MMR coverage of the 2026 NACDS Annual Meeting
Click here for MMR’s coverage of the 2026 NACDS Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, with updates added to this story throughout the April 17–21 event.
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Private Label Hall of Fame reaches 136 honorees
Induction into the Private Label Hall of Fame is based on annual nominations from industry representatives.
Kroger launches Pearl Street Academy
A new development platform brings leadership training across the entire enterprise, offering growth opportunities for associates.
A&G offering 78 Walgreens properties nationwide
"We anticipate a fast-paced marketing campaign, so interested parties should act now."
Sam’s Club advances retail media with “Retail Experience Network”
Executives said the model reflects growing advertiser demand for accountability and performance beyond impressions.
Walmart upgrading over 650 stores, opening new locations
The retailer is focusing on modernizing layouts, expanding digital pickup/delivery, and updating pharmacies.
Sheetz named to Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list
Sheetz’s steady presence on the list underscores the importance of workplace culture in fostering long-term growth and differentiation.
The GIANT Company honors team members during Annual Business Meeting
A total of 27 awards were presented recognizing the recipients’ commitment to outstanding performance and leadership
Circana: Sustainability products surpass quarter of CPG sales
Despite representing roughly a quarter of the market, sustainability products have contributed nearly half of total CPG growth since 2013.
Whole Foods Market in Los Gatos, Calif., now open
The new store is almost double the size of the previous location, with expanded departments, a coffee and juice bar, more seating areas and a larger, dedicated parking lot for customers
Aldi testing new store format in Florida
Developed with Landini Associates, the model will undergo further testing and rollouts across the U.S.
Hershey U.S. president Andrew Archambault to depart
In the interim, president and chief executive officer Kirk Tanner, chief customer officer Tiffany Menyhart, and chief commercial officer Nate Champagne will jointly oversee the company’s U.S. business
CRN welcomes new member companies
This latest cohort reflects growing investment in data-driven decision-making, regulatory intelligence, and next-generation product development across the nutrition and health space.
Kimberly-Clark discloses post-closing leadership structure
Pending merger with Kenvue expected to close in second half of the year.
Fujifilm introduces the next generation in photo printing experiences
instax SPOT delivers a customized, high‑value souvenir that enhances guest engagement while preserving the experience long after the visit ends.
Wegmans releases 2025 Impact Report
From supporting hometown initiatives and feeding local families to fostering an inclusive workplace and advancing zero waste efforts, Wegmans continued to make a difference in 2025