Jon Springer

Wholesalers & Distributors

C&S Wholesale to Buy Piggly Wiggly Midwest

"C&S has the experience and knowledge to ensure that this 100-year-old icon continues for the next 100 years," Piggly Wiggly Midwest President Paul Butera Sr. says.

Can Tech End the Fresh Food Waste Crisis?

Supermarkets know their future is increasingly fresh-food focused, but increased potential for waste comes with it. They're looking to technology for sustainable solutions.

Instacart Taps Facebook's Asha Sharma as New COO

Sharma, who will oversee Instacart Marketplace and other functions beginning later this month, said the online grocery app has "only scratched the surface of what's possible."

Four Tech Trends for 2021

From light vehicles to biometrics, technology promises to create a faster, cheaper, more convenient experience.

Food Driving Shoppers to Dollar Channel

Rival discounters Dollar General and Dollar Tree detail comp gains in renovated units in the first quarter.

BJ’s Wholesale Registers to Sell Backers’ Remaining Shares

The offering could provide a lucrative exit for CVC Beacon and Leonard Green, which took the club retailer private during its rebuild.

Kroger Named Winsight Grocery Business of the Year

Retailer recognized for progress against audacious sustainability goals in difficult circumstances

Special Reports

2020's Most Trusted Grocery Retailers

It was almost too close to call, but Publix Super Markets has nosed out last year's Most Trusted American grocer—H-E-B—to take the top honor in WGB and BrandSpark's fourth annual report on the supermarkets winning the consumer confidence race.

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