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BJ’s Wholesale Club Announces First Wave of New Club Openings in 2022

by Katie Lee March 7, 2022

Westborough, Mass. — BJ’s Wholesale Club, a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States, is continuing its expansion by opening four new clubs as the first phase of its 2022 development plans. BJ’s newest clubs will be located in Warwick, R.I.; Lady Lake, Fla.; Canton, Mich.; and Greenburgh, N.Y. “We continue to accelerate our expansion and we’re excited to open these new locations,” says Bill Werner, executive vice president, strategy and development, BJ’s Wholesale Club. “We’re always looking for ways to bring the value and convenience …

March 7, 2022

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Meijer Unveils New Renewable Solar Project as Part of Carbon Reduction Goal

by Katie Lee March 4, 2022

Grand Rapids, Mich. — Midwestern retailer Meijer has launched a utility-scale solar project that will make significant strides toward its recently announced carbon reduction goal. Meijer signed a renewable energy power purchase agreement (VPPA) with developer Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions*, which states Meijer will purchase a portion of all energy generated by the project for the first 15 years of operation. The project broke ground in Navarro County, Texas, on 1,800 acres of land and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. “At Meijer, we are …

March 4, 2022

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DHL Opens Fifth Mobile Pop-Up Store Near Washington, D.C.

by Katie Lee March 3, 2022

Plantation, Fla. — DHL Express, the world’s leading provider of international express shipping services, recently expanded its vast network of U.S. retail locations with a new mobile pop-up store in Gaithersburg, Md. The 2,200-cubic-feet, 100% off-the-grid, mobile DHL ServicePoint offers a safe, easy-to-use shipping option for customers. Local consumer shipping needs have accelerated significantly, with many first-generation Americans shipping to their native countries in Africa. The new unit, located at 260 N. Frederick Ave. in Gaitherstowne Plaza, is the fifth location in the greater Washington, D.C., area, which also has …

March 3, 2022

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Pet Supplies Plus Acquires Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming

by Katie Lee March 3, 2022

Livonia, Mich. — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest independent pet retailer in North America with over 600 stores in 39 states, has acquired Wag N’ Wash, an emerging natural pet food, self-wash and grooming franchise with over 15 locations. Each brand will continue to operate as separate entities, providing pet product knowledge, personalized service and a distinct playful, local shopping experience in their respective communities. All Wag N’ Wash corporate team members will remain at Wag Central and continue to be instrumental in growing the business. Pet Supplies Plus offers …

March 3, 2022

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Winmark – the Resale Company Sees Strong Growth Throughout 2021

by Katie Lee March 3, 2022

Minneapolis — Winmark Corporation, North America’s leading franchisor of sustainable resale brands Once Upon A Child®, Plato’s Closet®, Play It Again Sports®, Music Go Round® and Style Encore®, continues to lead the resale industry. In 2021, its franchise locations extended the life of 158 million items, and Winmark expanded its available territories to over 2,800 across all five of its brands throughout the U.S. and Canada. Winmark – the Resale Company® closes out the year with 46 awarded franchises and has its eyes set on aggressive franchise development leading into 2022. While the past 2 years have been challenging for …

March 3, 2022

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IT’SUGAR Appoints Retail Veteran as Vice President of Stores

by Katie Lee March 1, 2022

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in the U.S. with 100 locations, is adding to its leadership team with the appointment of Rob Trujillo as the company’s vice president of stores. Trujillo brings a wealth of retail experience to IT’SUGAR, and most recently spent the last 16 years at Sephora as senior district manager, regional director, vice president of stores and lastly, as vice president of retail special projects. He began his career as a store manager at GAP and Aeropostale before transitioning to …

March 1, 2022

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Target’s Curbside Drive Up Service to Offer Starbucks and Returns in Select Markets

by Katie Lee February 25, 2022

Minneapolis — Target Corporation has unveiled plans to continue enhancing its same-day pickup services in fall 2022. The company will begin testing the option for guests in select markets to add a Starbucks order or make a return within Target’s free, contactless curbside service through the Target app. Target will also expand its “backup item” functionality in even more categories to allow guests to pick up everything on their lists. These latest enhancements will build on Target’s strategy of using the company’s nearly 2,000 stores as fulfillment hubs, powering its …

February 25, 2022

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Aaron’s to Acquire BrandsMart U.S.A. for $230 Million

by Katie Lee February 24, 2022

Atlanta — The Aaron’s Company, Inc., a leading technology-enabled, omnichannel provider of lease-to-own and purchase solutions, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BrandsMart U.S.A. Total consideration is approximately $230 million in cash, subject to certain closing adjustments, and the transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2022. Founded in 1977, BrandsMart is one of the leading appliance and consumer electronics retailers in the southeastern United States with 10 stores in Florida and Georgia and anw e-commerce presence on www.brandsmartusa.com. For the 12 months ended December …

February 24, 2022

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Pilot Company Diversifies Leadership Team as Part of 2022 Growth Strategy

by Katie Lee February 23, 2022

Knoxville, Tenn. — Pilot Company, the largest operator of travel centers in North America, has announced its 2022 strategic growth plan and the addition of four vice presidents to its leadership team. Pilot Company is investing significantly in growing and enhancing its travel center network this year with plans to add more than 34 locations, including 14 new travel centers and over 20 dealer sites. In partnership with Southern Tire Mart, the two companies are expecting to add 40 new Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Flying J (STMPFJ) service centers …

February 23, 2022

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Bonchon Adds to Leadership Team

by Katie Lee February 23, 2022

Dallas — Bonchon, the popular global restaurant concept known for Korean fried chicken, has promoted Greg Buchanan from senior vice president of development to chief administration officer. Originally joining the team in 2019, Buchanan brought with him both wisdom and leadership that led to the launch of new business strategies that have ultimately led Bonchon to become one of the fastest growing brands in its category today. In his new role, Buchanan will lead the U.S. finance, accounting and supply chain teams in addition to his current work leading franchise …

February 23, 2022

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