The technology, which links to a person’s credit card, is already installed at 200 of its stores across the country.
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The technology, which links to a person’s credit card, is already installed at 200 of its stores across the country.
Read ArticleThe company plans to make changes to some regional and global support teams over the next two months, and the changes won’t result in any store closures.
Read ArticleA very disturbing development, on many levels.
Read ArticleBrands need to focus on authenticity and not try to appeal to everyone to win in this space, a panel of former Whole Foods leaders shared during a recent webinar.
Read ArticleWhole Foods made the request to suppliers during a virtual summit in December, as consumers continue to deal with inflation.
Read ArticleYaupon-infused beverages, produce-packed pastas, repurposed pulp and climate-conscious callouts are among the food trends expected to rise in popularity in the next year.
Read ArticleOne of the numerous changes is the introduction of palm-scanning devices, which allow for checkout-free shopping.
Read ArticleJohn Mackey’s new venture, Health America, has raised $31M and counts Walter Robb, former co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, as a partner.
Read ArticleThe program will include a 12-week curriculum, a yearlong mentorship with a Whole Foods Market regional buyer and access to additional supplier benefits to support growth.
Read ArticleSpeaking at The Wall Street Journal’s Global Food Forum, Jason Buechel said one of his goals as the next CEO of Whole Foods Market is “to reconnect to many parts of our heritage as a company.”
Read ArticleCalled the Local and Emerging Accelerator Program, it will offer mentorship directly from Whole Foods Market experts and the potential for financial support to promote business growth.
Read ArticleFunctional beverages made with prebiotics and botanicals, buzz-less spirits, yuzu and Reducetarianism are among the food influences expected to rise in popularity in the next year.
Read ArticleNew data from Placer.ai tracking foot traffic at America’s leading food retailers shows that traffic at Whole Foods – while rebounding – remains lower than it was in 2019, while many rival grocers have staged a stronger recovery.
Read ArticleIn a letter to team members the other day, Whole Foods said that it is merging its global and regional merchandising teams into a single team that will support purchasing across the entire company.
Read ArticleThis exclusive third-party certification program aims to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities and promoting environmental stewardship.
Read ArticleDespite the logistical prowess of Amazon, Whole Foods Market extended its distribution partnership with UNFI until 2027.
Read ArticleUpcycled foods, alternative oils and more sophisticated baby foods top the list for what will be hot in the coming year.
Read ArticleIn an interview with Bloomberg, Whole Foods Market CEO John Mackey said that online sales have surged during the pandemic and some of those shoppers will return to stores when they feel safe again.
Read ArticleIn Brooklyn, the Amazon-owned grocery chain opened its first permanent online-only store to fulfill orders for grocery delivery.
Read ArticleWhile online sales were booming, physical store sales experienced a revenue drop of 13% to $3.8 billion during Q2.
Read ArticleAs the protests continue, Whole Foods maintains its policy of prohibiting employee clothing with wording that is not related to the company.
Read ArticleSo far, the company has already converted six stores — New York City (Bryant Park), San Francisco (SOMA), Baltimore, Austin, Chicago (near DePaul University) and Colorado (Castle Rock).
Read ArticleOnline grocery shopping demand is so great during this coronavirus pandemic that some Whole Foods Market and Kroger stores are being turned into fulfillment centers.
Read ArticleSome retailers have temporarily increased wages or offered bonuses, but Whole Foods, Instacart and Amazon workers have planned walkouts this week to demand safer working conditions.
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