Sam’s Club plans to add 30 new clubs
Buoyed by record membership growth, Sam’s Club on Thursday announced plans to open more than 30 new clubs across the country, starting with a unit in Florida that is slated to open next year.
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Food Lion and Novant Health launch food pharmacy pilot program
Food Lion and Novant Health are collaborating to launch a food pharmacy pilot program at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC.
CVS Health launches Community Equity Alliance
CVS Health announced a new initiative that will address barriers to care in underserved communities across the country.
Catalina launches Reach Extender
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Shopper intelligence leader Catalina has introduced Catalina Reach Extender, which amplifies current digital offers by extending relevant printed offers at check-out to those who shop exclusively In-store. The retail data science, insights, and media company, 84.
Valentine’s Day spending to hit nearly $26 billion
WASHINGTON – Consumers are expected to spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day this year, up from $23.9 billion in 2022 and one of the highest spending years on record, according to the annual survey released Wednesday by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics.
Consumers now take a holistic approach to their health
The focus on health and wellness evolved throughout the pandemic as consumers began seeking coping mechanisms for their altered lifestyles. The consumer’s need for normalcy at the height of the pandemic was the entry for a mental and physical health focus, reports The NPD Group.
Walmart: Strengthening jobs and investing in people
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Starting next month, Walmart will begin investing in higher wages for associates in the United States, John Furner, president and chief executive officer of Walmart U.S., said in a memo sent today to all U.S.-based associates.
Study finds the most sleepless states in the U.S.
New research has revealed the most sleepless states in the US, with Hawaii coming out on top.
Dollar Tree names Rick Dreiling chairman and CEO
Dollar Tree executive chairman Rick Dreiling will take on the additional role of chief executive officer, effective January 29, the company said on Tuesday.
Amazon Pharmacy rolls out RxPass
Amazon announced on Tuesday RxPass, a new Prime membership benefit from Amazon Pharmacy that offers patients affordable access to commonly prescribed generic medications that treat more than 80 common health conditions.
CVS Health announces senior appointments
CVS Health announced two executive appointments. David Joyner will rejoin the company as Executive Vice President and President of Pharmacy Services, while Amy Bricker has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer – Consumer.
FMI elects new board members
ORLANDO – FMI – The Food Industry Association announced announced on Monday its 2023 Board of Directors elected at the association’s annual Midwinter Executive Conference in Orlando.
FMI honors seven food industry executives
Rick Brindle, Elizabeth Chace-Marino, Ron Edenfield, Bob Obray, Art Potash, Gordon Reid, and Joe Sheridan — have exemplified food industry excellence through first-rate company leadership, community impact and customer service, according to FMI.
Dollar General offering mobile health clinics
Dollar General announced that it is piloting mobile clinics at three Tennessee stores in partnership with mobile health provider DocGo. The clinics, which are hosted in vans in store parking lots, offer basic, preventative and urgent care services, along with lab testing.
CVS Health invests $16 million in Charlotte affordable housing
CVS Health announced it will invest $16 million with Urban Atlantic, North Carolina’s INLIVIAN (formerly the Charlotte Housing Authority), and Red Stone Equity Partners to bring a new, unique housing concept to North Carolina.