Channel: Mass Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give sets records In one of the most exciting Meijer LPGA Classics yet, Jennifer Kupcho claimed the title of Champion and the event surpassed its increased fundraising goal to garner $1.25 million to feed families in need. BELMONT, Mich. — In one of the most exciting Meijer LPGA Classics yet, Jennifer Kupcho claimed the title of Champion and […] MMR June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 2 min read MeijerPhilanthropyDept. GroceryInternationalExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsGoogleEconomyData & InsightsBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Raises Record-Setting $1.25 Million for Food Pantries Across Midwest BELMONT, Mich., June 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — In one of the most exciting Meijer LPGA Classics yet, Jennifer Kupcho claimed the title of Champion and the event surpassed its increased fundraising goal to garner $1.25 million to feed families in need. Kupcho joins an illustrious list of… PR Newswire June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Survey: Back-to-school outlook rosy PURCHASE, N.Y.– The back-to-school season will be defined by the resilience and flexibility of the consumer, who in the face of rising prices is expected to keep spending in the months ahead, according to MasterCard SpendingPulse, a measure of retail sales across all forms of payment, not adjusted for inflation. U.S. retail sales (in-store and […] MMR June 14, 2022June 14, 2022 2 min read Holiday & EventsThick DataConsumersEconomyMeijerMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: SocialDept. FreshDept. GroceryDept. FuelDept. ApparelCOVID19Associates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer marks supercenter’s 60th anniversary GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer Inc. noted Tuesday that it was 60 years ago when Hendrik and Fred Meijer opened a store in Grand Rapids called “Thrifty Acres” that pioneered the American supercenter format. “The opening of ‘Thrifty Acres’ in June 1962, was history in the making, although I’m not sure our dad and grandfather realized […] MMR June 7, 2022June 7, 2022 3 min read MeijerDept. NonfoodDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationDept. ApparelBrick and MortarExecutivesBOPISStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryPhilanthropyDept. PharmacyVendorsMarketing: SocialOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsDept. Toys & GamesSustainabilityShoppersTrends: RetailDept. Sporting goodsDeliveryDept. AppliancesHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass All Meijer stores to source hydroponic lettuce from local grower All 262 Meijer stores will source hydroponic lettuce from Michigan grower Revolution Farms. SMP Produce May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass New Meijer supercenters anchor growing areas GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer recently opened two new supercenters in northeast Ohio. Located in Brunswick and Canton, the 155,000-square-foot stores are considered retail anchors in developing communities, the company said in announcing grand openings at both locations. Each supercenter offers consumers a state-of-the-art retail experience that features multiple ways to shop, Meijer said. “These […] MMR May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 2 min read MeijerDept. FreshBrick and MortarExecutivesStore LocationShoppersPricing & PromotionsConsumersDept. HBCDept. PerimeterPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainInclusivityHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicDept. RefrigeratedDept. PharmacyDept. PetDept. DairyDept. BabyDept. ApparelTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Meijer brings produce from Michigan hydroponic grower to all of its stores Revolution Farms is supplying several lettuce varieties under its own brand to the Midwestern retailer and also providing all the lettuce for the chain’s “Fresh from Meijer” ready-to-eat salad kits. Grocery Dive May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDept. FreshDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Newsweek Most Trusted Grocers List Dominated By Walmart Newsweek is out with a list, generated by BrandSpark International, of the “most trusted grocery stores as voted by American shoppers. BrandSpark surveyed 3200 Americans to capture their real opinions of what grocery store brands they trust the most.” The national top four: Walmart, Kroger, Aldi, and Meijer. The northeast top four: ShopRite, Walmart, Aldi, […] MorningNewsBeat May 18, 2022May 18, 2022 < 1 min read WalmartDept. GroceryKrogerAldiTrader JoesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMeijerInternationalWegmansAlbertsons / SafewayWakefernHEBShoppersPublixCostcoBrick and MortarAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer to open first St. Louis area store Meijer is planning to open its first store in the St. Louis area. The retailer has not disclosed when it expects to open the location. RetailWire May 12, 2022May 12, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerStore LocationStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Retailers roll out private labels at a fast pace JCPenney, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Meijer, The Bay and Walmart have all recently introduced new private labels as they seek to differentiate their product offerings from rivals and seek to offer consumers a means to save money at a time of high inflation. RetailWire May 10, 2022May 10, 2022 < 1 min read PackagingConsumersWalmartMeijerEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose MPG launches diverse supplier development program PRINCETON, N.J. – Market Performance Group is launching its first-ever Diverse Supplier Development Program, a newly created Accelerator program designed to provide pro-bono support for selected diverse suppliers and entrepreneurs as they prepare to engage and sell their products in digital and traditional retail channels. This event comes on the heels of a successful virtual […] MMR May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 2 min read InclusivityHealth & WellnessVendorsDept. HBCData & InsightsDept. BeverageAhold DelhaizeStrategyConsumersConsultingDeliveryDept. GroceryDept. OTCWalmartMarketing: BrandMarketing: SocialMeijerPartnershipsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer to bring Midwestern suppliers back into the spotlight Lift Local Supplier Event to focus on regional vendors in food, nonfood categories Supermarket News April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDept. GroceryVendorsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SN Top 10: Albertsons, Kroger, Meijer top the week's headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, the top story was Albertsons unveiling its “Recipe for Change” ESG platform. Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons said that the Recipe for Change plan&n Supermarket News April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 < 1 min read Albertsons / SafewayMeijerKrogerESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital More regional chains roll out SNAP online purchasing Meijer and Bashas’ both announced this week that they now accept the payment capability for delivery and pickup orders. Grocery Dive April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital More regional retailers get on board with SNAP payments for online orders Meijer supercenters in Michigan and Bashas’ in Arizona now accept benefits for delivery and pickup orders Supermarket News April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer pharmacies anticipating big Drug Take-Back Day GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacists anticipate collecting three tons of unused and potentially harmful prescriptions drugs on Saturday, April 30, during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Meijer also collects unused and expired medications year-round through their drug take-back kiosks located near each pharmacy. The retailer is encouraging customers to take advantage of the program that […] MMR April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 2 min read MeijerDept. PharmacySustainabilityStore LocationMarketing: SocialMarketing: In StoreGovernmentBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer Now Accepting SNAP Benefits for Online Orders in Michigan Retailer will roll out payment capability for Pickup and Home Delivery to additional states this month GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Meijer announced today that stores in Michigan are now accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for its… PR Newswire April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDeliveryBrick and MortarBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Your Views: Razor’s Edge Responding to my piece and commentary last week about a new study of Amazon Prime members illustrating the power of automated replenishment systems, MNB reader Matt Nitzberg wrote: Thanks for your recap of the study! In addition to loyalty (for retailers) and convenience (for shoppers), subscription and auto replenishment models have important systemic benefits. For […] MorningNewsBeat April 18, 2022April 18, 2022 8 min read AssociatesEconomyShoppersBrick and MortarAmazonExecutivesDept. FuelRestaurantsSustainabilityConsumersTescoResults & InvestmentThick DataMeijerDept. NonfoodMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreCOVID19DeliveryWalmartDept. GroceryGovernmentInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category FMI Announces 2022 Store Manager Awards Finalists FMI—The Food Industry Association yesterday announced its 2022 Store Manager Awards finalists, chosen, FMI said, “for their spirited aptitude for team development and store leadership. Their high-level business acumen and passion for people management led to record financial growth, heightened customer satisfaction, energized, purpose-driven employees, innovative in-store programs, and impactful community investments.” The finalists are: • Category […] MorningNewsBeat April 13, 2022April 13, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarInternationalAhold DelhaizeWeis MarketsWakefernShoppersResults & InvestmentPhilanthropyMeijerMarketing: In StoreInternational - North AmericaAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Meijer to hold first Sustainability Supplier Summit Meijer will hold its first ever Sustainability Supplier Summit, giving vendors nationwide the opportunity to showcase their sustainable products for possible inclusion in Meijer stores. Supermarket Perimeter April 1, 2022April 4, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityMeijerVendorsInclusivityBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Regional chains announce new sustainability initiatives New Season Market is switching to more eco-friendly packaging for its private label line of fresh pasta, while Meijer will hold its first supplier summit focused on sustainability in late June. Grocery Dive March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityPackagingOwned Brands (Private Label)MeijerDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Meijer to host first-ever Sustainability Supplier Summit GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced on Tuesday that it will host its first Sustainability Supplier Summit, giving vendors nationwide the opportunity to showcase their sustainable products – from food to pets to home goods – for Meijer merchants to consider offering on shelves. The event will be held virtually June 20-23 and comes on the heels of […] MMR March 29, 2022March 29, 2022 3 min read SustainabilityMeijerVendorsGoogleData & InsightsDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessConsumersPackagingExecutivesDept. GroceryDept. PetESG and CSRDept. ApparelDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataTargetPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDept. FreshDept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass SN Top 10: Meijer, Foodtown, The Fresh Market top the week's headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, Grand Rapids, Mich.-based Meijer said that two new supercenters in Brunswick and Canton, Ohio, are scheduled to open their doors on on April 28. Meijer Express gas s Supermarket News March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerThe Fresh MarketDept. FreshDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer to open supercenters in Northeast Ohio GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced this week that it will open two new supercenters in Northeast Ohio on April 28. “It’s extremely exciting to continue expanding our presence in Northeast Ohio,” said Tom Wilson, Meijer Regional Vice President. “Over the last 2 years, our store teams have helped families meet unprecedented challenges by providing […] MMR March 24, 2022March 24, 2022 2 min read MeijerDept. FreshAssociatesBrick and MortarStore LocationDept. PharmacyDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyPartnershipsDept. DeliDept. BakeryDept. ApparelShoppersDept. RefrigeratedDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Meijer advances sustainability efforts with solar power project The Midwestern retailer has signed a renewable energy purchase agreement that will remove more than 100,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide from its operations. Grocery Dive March 7, 2022March 7, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityMeijerOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Meijer signs on to renewable solar project GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer is signing on as a customer for a utility-scale solar project that will help the retailer make significant strides toward its recently announced carbon reduction goal. The retailer said Thursday that it has signed a renewable energy power purchase agreement (VPPA) with developer Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, which says Meijer […] MMR March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 3 min read SustainabilityMeijerPredictions and ForecastsEconomyOperations & Supply ChainStrategyESG and CSRExecutivesGoogleMarketing: SocialShoppersDept. FuelPartnershipsData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Flashfood raises $12.3m for app that tackles retail food waste Flashfood, a Toronto-based mobile marketplace providing customers access to discounted food nearing its best by date, has secured $12.3 million in a Series A funding round led by S2G Ventures. Follow on investment came from ArcTern Ventures and existing backers including General Catalyst, Food Retail Ventures, Rob Gierkink and Alex Moorhead. S2G Ventures MD and […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 28, 2022February 28, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. GrocerySustainabilityMarketing: SocialConsumersTwitterShoppersPartnershipsAhold DelhaizeExecutivesMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsMeijerDept. FuelSpartanNashStart UpsTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Meijer energizes avocado sales with focus on consistency The company recently kicked off a pilot program designed to control the ripening process and offer the fruit in two standard sizes. Grocery Dive February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 < 1 min read MeijerDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Meijer gets top score in LGBTQ+ Workplace Equality Index GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced Monday that it received a score of 100 percent on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index. This marks the retailer’s third consecutive year earning the highest possible score on the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. […] MMR February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 2 min read InclusivityMeijerAssociatesGoogleData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessExecutivesDept. HBCMarketing: SocialThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery BrandSpark Offers One Reading of “Most Trusted Grocery” Story Newsweek has BrandSpark Internationals’ special edition of its BrandSpark Most Trusted Awards (BMTAs), “highlighting the most trusted grocery stores as voted by American shoppers.” Well, by 3200 American shoppers anyway. Here’s the list of the top five retailers, by region: National Walmart Kroger Aldi Publix Costco Northeast ShopRite Walmart Aldi Stop & Shop Wegmans Midwest […] MorningNewsBeat February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 < 1 min read WalmartShoppersPricing & PromotionsAldiKrogerWegmansMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrader JoesHy-VeePublixHEBCostcoWakefernBrick and MortarDept. GroceryEconomyMeijerAlbertsons / SafewayAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Today in Data: Declining Consumer Confidence Today in data, continued inflation and fears of a recession have contributed to a drop in the Consumer Confidence Index. Data $267.2B: Orders last month for manufactured durable goods, a sign that consumers were still spending despite inflation 98.7: The Consumer Confidence Index, down from 103.2 last month, and the lowest level since February 2021 43.2: Decline in […] Written by Pymnts.com June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Department: Adult Beverage Shopper & Customer Avoid Five Fatty Fast-Food Flops This Summer, Physicians Warn Shake Shack's Bourbon bacon cheddar burger is the worst of the worst Written by PR Newswire June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Corporate Finance Walgreens Boots Alliance Reports Fiscal 2022 Third Quarter Results Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today announced financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2022, which ended May 31, 2022. Written by BusinessWire - Conference Calls June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Department & Category Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Q&A with Caper’s Co-Founder: AI and Contact-Free Checkout at Fenway Park This spring, we announced that iconic Fenway Park now offers Caper Counter’s AI-powered, contact-free checkout for fans in partnership with Aramark Sports + Entertainment. With the introduction of Caper Counter, baseball fans, concertgoers and more can now seamlessly access their favorite beverages and snacks – by simply placing items on the Counter where they are […] Written by Instacart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
RetailWit QuickWit Your Daily QuickWit (6/29): Top Retail News Yesterday's top retail news and most read stories Written by RetailWit June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked