Kovacs is at the forefront of the retailer's own brand innovation and is credited with using her experience with trendspotting and immersing herself in the lifestyle of customers.
Applegate is credited with driving new marketing partnerships and creating new promotional opportunities in television, movies, and radio to boost the company's private label assortment.
The grocer's fourth annual Better Neighbor Report outlines the company's efforts to give back to local communities and limit its impact on the environment.