Ahead of her January retirement, Linda Doherty believes the association is in a strong position.
Category: Shelby Content
Exclusive, in-depth stories from the Shelby team. Explore Food Industry features, market profiles, and unique perspectives from industry leaders.
Posted inIndustry News, Association News, Feature, Featured News, Grocery Research, National, News
FMI: Food-At-Home Prices Flat In August As Energy Costs Loom
The Producer Price Index showed jumps in crude oil, diesel, industrial electricity and the warehousing sector.
Posted inNational, Guest Contributors, News
Leadership: A Brighter Day Awaits On Other Side Of Holidays
Years ago, Robert Schuller stood in front of a room full of Iowa corn farmers who had just lived through their worst crop in memory. He wasn’t there to talk about weather patterns or commodity prices. He was there because those farmers needed something to hold onto, and he knew it. In his big voice, […]
Posted inGuest Contributors, National, News
Crossroads: Capital Investment – Building A Stronger Future
Technology combined with process will help improve vertical expertise for independent grocers.
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, Midwest, News
Wisconsin Grocery Industry Resilient But Under Pressure
WGA chief Mike Semmann discusses issues including SNAP, lab-grown meat and retailer competition in the state.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Midwest, News, Shelby Content, Store News
SNAP Whiplash, Payment Tech Top Agenda At Nebraska Grocery Summit
The fourth annual gathering also informed attendees about rural grocery resources and purchasing Nebraska-made products.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Featured News, News, Northeast, Shelby Content
Labriola Italian Markets Pairs Tradition, Technology As 5th Store Nears
The company has a rich heritage that began nearly a century ago when Leonard Labriola Sr. started selling produce and groceries to his Pittsburgh neighbors.
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, News, Northeast, Shelby Content
PA Grocers Navigate EBT Chip Transition, Swipe Fees, SNAP Concerns
The state’s grocers continue to thrive despite the headwinds, says Alex Baloga, who leads the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association.
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Featured News, News, Southwest
Canonica Brings Local Focus To Albertsons’ Southern Market Merchandising
Region-specific items sourced from local growers and producers help set the stores apart.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Featured News, News, Northeast, Shelby Content
Uncle Giuseppe’s CEO: ‘Retail Isn’t Dead; It Just Needs To Be Exciting’
The New York-based Italian specialty grocer is proving that point, with plans to open two stores a year.
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Featured News, News, Shelby Signature Content, Southwest
Albertsons Southern Market VP Keeps Focus On Execution, Community
“My passion is building high-performing teams that create exceptional experiences for our customers and bring that mission to life in every store, every day,” said Eureka McCrae.
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, News, Shelby Content, Southwest, Special Section
Heritage, Hyper-Local Execution Drive Albertsons Southern Division
The Shelby Report of the Southwest’s Retailer of the Year operates 146 stores in four states under three banners.
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, News, West
Affordability Tops Concerns For Grocery Industry In Utah
Working in its favor, the Mountain West state has a strong independent retail sector and rapid population growth.
Posted inGrocery Research, Featured News, Guest Contributors, National, News
Grocers Take Note: Gen X Is Emerging Loyalty Risk Hiding In Plain Sight
A new study from The Feedback Group finds Gen X shoppers have the lowest grocery loyalty scores, signaling a hidden retention risk for retailers.
Posted inFeatured News, Guest Contributors, National, News
Leadership: A Call For Civility In Business And Life
Columnist Steve Black explores the keys that are critical to building stronger workplace cultures and improving communication.
Posted inFeatured News, Grocery Store Equipment, Guest Contributors, National, News
Hidden Profit: 30 Seconds To Find Gold Hiding In Motor Room, Back Of Store
On average, grocers spend more than $10,000 annually to repair leaks and charge replacement refrigerant within their systems.
Posted inFeatured News, Guest Contributors, National, News
Crossroads: Is An ESOP The Right Choice?
Shelby columnist Carey Berger explains how an ESOP can support business succession, employee ownership and long-term growth.
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, Midwest, News
Missouri Grocers Navigating SNAP Confusion, Rising Labor Costs, Supply Chain Disruptions
MRGA CEO Dan Shaul discusses Missouri grocers’ outlook, Healthy SNAP implementation, labor costs, tax policy, supply chain challenges and succession planning.
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, Shelby Content, Supply Chain News
Storix System Designed To Enhance E-Commerce Fulfillment
The Storix system visually cues the order picker where to place each tote – frozen, refrigerated or ambient – to keep them at optimal temperature.
Posted inFeature, Fareway, Featured News, Independent Store News, Midwest, News
‘The Cowboy’ Bids Fareway Farewell After 50 Years
After 50 years with Fareway Stores, Al “The Cowboy” Wiltse retires, leaving a lasting legacy of servant leadership, mentorship and company growth.