Salisbury, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize USA has promoted Marc Stolzman to chief sustainability officer, reporting to CEO JJ Fleeman. In this new role, Stolzman will oversee all aspects of health and sustainability for the U.S. businesses, including strategy and goal setting, in alignment with Ahold Delhaize global sustainability ambitions and commitments, as well as all U.S. regulatory, compliance and financial reporting. “As one of the largest food retailers on the East Coast, we are committed to being a sustainable retailer as we work to create healthier communities and a healthier …
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Tamarac, Fla. — CITY Furniture, a family-owned American furniture and mattress retailer, fine upholstery manufacturer and one of America’s Top 20 furniture retailers, is marking its sustainability achievements in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the year 2023. “In the past year, we remained true to our Corporate Social Responsibility goals, reaching significant milestones across various initiatives,” says Andrew Koenig, CEO of CITY Furniture. “The hard work and dedication of our team, combined with our focus on customer satisfaction and sustainability, have been crucial to our success. We are committed to …
Evansville, Ind. — Shoe Carnival, Inc. has acquired Rogan Shoes, Incorporated, a 53-year-old work and family footwear company with 28 store locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois, for a purchase price of $45 million. The acquisition is expected to generate approximately $84 million in sales and approximately $10 million in operating income. The Rogan’s acquisition advances the company’s strategy to be the nation’s leading family footwear retailer. It immediately positions Shoe Carnival as the market leader in Wisconsin, and it establishes a store base in Minnesota, creating additional expansion opportunities. …
Livonia, Mich. — Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N’ Wash are embarking on a new year with double-digit signed franchise agreements and openings in 2023. Legacy brand Pet Supplies Plus and emerging concept Wag N’ Wash both have the billion-dollar backing of 30+ years of franchise and industry experience. As the largest pet retail franchise in North America, Pet Supplies Plus wrapped the year awarding 83 franchise agreements and maintaining its robust store services growth. Wag N’ Wash, the emerging self-wash, grooming and natural pet food franchise, secured 12 agreements …
Lafayette, La. — 2nd & Charles, a retailer of new, used and collectible books, will host a grand opening celebration of its newest store in Lafayette, La., on Feb. 24. Located next to Target in the River Marketplace, Lafayette will be 2nd & Charles’ fifth Louisiana location to date. 2nd & Charles Lafayette is opening as the Books-A-Million in the same shopping center closes its doors. 2nd & Charles is a sister store to Books-A-Million — both serving the book community but in uniquely different and valuable ways. A bookstore …
How to Prepare for the Inevitable Refresh or Remodel
It’s going to happen, and any quick-service restaurant (QSR) owner-operator knows it. Sometime not too far in the future, they’ll need a refresh or remodel of their properties. There’s no getting out of it. Here are some hints from two project managers from MaintenX, a provider of HVAC&R, plumbing, electrical, roofing, construction and general contracting for multisite retailers, restaurants, healthcare, multifamily and other industries. They cover key topics like assembling the correct refresh or remodel team, managing the process and keeping projects on track in the face of potential delays, with a …
Nashville, Tenn. — Lila Maternity, designers of modern and comfortable maternity gowns, has officially moved into the future home of its first retail shop, located in Hendersonville, Tenn., near Nashville. Founded by a military vet and former Mrs. USA, Lila Maternity is best known for its stylish and reimagined labor gowns for pre- and postpartum women, which have become a social media phenomenon. A grand opening is planned for March 15-17. Lila Maternity’s debut retail shop is the next step in the company’s expansion into more areas of maternal wellness. …
New York City — JPMorgan Chase & Co. plans to expand its brick-and-mortar footprint by adding 500 Chase bank branches over the next 3 years. The New York City-based institution also plans to renovate 1,700 existing bank locations across the United States. New branches will expand JPMorgan Chase’s footprint in existing markets like Boston; Washington, D.C.; Charlotte, N.C.; Philadelphia; and Minneapolis. The company will also enter several new markets, including low- to moderate-income rural communities that previously had little access to traditional banking service. The multibillion-dollar expansion effort will also …
Zac Posen Named EVP, Creative Director of Gap Inc. and Chief Creative Officer of Old Navy
San Francisco — Gap Inc. has appointed American fashion designer Zac Posen to executive vice president, creative director of Gap Inc. and chief creative officer of Old Navy, based in San Francisco. Posen is an award-winning creator and entrepreneur, celebrated for his technical excellence and body-positive designs. Over 25 years, his extensive career has included red-carpet couture, ready to wear, accessories, costume design and more. “I’m thrilled to welcome Zac Posen, one of America’s most celebrated designers, at the onset of an exciting new chapter for Gap Inc. His technical …
Hartland, Wis. — Batteries Plus, the nation’s franchise leader in battery retail, has promoted Joe Malmuth to the position of chief development officer. In this new role, he will lead the brand’s robust plans for franchise growth and development. Malmuth has been with Batteries Plus for nearly 4 years, serving in a multitude of roles related to Batteries Plus’ franchise development arm, most recently as chief franchising officer. Malmuth’s tenure as chief franchising officer, a position he’s held since fall 2022, has been marked by significant achievements of the growth …