Walgreens plans sourcing event for diverse suppliersThe pharmacy retail chain will hold its Supplier Diversity Summit event from April 5-8 in hopes of finding new vendors for its private label products. Tops spotlights organics for the new yearThe retailer carries more than 4,000 organic products, including items from its Full Circle own brand. Retailer also kicked off its register campaign benefiting food banks. Placer.ai shares early retail predictions for 2022 The data company made predictions on which retailers will perform well this year, and many of them are fueled by a strong private label selection. Firework platform adds new executives to team Firework, a company helping retailers use technology to better leverage own brands, has added four new hires to its leadership team. Sustainable packaging company expands team The personnel moves join new facility expansions in the United States. Buyk leans into European roots for first store brand program CEO James Walker told Store Brands that private label will represent 40% of the product mix and will be a “core element” of the deliverer’s strategy. Flavorman celebrates 30 years, details expansion The beverage development company was founded in 1992 and continues to grow to meet private label needs. Conn’s charts three-year growth plan CEO Chandra Holt discussed the specialty retailer’s gains from its first private label product and more during Investor Day presentation. Meijer seeks new and diverse suppliers and providers The Midwest retail giant will host a three-day event to find diverse product suppliers and service providers. Amazon to open brick-and-mortar fashion store The retailer’s leading own brand category is apparel, which will be featured in the store along with emerging designers. First Previous 398 399 400 401 402 Next Last