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Albertsons, Supervalu Name New Leadership Personnel
The new management groups named by Albertsons and Supervalu, set to go into effect once the deal closes in March, feature many Albertsons alumni
Harris Teeter Eyeing Options; Is NC Chain On Sales Block?
Matthews, NC based Harris Teeter Supermarkets may be on the sales block.
Albertsons LLC Reorg: Perkins To Head Acme, Sampson Leaves Landover For Shaw’s/Star
Albertsons LLC announced its new leadership team, which will take place once the transaction with Supervalu to acquire 877 stores is closed in mid-March.
Shop ‘n Bag Prevails Over Dollar Tree In Lease Dispute
Jury finds for Holiday Supermarkets in case against Dollar Tree.
Before Deal Closes: Sales Out, Duncan Named Supervalu CEO
Sam Duncan has assumed the president and CEO titles at Supervalu, effective immediately.
Ahold USA Names Two EVPS: Mark McGowan In Merchandising, Jan van Dam In Supply Chain
Ahold USA announced that Mark McGowan has been named EVP-merchandising and Jan van Dam has been named EVP-supply chain and e-commerce.
Magruder’s Will Liquidate Operations After 138 Years
After 138 years in the Washington, DC area, Magruder’s has sold one of its stores and closed the other four while it seeks buyers for them.
Cerberus To Gain SVU Control In Real Estate Driven Sales
In the deal announced late last month, Cerberus will gain controlling interest in Supervalu and will acquire Albertsons, Acme, Shaw’s and Star Markets stores.
Longtime UFCW Local 1776 Leader Wendell Young III Dies
Wendell Young III, longtime leader of UFCW Local 1776, died this month at age 74.
Major Executive Shake-Up At Struggling Delhaize America
Delhaize America announced a new round of management changes, reflecting about a 25 percent reduction at officer level.
