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Oliver’s Market Now 100% Employee Owned

In a landmark move for employee participation and community engagement, Oliver’s Market, a beloved independent grocer in Sonoma County, California, has transitioned to 100% employee ownership. This significant change was finalized on October 31, marking the culmination of a gradual…

How Save A Lot Is Meeting Customers Where They Are

In the fast-paced grocery industry, understanding and adapting to consumer behavior is crucial. The current landscape reveals a shift in shopping habits, with many customers now frequenting multiple grocery stores. During the recent Grocery Impact event in Orlando, Save A…

Brookshire Grocery Co. Hit With Infringement Lawsuit

In a notable development within the retail sector, Alpha Modus Corp., a technology enterprise specializing in artificial intelligence applications for retail, has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Brookshire Grocery Co. The case, filed in the U.S. District Court for…

Retired President/CEO of Unified Grocers Passes Away

The grocery industry mourns the loss of Alfred A. “Al” Plamann, who passed away on October 13 at the age of 82. His innovative leadership and strategic vision left a mark on Unified Grocers, where he served as president and…