People Who Made a Difference: Daniel Wallace, co-founder and CEO, Force Factor
‘The goal is to make performance nutrition more approachable.’
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People Who Made a Difference: Liz Buchanan, president, North America, NielsenIQ
"We need to simplify access and create the types of activation that are going to be efficient. This is where NielsenIQ can play such a big role — creating the signals that are going to be the most meaningful for each use case.”
People Who Made a Difference: Darren Caudill, chief sales officer at Wakefern Food Corp.
Caudill has over four decades of experience working in both grocery wholesale and retail.
People Who Made a Difference: Zach Dennett, vice president of Merchandising, CVS Health
Building on CVS’ expertise in health care, Dennett is focused on educating consumers about options in the over-the-counter and nutritional supplements aisles.
Grocers bring a cornucopia of foodservice options
“Consumers are increasingly viewing deli-prepared foods as a true alternative to restaurant dining, not just a convenient option,” said Allison Febrey, senior manager of research and insights at FMI.
Thanks will be given to retailers this year for providing more affordable meals
Many major supermarkets are offering deals on Thanksgiving dinner for 2025, building on a trend from previous years where stores such as Aldi and Walmart have provided low-cost meal options and promotions to combat inflation.
FMI praises Administration's efforts to reduce tariffs on food products
“FMI is grateful and extremely pleased at President’s Trump’s actions to cut tariffs on a wide swathe of food and agriculture products."
Seasonal hiring falls to post-recession low
The decline reflects a broader shift in how retailers manage labor costs amid tariffs, inflation, and automation investments.
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to retire
This marks a significant leadership change at the world’s largest retailer.
Dollar General names Emily Taylor chief operating officer, elevates merchandising leaders
Veteran merchant credited with driving pOpshelf expansion and digital innovation takes on expanded operational role
CVS Pharmacy celebrates grand opening of new Brooklyn location
The 9,000-plus square-foot space includes an expanded pharmacy and private consultation and vaccination area, an improved in-store delivery pickup area, and updated layout, decor and fixtures.
Final penny struck at U.S. Mint
The U.S. Mint has struck its final pennies, ending over 230 years of production and accelerating a transition causing cash-handling issues cited by retailers.
Ahold Delhaize USA marks major omnichannel milestone
Addition of Hannaford to the platform completes multi-year rollout, advancing omnichannel growth and enhancing customer experience.
NRF sees holiday sales surpassing $1 trillion
U.S. consumers are approaching the 2025 holiday season with caution but also confidence.
Retail groups urge Congress to prevent penny shortage
Retailers across the US warn of escalating penny shortages, urging federal guidance and quick laws to avoid disrupting cash transactions.
Wegmans offers a complete Thanksgiving meal for $5 per person
Designed to serve eight, the meal includes all the essentials for a traditional celebration.