April 11, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Justin Mennen, Rite Aid
April 11, 2022, Retail News

PHILADELPHIA — Justin Mennen, executive vice president and chief digital and technology officer at Rite Aid, is responsible for all aspects of the company’s technology and information operations, including enterprise systems and applications, network, core infrastructure and information security as well as the continued development and execution of the company’s immediate and long-term information technology
April 11, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Erik Keptner, Rite Aid
April 11, 2022, Retail News

PHILADELPHIA — As Rite Aid continues to evolve into a health care company, it has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years, especially in its brand marketing and merchandise assortment. The chain is continuing to adapt to the importance of digital in the customer’s journey. In addition, loyalty programs are driving omnichannel engagement
March 16, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
National Retail Federation president and CEO Matthew Shay, NRF
Business, Leading Headlines, Retail News

WASHINGTON – Retail sales showed a strong year-over-year gain in February, but the monthly pace slowed compared with January as inflation drove up prices and lingering effects of the COVID-19 omicron variant affected the supply chain, the National Retail Federation said Wednesday. “Retail sales data continues to show impressive consumer resilience,” NRF president and CEO
March 16, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Marg Patel, Medly
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Medly announced a further expansion in the New York Tri-State area with a new location in Stamford, Connecticut. This expansion comes on the heels of Medly’s new Jersey City location and highlights the consumer demand for technology-enabled pharmacies that combine the convenience of same-day free delivery with knowledgeable pharmacists and a wide
February 21, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Geolyn Gonzalez, Total Resources International Inc. (TRI)
February 21, 2022, Supplier News

WALNUT, Calif. — Total Resources International Inc. (TRI) offers an array of premium first aid kits and emergency preparedness solutions in a number of categories. Since 1991, TRI has now grown to become one of the top manufacturers of first aid, health and beauty, outdoors, sports and survival kits in the nation. For over 30
February 11, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
GSK, Theraflu PowerPods Severe Cold
February 7, 2022, Supplier News

WARREN, N.J. — GSK continues to work closely with public health partners like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prevent and prepare for the spread of the flu for the 2021-2022 season. “Every year, GSK works closely with public health partners like the CDC to prevent and prepare for the spread of
February 7, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
John Ende, Rhinomed
February 7, 2022, Supplier News

NEW YORK — Rhinomed, a leader in wearable nasal and respiratory technology, continues to make strides in providing sleep and breathing solutions that also help people get a good night’s rest when they are sick. John Ende, executive vice president of North American sales for Rhinomed, sees several growing trends within the cough and cold
February 3, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Kadenwood, Kroger, Level Select
Retail News, Supplier News

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. – Level Select has announced a broad-based distribution partnership with select Kroger stores nationally spanning over 1,200 locations. Level Select’s renowned relief and recovery CBD topicals will now be available in the largest grocery retail chain in the U.S., providing convenient access to quality CBD products at retail prices that consumers can
January 13, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Care Pharmacies, Mike Wysong
Featured Articles, January 10, 2022, Leading Headlines, Retail News

LINTHICUM, Md. — CARE Pharmacies is continuing to make its mark in the industry with new programs and initiatives to serve its growing membership that has seen its footprint rise to almost 130 pharmacies in 23 states. The Maryland-based company has added to its track record of growth by watching its sales expand to almost
January 11, 2022 by Bill Schiffner
Rick Gates, Walgreens
Featured Articles, January 10, 2022, Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Rick Gates developed a passion for retail pharmacy early on working at an independent drug store while still in high school. Today, as senior vice president of pharmacy and health care at Walgreens, he is making it possible for thousands of pharmacists to have an even greater impact on patient care. “The
November 11, 2021 by Bill Schiffner
Dollar General, DoorDash
Leading Headlines, Retail News

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General is partnering with DoorDash to offer on-demand delivery of household essential items, including food and cleaning supplies, the company said on Thursday. “At Dollar General, we strive to make shopping hassle-free and affordable, and our partnership with DoorDash reiterates DG’s commitment to providing convenient and contactless options,” Dollar General executive
October 5, 2021 by Bill Schiffner
Latriece Watkins, Live Nation, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Retail News

LOS ANGELES — Live Nation Entertainment announced Tuesday the election of Latriece Watkins to its board of directors. With over two decades of experience at the nation’s largest retailer, Watkins currently serves as executive vice president of Walmart’s U.S. consumables division where she leads all merchandising strategies for the company’s baby, beauty, household chemicals, household
October 4, 2021 by Bill Schiffner
Andrea Collaro, Cold and flu season, Walgreens
Leading Headlines, October 4, 2021, Retail News

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Many medical experts report that, when it comes to the flu, the last couple of seasons have been significantly lower in number of cases thanks to COVID-19 safety measures, such as masking up, social distancing and lockdowns. Now some medical and health experts are saying that there is a lot of uncertainty
August 12, 2021 by Bill Schiffner
pharmacy-administered flu shots, Rite Aid
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News

CAMP HILL, Pa.— Rite Aid announced the availability of flu vaccines at all stores beginning today. Additionally, by expanding its COVID-19 online scheduling tool to include flu and ancillary vaccinations, Rite Aid now offers online scheduling in addition to walk-in availability for flu shots. Following CDC warnings that influenza infection rates could return to pre-pandemic