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Kroger Appoints Elaine Chao to Board of Directors

The businesswoman and former cabinet member under presidents George W. Bush and Donald Trump brings governance, strategic and workforce management background, the retailer said.

Technology

Shelf Engine Appoints Kane McCord as President and Chief Revenue Officer

The former COO at Ibotta will lead sales, customer success, marketing, operations, and shared services teams at the fast-growing, fresh item demand and ordering software firm.

Wholesalers & Distributors

UNFI Appoints Staples Exec Sandy Douglas to CEO

By WGB Staff on Jul. 28, 2021

Staples executive appointed after an extensive search following the announcement in September 2020 that Steven Spinner planned to retire from the chief role this year.

Retailers

Kroger Dallas Division Names Keith Shoemaker President

By WGB Staff on Jul. 27, 2021

The Kroger Co. has appointed Keith Shoemaker president of its Dallas division, following the passing of Adam Wampler, who previously held the role.

Retailers

Jimmy Wright Receives NGA’s Great American Award

By Kristina Hurtig on Jul. 27, 2021

The president of Wright’s Market, an independent grocery store in Opelika, Ala., is honored for his participation in government relations.

Topics

Kroger Appoints Lori Raya as Mid-Atlantic President

By Jon Springer on Jul. 21, 2021

The 30-year retail executive, who most recently was SpartanNash’s chief marketing and merchandising officer, succeeds Paula Ginnett, who is promoted to group VP of retail operations in Cincinnati.

Retailers

Save A Lot CEO Kenneth McGrath Resigns; Will Take Top Role at Lidl

By Jon Springer on Jul. 21, 2021

The one-time Lidl U.S. leader, who since engineered Save A Lot’s whirlwind transition, will take Gerd Chrzanowski’s vacated spot as Lidl’s deputy chairman with responsibility for its international business.

Retailers

Kroger Promotes Rob Quast to Head of Investor Relations

By WGB Staff on Jul. 20, 2021

The veteran financial professional succeed Rebekeh Manis, who will lead new geographies for the retailer.

Retailers

NGA Honors Kaune’s Neighborhood Market Owner With Entrepreneurial Excellence Award

By Kristina Hurtig on Jul. 14, 2021

Cheryl Sommer acquired the store, which is the only locally owned independent supermarket in Santa Fe, in 2003.

Retailers

Kroger's Steve McKinney to Retire

By WGB Staff on Jul. 13, 2021

The 40-year Kroger veteran will retire Aug. 7 and be succeeded by Valerie Jabbar, who is currently group VP of center store merchandising.

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