Walgreens to hire 5,000 veterans over next 5 years
Walgreens and Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) today announced a new initiative that aims to provide career and educational opportunities for 5,000 U.S. veterans over the next five years.
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Ahold Delhaize names Selma Postma as Peapod president
Ahold Delhaize has appointed Selma Postma as president of Peapod, effective January 1. Postma joins Peapod after a career of almost two decades at Albert Heijn. Since 2014, she was general manager of Albert Heijn Online, where she helped to accelerate online sales to more than 20% annually.
Dr. Fraser to Receive 2018 Excellence in Patient Care Award at NACDS Foundation Dinner
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation announced that Dr.
The Relief Products to debut in The Vitamin Shoppes nationwide
The Relief Products, a pioneer in creating homeopathic remedies for chronic and acute conditions, announces The Vitamin Shoppe as its newest retail partner. The Relief Products will debut PinkEye Relief and Stye Relief in over 700 stores nationwide in late 2018.
Cardinal Health reports Q1 results for fiscal year 2019
Cardinal Health reported first quarter fiscal year 2019 revenues of $35.2 billion, an increase of 8%. The company also reported growth in GAAP operating earnings of 211% to $816 million and a decrease in non-GAAP operating earnings of 11% to $542 million.
NACDS briefs membership on industry-specific election dynamics
In a memo to NACDS chain and associate members today, NACDS president and chief executive officer Steven Anderson, described detailed results of the 2018 Congressional elections from a pharmacy-specific perspective.
Coty forms strategic partnership with Cruelty Free International
Coty, one of the world’s leading beauty companies, announced a strategic partnership with Cruelty Free International that aims to end animal testing for cosmetics globally.
CVS plans to open concept stores next year
During yesterday’s earnings call, chief executive officer Larry Merlo reported that after the Aetna deal is finalized, CVS plans to open its first concept stores early next year.
Instacart unveils national expansion of new “Instacart Pickup” grocery service
Instacart, the North American leader in online groceries, today announced the national expansion of Instacart Pickup, a new grocery click-and-collect service.
Bud Light Music Festival brings out the biggest names in music
On Location Experiences, the official hospitality partner of the National Football League and Bud Light, the official beer sponsor of the NFL, today announced the launch of the first-ever Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest.
Peapod predicts busiest online days between Nov. 18 and Dec. 27
Peapod says that savvy shoppers are expected to flock to online grocery delivery to help during a particularly busy time of year when food is at the heart of so many celebrations. Based on prior years’ sales trends, Peapod predicts the week leading up to Dec. 25 to be its busiest week of the
Medical Marijuana subsidiary HempMeds exhibits at SupplySide West 2018
Medical Marijuana announced that its subsidiary HempMeds will be exhibiting its line of cannabidiol (CBD) hemp oil products at SupplySide West, taking place in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Resort on November 7-10.
GIANT to purchase five Stop ‘n Save stores
GIANT Food Stores announced that it has agreed to acquire five corporately-owned Stop ‘n Save stores from Supervalu Inc. The stores will be converted to the Martin’s banner once the deal is compete.
MinuteClinic opens walk-in clinic in San Francisco
A new MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinic has opened inside the CVS Pharmacy store in San Francisco, Calif., providing the community with convenient access to common health care services.
Hallmark names Farley president of retail business
Steve Farley has been appointed president of Hallmark’s retail business and will be responsible for leading its network of nearly 2,000 Hallmark Gold Crown stores as well as its ornament and gift businesses.
J&J to participate in the Credit Suisse 27th Annual Healthcare Conference
Johnson & Johnson will participate in the Credit Suisse 27th Annual Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, November 13th, at The Phoenician in Scottsdale, AZ. Scott White, group chairman, North America Pharmaceuticals will represent the company in a session scheduled at 8:35 a.m. (MST).