Albertsons

Teamsters Challenge Executive Pay-For-Failure At Rite Aid Following Albertsons Debacle

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Friday, October 5, 2018
Trade unions in the United States, Canadian Labour Congress, Change to Win Federation, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Trucking industry, Albertsons, Economy of the United States, Western United States, Economy

In a letter to shareholders , the Teamsters took the pharmacy chain to task for paying lucrative retention bonuses to top executives tied to the failed mergers.

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  • In a letter to shareholders , the Teamsters took the pharmacy chain to task for paying lucrative retention bonuses to top executives tied to the failed mergers.
  • With Rite Aid clearly on the back foot following the failure of the Albertsons' deal, the Teamsters contend it is vital that the board reassure investors that executives and shareholders share the same fate when it comes to strategic decisions.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.4 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.
  • Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/teamsters .

Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer, Los Angeles Police Department and ALTO US Announce New Crime Fighting Tool to Battle Organized Retail Crime in Los Angeles

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Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Theft, Crime, Retailing, Human behavior, Economy, Organized crime, Organized retail crime, Shoplifting, Retail, Albertsons

Organized retail crime (ORC) is happening more often and cost the overall U.S. retail economy $49.8 billion in losses in 2017 according to a study by the National Retail Federation.

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  • Organized retail crime (ORC) is happening more often and cost the overall U.S. retail economy $49.8 billion in losses in 2017 according to a study by the National Retail Federation.
  • Los Angeles ranks as the number one city in the U.S. for ORC, according to the National Retail Federation 2017 Organized Retail Crime survey, Organized Retail Crime Survey 2017.pdf .
  • More than 25 percent of retailers report those involved in organized retail crime are exhibiting a greater tendency towards violent behavior.
  • Proactively addressing the problem of organized retail theft and shoplifting, by partnering with local law enforcement and the criminal justice system, is ALTO Alliance retailer Albertsons Companies.

Los Angeles Regional Food Bank to Receive Hunger Is Donations Made at Local Albertsons Stores

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Food and drink, Hunger, Health, Skaggs family, Brain, Famines, Food security, Urban agriculture, Food bank, Albertsons

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is excited to be selected as a charity partner for Albertsons Companies Foundation to receive donations from the annual Hunger Is campaign to eradicate childhood hunger.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is excited to be selected as a charity partner for Albertsons Companies Foundation to receive donations from the annual Hunger Is campaign to eradicate childhood hunger.
  • All donations made at local Albertsons stores will be used to support the Food Bank's Children's Breakfast Program, which provides nutritious breakfast foods for children facing food insecurity.
  • "It's an honor to support the work ofthe Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
  • The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank has worked to fight hunger in Los Angeles County since 1973 and has distributed the equivalent of more than 1 billion meals across our community.

Blues in Bisbee 2018 to benefit Easterseals Blake Foundation

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Monday, August 27, 2018
Skaggs family, United States, Finance, Easterseals, Safeway Inc., Albertsons, ARIZONA, Cochise, Disability

"We are thrilled for this opportunity to partner with Safeway and other Cochise County businesses to benefit our programs serving Arizona's most vulnerable children," said Ema Kammeyer, CEO, Easterseals Blake Foundation.

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  • "We are thrilled for this opportunity to partner with Safeway and other Cochise County businesses to benefit our programs serving Arizona's most vulnerable children," said Ema Kammeyer, CEO, Easterseals Blake Foundation.
  • For nearly 100 years, Easterseals has been the indispensable resource for people and families facing disability.
  • Easterseals Blake Foundation (EBF) is dedicated to the vision of a Southern Arizona community where all people live healthy, productive, and independent lives.
  • In 2017 alone, along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, the Company gave nearly $300 million in food and financial support.

Kumana's Avocado Sauces Extends Distribution to Safeway and Albertsons Stores on the West Coast

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Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Skaggs family, Safeway Inc., Finance, Western United States, Economy of the United States, Vons, Albertsons, Avocado sauce

Additionally, Kumana will also be available in approximately 308 Albertsons, Vons, and Pavillions locations across Southern California starting in September.

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  • Additionally, Kumana will also be available in approximately 308 Albertsons, Vons, and Pavillions locations across Southern California starting in September.
  • Founded in Los Angeles, the cultural epicenter of international flavors, Kumana's Avocado Sauces were inspired by the LA food culture and created for today's modern taste buds.
  • Kumana Avocado Sauces will be available at Safeway stores in Denver, CO starting in August and will also be available in Albertsons, Vons and Pavillions stores in Southern California starting in September.
  • Inspired by a beloved Venezuelan staple, Kumana introduced the first shelf-stable avocado sauces that are plant-based, non-GMO, and gluten-free.

120-Acre, $3-Billion Market Park San Jose Welcomes Safeway as Retail Center Anchor

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Monday, July 30, 2018
Safeway Inc., Geography of California, Finance, Safeway, California, San Jose, California, Albertsons

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Safeway, which has served San Jose since 1926 and is now part of one of the largest food and drug retail chains in the U.S., will anchor a 100,000 sq.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Safeway, which has served San Jose since 1926 and is now part of one of the largest food and drug retail chains in the U.S., will anchor a 100,000 sq.
  • ft. retail center in the North Village of Market Park San Jose.
  • "Market Park is an ideal location for a new Safeway," said Brad Street, president of Safeway Northern California.
  • Or go to the Market Park San Jose website at marketparksanjose.com .

New Rosé Inspired by Cirque du Soleil Launches Nationwide

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Monday, June 18, 2018
Skaggs family, Cirque du Soleil, Albertsons, Economy of the United States, Soleil, Shaw's and Star Market, Entertainment, Western United States

HEALDSBURG, Calif., June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Truett-Hurst Winery , in partnership with the Albertsons Companies family of stores,announces the release of a new ros wine inspired by Cirque du Soleil.

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  • HEALDSBURG, Calif., June 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Truett-Hurst Winery , in partnership with the Albertsons Companies family of stores,announces the release of a new ros wine inspired by Cirque du Soleil.
  • Albertsons Companies will carry the Cirque du Soleil Ros in banner locations across the United States, including Vons, Safeway, Albertsons, Tom Thumb, Jewel Osco, Randalls, Shaw's, and more.
  • At Cirque du Soleil, we embrace those who audaciously want to do, try, see and feel things differently, and this is one of the reasons why we agreed to take on this adventure," said Jonathan Ttrault, President and COO of Cirque du Soleil brand.
  • Cirque du Soleil - Originally composed of 20 street performers in 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group completely reinvented circus arts and went on to become a world leader in live entertainment.

Bali Juice Available Throughout California

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Thursday, April 26, 2018
Food and drink, Crops, Non-alcoholic drinks, Flora of Indonesia, Garcinia, Purple mangosteen, Juice, Vons, Sugar, Albertsons, Mango

LOS ANGELES, April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Bali, the first 100 percent Mangosteen fruit juice, is coming just in time for spring with a launch across all Albertsons, Von's and Pavilions grocery stores in Southern California.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Bali, the first 100 percent Mangosteen fruit juice, is coming just in time for spring with a launch across all Albertsons, Von's and Pavilions grocery stores in Southern California.
  • Bali is the first 'retail ready' Mangosteen juice on the market today.
  • They have a great presence in the US and we will be supporting them with our best efforts to bring the taste of Mangosteen juice to everyone."
  • Bali is 100% pure juice, low in naturally occurring sugars with no added sugar or sweeteners.

New President Joins Jobletics to Drive Growth

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Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Sainsbury's, Skaggs family, Economy of the United States, Shaw's and Star Market, SuperValu, Albertsons, Star Market, Price Chopper Supermarkets, Marsh Supermarkets, Price Chopper, Western United States, Stop & Shop/Giant-Landover

He has held senior positions with several grocery chains, including Chairman & CEO of Marsh Supermarkets, President of Stop and Shop New England, and Executive Vice President at Price Chopper Supermarkets.

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  • He has held senior positions with several grocery chains, including Chairman & CEO of Marsh Supermarkets, President of Stop and Shop New England, and Executive Vice President at Price Chopper Supermarkets.
  • In addition, he has had key Vice President positions at Albertsons, Star Markets, and Shaw's Supermarkets.
  • "Joe has been working as an Advisor with us and sees so much opportunity that he has agreed to join as President," said Rahul Sharma, CEO and Co-Founder of Jobletics.
  • As a sign of that growth, Jobletics also announced the addition of 2 major clients to its expanding client list.