTACT:
Emily Sterken
Nordstrom, Inc.
Office: (206) 303-3034
emily.sterken@nordstrom.com

SOURCE: Nordstrom

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InvenTrust Properties Corp. acquires Campus Marketplace in San Marcos, California for approximately $73 million

InvenTrust Properties Corp. acquires Campus Marketplace in San Marcos, California for approximately $73 million

 

OAK BROOK, Ill., 2017-Jan-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — InvenTrust Properties Corp. (“InvenTrust” or “the Company”) today (01/10/2017) announced that it has acquired Campus Marketplace, a 144,000 square foot Ralphs- and CVS-anchored center located in San Marcos, California, for approximately $73 million.

“This transaction will allow us to continue to build our asset base and concentration in Southern California,” said Michael E. Podboy, Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer, Chief Investment Officer of InvenTrust. “This property provides us with additional operational economies of scale while giving us an opportunity to acquire a top grocer in one of InvenTrust’s target markets.”

Christopher Covey, Senior Vice President of Transactions, added, “Campus Marketplace is a fantastic stabilized asset that is ninety-eight percent leased. We believe this is an excellent fit for us as it has an exceptional geographic location and strong anchor tenants. This acquisition builds on our existing strategy and will be accretive to InvenTrust’s portfolio.”

Campus Marketplace is located in San Marcos, California, just thirty-five miles north of San Diego. The center has an established tenancy and features national tenants such as Ralphs, CVS, Bank of America, Starbucks, Subway, and Sport Clips.

About InvenTrust Properties Corp.

InvenTrust Properties Corp. is a pure-play retail company with a focus on acquiring open-air centers with a disciplined approach, in key growth markets with favorable demographics. This acquisition strategy, along with our innovative and collaborative property management approach, ensures the success of both our tenants and business partners and drives net operating income growth for the Company. InvenTrust became a self-managed REIT in 2014 and as of September 30, 2016, is an owner and manager of 88 retail properties, representing 15.1 million square feet of retail space, and one non-core property.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical, including statements regarding management’s intentions, beliefs, expectations, plans or predictions of the future and are typically identified by words such as “may,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “likely,” “will,” “would” and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, our ability to integrate and successfully operate acquired properties and the risks associated with such properties. For further discussion of factors that could materially affect the outcome of our forward-looking statements and our future results and financial condition, see our filings with the securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Risk Factors included in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as updated by any subsequent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, in each case as filed with the SEC. InvenTrust intends that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created by Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, except as may be required by applicable law. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable laws. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements.

Contact:
Dan Lombardo
630-570-0605
dan.lombardo@inventrustproperties.com

Source: InvenTrust Properties Corp.

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Nordstrom Rack Lakewood Center store to relocate to Long Beach Exchange in Long Beach, California

SEATTLE, 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today (Jan. 5, 2017) plans to relocate its Nordstrom Rack store from Lakewood Center to Long Beach Exchange in Long Beach, California. The approximately 28,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in spring 2018. The redeveloped property is owned by Burnham Ward Properties LLC, an affiliate of Burnham USA Equities, Inc.

Nordstrom will join fellow anchors Whole Foods 365, a variety of dining and fitness offerings, and several other undisclosed national retail tenants. The new location is just south from the current Nordstrom Rack location on Lakewood Boulevard, and will be located at one of the predominant intersections of Long Beach at the southwest corner of Lakewood Boulevard and Carson Street.

“Nordstrom Rack has been happy to be a part of the Lakewood community since we opened our doors here back in 2010,” said Geevy Thomas, president of Nordstrom Rack. “We look forward to continuing to serve customers in a convenient, updated location that we think will offer a great shopping experience.”

Today, there are 11 Nordstrom Rack stores in the Los Angeles area and eight full line locations. Nordstrom has been serving customers in the state since it first opened at South Coast Plaza in 1978.

“The Nordstrom brand is synonymous with quality, and the company deeply values its customers, employees and the communities where they are located.  We are greatly honored to be aligned with Nordstrom at Long Beach Exchange and look forward to a long, prosperous relationship,” said Stephen Thorp of Burnham Ward Properties.

Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., offering customers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and shoes at an everyday savings of 30 to 70 percent off regular prices. The Rack carries merchandise from Nordstrom stores and Nordstrom.com, as well as specially purchased items from many of the top brands sold at Nordstrom. The Rack is designed to provide the ultimate treasure hunt to style-savvy customers.

About Nordstrom
Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 349 stores in 40 states, including 123 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 215 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and two clearance stores. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its seven clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

About Long Beach Exchange
Located at the southwest corner of Lakewood Boulevard and Carson Street near Long Beach Airport with close proximity to the 405 Freeway, Long Beach Exchange will be a dynamic, experiential retail and dining destination within the Douglas Park planned development in Long Beach. Slated to open in 2018, LBX will encompass approximately 266,000 square feet of stores, shops and restaurants on more than 26 acres, including two acres of communal open space for the public to enjoy. Further, LBX will feature three distinct and complementary zones that work seamlessly together to create a singular experience for locals and visitors alike. These include McGowen’s Approach (LBX’s version of “Main Street”), The Landing (a grand-scaled 1.25 acre central plaza) and The Hangar @ LBX (a 16,800-square foot ‘hangar’ showcasing an evolving, curated collection of local purveyors of art, food, design, fashion and other unique goods and services).

About Burnham USA and Burnham-Ward Properties
Over the past quarter of a decade, Burnham USA together with its affiliates Burnham-Ward Properties (BWP) have developed or acquired millions of square footage of commercial property including retail, professional office, medical and industrial properties throughout the United States. Helmed by industry veterans the firm has created some of Southern California’s most distinctive and unique commercial projects. The firm approaches each project with an artful eye and with an emphasis on thoughtfully curating its projects. It is the partners’ belief that through property the company can provide the back-drop for people to interact, work, and experience a better life through “community” and that the firm can positively influence people’s lives while doing so in an environmentally conscious and constructive manner. The end result is accretive assets that best serve the community that are environmentally conscious and add long term value to the firm’s portfolio.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jessica Canfield
Nordstrom, Inc.
(206) 303-4250
jessica.canfield@nordstrom.com

Carrie Williams
Kitchen Table Marketing + PR
(949) 433-6735
Carrie@kitchentablepr.com

SOURCE: Nordstrom, Inc.

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CarMax announces the opening of its new store in Fremont, CA

Company announces $15,000 in contributions to two local organizations

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, celebrated the grand opening of its new store in Fremont, located at 44100 Christy Street. The Fremont store will have the capacity to stock approximately 300 used vehicles of nearly every make and model, and has brought more than 100 new jobs to the area.

The Fremont store is one of two stores to open in the Bay Area today, a store in Santa Rosa is also opened. The first CarMax in the Bay Area opened in Pleasanton in May. These stores have brought more than 200 jobs to the region this year, and positions are still being filled. Those interested in a career at CarMax should visit jobs.carmax.com for more information.

In celebration of the Fremont store opening, CarMax donated $5,000 to Abode Services. Fremont CarMax associates recently volunteered with Abode Services and selected them to receive the grant to help support their mission to provide permanent housing and supportive services programs for local adults and children who are homeless.

The CarMax Foundation is also providing a $10,000 grant to the YMCA of the East Bay. Funding from the grant will help support the YMCA’s commitment to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Support for the YMCA also came at the recommendation of the Fremont associates.

“CarMax associates love to volunteer and build strong relationships with community partners where they live and work,” said Christina Kahn, location general manager of the Fremont CarMax. “With the opening of our second and third locations in the Bay Area, we look forward to providing more customers with the easy, no-haggle experience they’ve come to expect from CarMax.”

CarMax was founded more than 20 years ago to fundamentally change the way car buying is done. CarMax customers can shop for nearly every make and model at our stores or online at carmax.com, with prices clearly listed for each of our nearly 50,000 vehicles nationwide. In addition, we stand behind our vehicles with a 5-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 30-Day Limited Warranty (60-Day in CT, MN & RI, 90-Day in MA, NY and NJ). The CarMax Foundation has granted more than $30 million on behalf of associates across the country since 2003.

About CarMax
CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and operates more than 160 stores in 39 states nationwide. CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. For more than 20 years, CarMax has made car buying more ethical, fair and stress-free by offering a no-haggle, no-hassle experience and an incredible selection of vehicles. CarMax makes selling your car easy too, by offering no-obligation appraisals good for seven days. At CarMax, we’ll buy your car even if you don’t buy ours®. CarMax has more than 22,000 associates nationwide and for 12 consecutive years has been named as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®. During the 12 months ending February 29, 2016, the company retailed 619,936 used cars and sold 394,437 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

Media Contacts:
Beth Singer
CarMax Public Relations
pr@carmax.com

Twitter: @CarMax
Facebook: facebook.com/CarMax

Source: CarMax

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CarMax announces the opening of its new store in Santa Rosa, CA

Company announces $15,000 in contributions to two local organizations

RICHMOND, Virginia, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, celebrated the grand opening of its new store in Santa Rosa, located at 2783 Corby Avenue. The CarMax Santa Rosa will have the capacity to stock approximately 300 used vehicles of nearly every make and model, and has brought more than 40 new jobs to the area.

The Santa Rosa store is one of two stores to open in the Bay Area today, a store in Fremont also opened. The first CarMax in the Bay Area opened in Pleasanton in May. These stores have brought more than 200 jobs to the region this year, and positions are still being filled. Those interested in a career at CarMax should visit jobs.carmax.com for more information.

In celebration of the Santa Rosa store opening, CarMax donated $5,000 to the Redwood Empire Food Bank in Santa Rosa. CarMax associates recently volunteered with the Food Bank, and selected them to receive the grant to help support their mission to end hunger in the community.

The CarMax Foundation is also providing a $10,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County. Funding from the grant will help expand an intramural sports program where members learn the importance of practice, teamwork, sportsmanship, encouragement of others and more. This expansion will add more sports and allow an additional 3,000 youth at 20 Clubs the opportunity to participate in this free program. Support for the Boys & Girls Club also came at the recommendation of the Santa Rosa associates.

“At CarMax, our associates care deeply about the community and it shows through their commitment to organizations like these,” said Brandon Mullins, location general manager at CarMax Santa Rosa. “We are excited to announce the opening of our newest store here in Santa Rosa and look forward to serving customers with the easy, no-haggle CarMax experience.”

CarMax was founded more than 20 years ago to fundamentally change the way car buying is done. CarMax customers can shop for nearly every make and model at our stores or online at carmax.com, with prices clearly listed for each of our nearly 50,000 vehicles nationwide. In addition, we stand behind our vehicles with a 5-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 30-Day Limited Warranty (60-Day in CT, MN & RI, 90-Day in MA, NY and NJ). The CarMax Foundation has granted more than $30 million on behalf of associates across the country since 2003.

About CarMax
CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars and operates more than 160 stores in 39 states nationwide. CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. For more than 20 years, CarMax has made car buying more ethical, fair and stress-free by offering a no-haggle, no-hassle experience and an incredible selection of vehicles. CarMax makes selling your car easy too, by offering no-obligation appraisals good for seven days. At CarMax, we’ll buy your car even if you don’t buy ours®. CarMax has more than 22,000 associates nationwide and for 12 consecutive years has been named as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®. During the 12 months ending February 29, 2016, the company retailed 619,936 used cars and sold 394,437 wholesale vehicles at its in-store auctions. For more information, access the CarMax website at www.carmax.com.

Media Contacts:
Beth Singer
CarMax Public Relations
pr@carmax.com

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Source: CarMax

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Nordstrom Rack to open at Vintage Oaks Shopping Center in Novato, California in spring 2017

SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today (Nov. 18, 2016) plans to open Nordstrom Rack at Vintage Oaks Shopping Center in Novato, California. The approximately 39,000-square-foot store is scheduled to open in spring 2017. The shopping center is owned by James Campbell Company, LLC of Hawai’i, and is leased and managed by Crosspoint Realty Services, Inc., of San Francisco.

When the new store opens, it will be the eighteenth Rack in Northern California and the first in Marin County.

“We’ve served customers in Marin County for over 30 years with our full line store at Corte Madera, and we’ve long been eager to find the right location to add a Nordstrom Rack,” said Geevy Thomas, president of Nordstrom Rack. “We’re excited to get our doors open at Vintage Oaks and bring great brands at great Rack prices to our new and existing customers here.”

Nordstrom Rack will take over the building formerly occupied by The Sports Authority, and join Costco, Target, Marshalls, Ross, DSW, Old Navy, Ann Taylor Loft, Sephora and more. Vintage Oaks is conveniently located just off of Highway 101 at the intersection of Rowland Boulevard and Vintage Way.

“We are excited this day has finally arrived,” said Kathleen Burgi-Sandell, Retail Vice President for James Campbell Company. “Nordstrom Rack has been in our sights for many years, and we are fortunate to finally have an ideal location for them in the shopping center.”

Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., offering customers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and shoes at an everyday savings of 30 to 70 percent off regular prices. The Rack carries merchandise from Nordstrom stores and Nordstrom.com, as well as specially purchased items from many of the top brands sold at Nordstrom. The Rack is designed to provide the ultimate treasure hunt to style-savvy customers.

About Nordstrom
Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 348 stores in 40 states, including 123 full-line stores in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico; 215 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and two clearance stores. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its six clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSEunder the symbol JWN.

About Vintage Oaks
Vintage Oaks is a 620,000 sf super-regional open-air center located in Novato, Marin County, California; 30 miles north of San Francisco.  It is home to over 50 stores, restaurants and services; a true one-stop shopping destination.  Rack’s new neighbors include Costco, Target, Marshalls, DSW, Sephora, Petco, and In ‘n Out Burger.  www.shopvintageoaks.com

About James Campbell Company, LLC
James Campbell Company LLC is a private, Hawai’i-based, nationally diversified real estate company with assets in Washington, D.C., and 15 states across the U.S.  The portfolio is valued at $3.0 billion and totals 19.9 million square feet of buildings, 9.9 million square feet of ground leases, and 3,052 acres of land.  In 2007, James Campbell Company succeeded the Estate of James Campbell, a 107-year-old private trust that was the legacy of one of Hawai’i’s foremost business pioneers. The Estate played a pivotal role in Hawai’i’s history, from the growth of sugar plantations to the development of the City of Kapolei in western Oahu.

About Crosspoint Realty Services, Inc.
Crosspoint Realty Services, Inc., is a leasing-driven property management company.  Operating a portfolio of 6.0M square feet of high-quality shopping center assets throughout California, the boutique company’s clients are a collection of institutional and private owners focused on long-term retail development.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jessica Canfield
Nordstrom, Inc.
(206) 303-4250
jessica.canfield@nordstrom.com

Kathy DeOchoa
Crosspoint Realty Services, Inc.
(415) 897-9999
KDeOchoa@crosspointrealty.com

SOURCE: Nordstrom, Inc.