WE hosts reception, panel discussion
WE, Empowering Women to Advance Wellness, hosted a reception and panel discussion on mentoring at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Total Store Expo in Boston.
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Judy Sansone to retire from CVS
CVS Health said Saturday that Judy Sansone, the company’s senior vice president of front store business and chief merchant, has decided to retire in September.
GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer close joint venture
GlaxoSmithKline said Thursday that it has closed a previously announced joint venture deal with Pfizer Inc. that will combine their respective consumer healthcare businesses. The move will create the world’s largest supplier of over-the-counter medications.
Walmart names new VP for O-T-Cs
Walmart has transitioned two merchandising executives to new roles. Annie Walker has been named the new vice president of merchandising operations, apparel, for Walmart U.S. She will report to Kevin Pate.
Chain Drug Review hosts CBD Roundtable
Chain Drug Review conducted a CBD Roundtable at the recent ECRM Cough/Cold Show at the Sheraton Grand Hotel. Participating in the panel discussion were: Dave Donnan, senior partner, A.T. Kearney. Vincent Porpiglia, president of Hero Brands, internal sales arm for Select CBD.
Approval reportedly near for CVS-Aetna deal
CVS Health Corp.’s planned acquisition of Aetna Inc. is close to getting the official go-ahead from federal regulators, according to a report published Wednesday by The Wall Street Journal, which said the deal could receive formal antitrust approval from the U.S.
Walmart names new SVP of health and wellness
Walmart has hired healthcare industry veteran Sean Slovenski to serve as senior vice president of health and wellness at Walmart U.S., effective August 1. He will report directly to Walmart U.S. president and CEO Greg Foran.
Fred’s Inc. CEO Michael Bloom resigns
Fred’s Inc. announced on Friday that chief executive officer Michael Bloom resigned from his post, effective on April 24. He also resigned from his seat on the company’s board.
Walgreens pilot brings together new approaches
Walgreens is launching a pilot program here that incorporates new approaches to pricing, promotions, product assortment and service offerings to create a new customer experience.
MPG Group adds Bill Bergin, Todd Matherly to team
Market Performance Group LLC (MPG) has hired retail industry veterans Bill Bergin and Todd Matherly to serve as executive vice presidents of the consulting and sales management services company.
Wakefern to host store brand sourcing event
Wakefern Food Corp. plans to host a store brand sourcing event on Thursday, May 17. The one day exclusive supplier program at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison, N.J., will pair potential new vendors with Wakefern buyers and category managers in private, 20-minute meetings.
Albertsons Cos. names Jim Donald president, COO
Albertsons Cos. has tapped retail veteran Jim Donald, former president and chief executive officer of Starbucks, to serve as its new president and chief operating officer.
Sam’s Club taps Jackson for health and wellness post
Sam’s Club has promoted Sean Jackson to the post of senior vice president and general merchandise manager of consumables and health and wellness. He succeeds Jill Turner-Mitchael, who retired from that role at the end of January.
Walgreens adds EnvisionRx’s Rx90 drug plan
Walgreens and EnvisionRx are launching a new prescription drug program called Rx90 that is designed to give patients with chronic conditions more flexibility in getting their maintenance medications.
SheaMoisture launches #BreakTheWalls campaign
Sundial Brands is launching an advertising and social media campaign that aims to “break down the walls” separating ethnic beauty sections from the rest of the beauty department.
P&G to merge 43 beauty brands with Coty
Procter & Gamble Co. has signed a definitive agreement to merge 43 of its beauty care brands with Coty Inc. The companies said Thursday that the $12.