Catalina names Kevin Hunter president and CEO
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Kevin Hunter has been named president & CEO at data-driven, omni-channel media provider Catalina, effective immediately. Hunter will also serve on Catalina’s board of directors.
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NRF predicts record holiday spending
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today forecast that holiday spending is expected to reach record levels during November and December and will grow between 3% and 4% over 2022 to between $957.3 billion and $966.6 billion.
Rite Aid to honor military service members with veteran appreciation discount
Rite Aid is proud to recognize the service and sacrifice of all veterans and active military personnel this Veterans’ Day by offering a “Veteran Appreciation Days” promotion. From Nov.
Walgreens to honor active military, vets with discounts
To celebrate the service and commitment of the nation’s military and honor those who serve the country, Walgreens is offering a four-day in-store discount to all veterans and active duty military personnel, as well as their family members. On Friday, Nov. 10 through Monday, Nov.
WBA names Neal Sample executive VP and CIO
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) today named Neal Sample as its new executive vice president and chief information officer (CIO), effective immediately.
Hy-Vee’s Annual Veterans Day Breakfast to be held on Friday, Nov. 10
Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today the start of a monthlong campaign to honor our nation’s military heroes in its communities.
Walmart kicks off holiday shopping season
The holiday shopping season is about to kick into high gear, and Walmart aims to lead the charge with a series of “Black Friday Deals” events that start early and extend throughout the entire month of November. Walmart+ members will also get an exclusive head start on the hottest deals, making this
BJ’s Wholesale entering Alabama
BJ’s Wholesale Club announced it is opening its first club in Alabama on Nov. 10, in the town of Madison. With the opening, Alabama becomes the 20th state with a BJ’s membership warehouse club. “As we gear up for the holiday season, we can’t wait to bring BJ’s unbeatable value and convenience
Walmart celebrates 117 re-grand openings
On Friday, November 3, Walmart plans to host “Second Best Day” celebrations for 117 stores nationwide, marking the largest single-day rollout of re-grand openings for remodeled stores in company history.
Rx staff from CVS, Walgreens stores begin three-day walkout
According to published reports, some employees at CVS Health Corp and Walgreens Boots Alliance’s pharmacies launched a three-day walkout starting Monday to push the companies to improve working conditions and add more staff to their stores.
Rite Aid to offer After Work Wednesday walk-in clinic
PHILADELPHIA – With fall routines and busy schedules in full swing, it can be tough to focus on your health.
Meijer honors six winners of its Legacy Awards
Meijer has announced the winners of its 2023 Legacy Awards, which the retailer describes as the highest recognition a Meijer team member can receive.
Walmart and Sam’s Club to provide safe medication disposal at Drug Take Back Day event in New York
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart and Sam’s Club are hosting in-person medication disposal events at select store and club locations across the country on Saturday, Oct. 28. The event is part of the DEA’s biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Dollar General announces holiday promotions
As shoppers continue to seek value and added savings on everyday necessities and for the approaching gift-giving season, Dollar General (DG) announced planned promotions and discounts slated to run through the holidays.
Aldi offering over 350 curated food items for holiday season
Aldi is ringing in the season with the introduction of over 350 festive food offerings – from gourmet cheeses and charcuterie to snacks, wine and beyond – rolling out through the rest of the year. The Aldi holiday food selection is larger than ever before, including over 70 new items with the