Coca-Cola signs golfer Jordan Spieth as ambassador
Coca-Cola Co. has named pro golf champion Jordan Spieth as a brand ambassador for sports marketing campaigns and other initiatives.
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Aurobindo gets FDA OK for generics of Aygestin, Pepcid
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. this week announced Food and Drug Administration clearance for a pair of new generic drugs, including women’s health and antacid products.
Jelly Belly rolls out first organic offerings
Jelly Belly Candy Co. is entering the organic snack category. The company said Wednesday that it’s introducing Organic Jelly Beans and Organic Fruit Flavored Snacks. The jelly beans are due to hit store shelves this winter, and the fruit-flavored snacks are available now.
Publix unveils CEO succession plan
Publix Super Markets Inc. announced that chief executive officer Ed Crenshaw will retire and be succeeded by president Todd Jones.
Rite Aid starts accepting CareCredit health credit card
Rite Aid Corp. has begun accepting CareCredit, a health, wellness and personal care credit card, at its more than 4,500 drug stores.
Jean Coutu Group settles into new HQ
Jean Coutu Group has started off the new year in a new home. The Quebec-based drug store operator has settled into its new headquarters and distribution center in Varennes, Quebec.
Fred Meyer to get new president
Lynn Gust is retiring from his post as president of Kroger Co.’s Fred Meyer Stores division and will be succeeded by Jeff Burt, president of Kroger’s Central division. Kroger said Tuesday that Gust is slated to retire effective Jan. 31. Based in Portland, Ore.
Pair of fragrance brands exit Coty-P&G merger
Ten Procter & Gamble fragrance licenses will transfer to Coty Inc. upon regulatory approval and completion of the companies’ merger transaction, Coty has confirmed.
Tony Bennett, Paul Rodgers booked for NACDS Annual Meeting
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores announced that singing legends Tony Bennett and Paul Rodgers will perform at the 2016 NACDS Annual Meeting. NACDS said Tuesday that Rodgers — known for his work with rock bands Bad Company, Free and The Firm, as well as his solo performances — is slated
QS/1 certified by Global Payments for chip cards
QS/1 has earned certification to process the chip-embedded credit cards via payment technology service provider Global Payments Inc.
Walgreens enables Visa Checkout for digital shoppers
Walgreens has begun offering Visa Checkout to its online shoppers. Visa said Tuesday that the drug chain was among several new Visa Checkout merchants, including Starbucks, NFL Shop, HSN and Match. Walmart.com will also is slated to start supporting Visa Checkout this year, according to Visa.
Harrison promoted to president at Galderma Labs
Miles Harrison has been promoted to president and general manager of Galderma Laboratories L.P. Galderma said Monday that Harrison will lead the U.S. and Canada teams. He joined Galderma U.S.
McKesson, CVS sign new pact for Target Rx
McKesson Corp. announced a new distribution pact with CVS Health for Target pharmacies in updating its earnings outlook for fiscal 2016 and providing preliminary guidance for fiscal 2017.
Zipdrug adds more convenience to Rx delivery
On-demand Rx delivery company Zipdrug aims to help New Yorkers save a trip to the pharmacy after a visit at CityMD, a leading urgent care provider. The companies have formed a partnership that they said provides a “one-stop care experience.
Benzer Pharmacy looks to ramp up expansion
Benzer Pharmacy this year aims to continue the aggressive growth it achieved last year. The drug chain said Monday that it opened a new store in Hendersonville, Tenn., expanding its network to more than 50 stores in nine states.
Perrigo recalls store-brand children’s guaifenesin liquid
Perrigo Co. plc has voluntarily recalled some batches of its children’s guaifenesin liquid in the United States following a recent recall of certain dosing cups by its supplier.