Beyond the financial commitment to CHF, King Soopers also is taking steps to support associates, including those directly affected by the March 22 shooting at a Boulder, Colo., King Soopers store.
Jill Pavlovich joined the retailer as senior vice president of digital commerce, coming from Wayfair where she launched more than 90 exclusive brands. Her appointment is joined by the hiring of Jake Griffith, a former Walmart executive.
Following a preview early in the month, the Drew Barrymore-backed brand of more than 150 kitchen items and appliances launches fully online and in stores April 19.
With a rebranding from Kwik Chek to Texas Born (TXB), the regional chain has overhauled its private brands and foodservice to carry a local flair. The chain's foodservice leader talks about the change.
The private brand producer of shelf-stable juices saw annual sales jump 18% in 2020, while sales in Q4 were up more than 19%. The company also promoted Vincent Timpano to its executive team.
JCPenney is debuting three swim brands and a new athletic wear brand as it expands apparel and home goods offerings from its private and exclusive brands.
