H-E-B and Houston Texans kickoff season with new commercials
This year’s commercials include the spirited humor fans have come to expect, featuring a familiar lineup of Texans stars.
Latest
Instacart Carrot Ads coming to 3,500 convenience stores via Vroom Delivery
Vroom Delivery will integrate Instacart’s ad technology, allowing small- and mid-sized convenience retailers to tap into retail media campaigns from more than 7,500 brand advertisers.
Maverik rolls out Piston’s cardless fueling at 800+ sites
With Piston, drivers initiate transactions via secure QR or authorization codes, eliminating physical card workflows.
The CPG Guys: Nik Modi from RBC Capital Markets
Nik Modi is the Co-Head of Global Consumer & Retail Research at RBC Capital Markets.
7-Eleven to pay $1.2 million over illegal vape sales
Sixteen 7-Eleven stores near DC schools illegally sold more than 7,500 vapes and e-cigarettes.
FMI report: E-commerce fueling private brand growth and innovation
Nearly 85% of private brand assortments are now available online, a sharp rise in digital accessibility.
Kroger raises outlook as grocery demand remains strong
The beat-and-raise quarter reinforces a broader trend: grocery is holding up while discretionary retail cools.
FMI issues statement on August CPI food price numbers
“Food price inflation continues to experience challenges driven by input costs and market uncertainties.”
Sam’s Club puts AI tools in the hands of frontline leaders, CEO Chris Nicholas says
Enterprise-grade ChatGPT tools are helping managers flag sales trends, connect local vendors, and free up time for human creativity and empathy.
CHPA honors Greg Collier with career achievement award for regulatory and scientific leadership
The longtime Procter & Gamble executive and consultant is recognized for advancing self-care and shaping regulatory policy, including the landmark OTC Monograph User Fee Act.
Stater Bros. taps Greg McNiff to be CEO as Pete Van Helden becomes executive chairman
McNiff, a 44-year grocery veteran, will assume day-to-day leadership as Van Helden transitions to executive chairman.
Video Forum: Sandra Hanna, The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada
Celebrating 30 years of advancing pharmacy in Canada.
Wayvia names Theresa Pham Head of Product
The omnicommerce enablement company enhances its leadership by appointing a veteran product leader to drive upcoming innovation.
AZ Candy Stand launches new candy line in 400+ Arizona Circle K stores
The move builds on the momentum of AZ Lemonade Stand’s successful rollout in Albertsons and Safeway stores.
Exotec’s Arthur Bellamy: Why warehouse automation is retail’s future
“The warehouse is no longer just the back end of retail. It is the beating heart of modern commerce. And automation is the only way to keep pace with what shoppers expect today.”
The CPG Guys: Commerce acceleration with Flywheel’s Claudia Johnson
Claudia Johnson is the Technical Advisor to the CEO of Flywheel Commerce Network, the commerce acceleration division of Omnicom.