Strategies & Solutions

Inside the rebranding of 365 Everyday Value
Whole Foods has created a cleaner new own brand for its 365 label, moving away from some of its original heritage as part of the 365 Store concept
Kroger provides educational hub for managing COVID-19
The retailer’s “Blueprint for Businesses” site includes creative assets and best practices for other stores, businesses to follow to help bend the curve of the coronavirus pandemic

Walgreens marks earth day with new eco-friendly oral care, tableware offerings

The retailer has introduced eco-friendly toothbrushes and flossers under its Walgreens brand and expanded distribution of its Complete Home line of compostable tableware
Daymon report expects big sales in fresh food

“What’s Next in Fresh” report says the economic downturn from the coronavirus pandemic could fuel sales for fresh food and private brand fresh items in the months ahead
Chewy steps up charity work

Leading pet etailer is donating money to help organizations care for pets in underserved areas during the economic strain of COVID-19
AAK USA hires new manager of personal care team

The company specializes in vegetable fats and oils for private brand products and more, but also has a health and beauty and personal care segment
Don Welge, president of Gilster Mary-Lee dies of COVID-19

Welge was inducted into the Private Label Hall of Fame in 2013, having grown the private label food producer to 8,000 SKUs under 500 private label brands in his more than 60 years at the helm
Questions/Answers: PLMA sizes up impact of COVID-19

Store Brands speaks with Private Label Manufacturers Association’s Brian Sharoff on how the coronavirus pandemic has been impacting the industry
Golden West donates $2M worth of food

Various meats and side dishes went to Los Angeles food banks and first responders
Big Lots TV spot shines light on associates

Percentage of proceeds from the song featured in the ad are going toward healthcare workers