Articles By Megan Zielinski

  1. Wegmans Increases Gluten Free Line To Meet Customer Needs 7/8/2014

    As of the end of June, Wegmans announced all varieties of sushi prepared in the Wegmans Food Market are entirely free of Gluten—enabling customers with certain dietary needs to confidently enjoy the delicacy.

  2. Kroger Enhances It's Omnichannel Experience 7/7/2014

    On July 2, Kroger and Vitacost.com announced a merger settlement, by which Kroger will purchase all outstanding shares of Vitacost.com for roughly $280 million—bringing in advanced technology and an extensive selection of products to enrich Kroger’s ecommerce channel.

  3. Best Buy's New Engaging Photography Webpage Enhances The Customer Experience 7/3/2014

    On June 29, Best Buy announced the introduction of newly-designed Best Buy photography webpage, providing customers with photography how-to guides, helpful videos, along with recommended high-quality cameras, lenses, DSLRs, camcorders, and accessories available for sale.

  4. Meijer Sponsoring Pharmacy Technician Program To Provide Superior Service To Customers 7/3/2014

    Meijer announced the company will be supporting the pharmacy technician program at West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology (WMCAT), investing in the future employment for its pharmacies in the West Michigan stores.

  5. J.C. Penny Uses Social Media To Raise Funds For Troops 7/3/2014

    J.C. Penny Company recently announced its partnership with Grammy nominated country music superstar Blake Shelton, sponsoring the artist’s 2014 “Ten Times Crazier” tour, raising awareness and donations to America’s military families through the United States Organizations (USO). The retailer is also offering 20 percent off of store purchases to all currently serving and to their family members during the Fourth of July holiday.

  6. Limited Brand, Henri Bendel Collaborating With Cornelia Webb For Improved Customer Experience 7/2/2014

    Limited Brand, Henri Bendel, a sophisticated, chic line of jewelry, bags, and other accessories has partnered with Stockholm-based jewelry brand, Cornelia Webb, providing shoppers at Henri Bendel.com and the New York Flagship store with 5 exclusive, versatile body jewelry designs that accentuate the beauty of a woman’s body.

  7. CVS Unveils New Healthy Food Options To Improve Customer Experience 7/2/2014

    As of June 30, CVS introduced its new line of healthy food options, “Gold Emblem Abound” to store shelves nationwide, providing customers with a wide variety of nutritious and affordable consumable options. CVS is also implementing a new directory program, “Fit Choices,”enabling customers to conveniently find the right snack suitable for their needs by color-coded labels.

  8. IKEA Bumping-Up Minimum Wage, Benefiting Nearly 50% Of U.S. Employees 7/1/2014

    On June 26, IKEA announced that the average minimum hourly wage for U.S. employees will be raised to $10.76, beginning January 1, 2015 — an increase of $1.59 by 17 percent, at $3.51 above the federal minimum wage.

  9. Best Buy Improves Mobile Phone Shopping Experience 6/30/2014

    From June 29 to July 12, Best Buy customers have the opportunity to be rewarded with a $50 Best Buy gift card with the purchase and activation of a new mobile phone from all carriers including, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint. 

  10. Starbucks Expanding Selection Of Healthy Beverages To Meet Customer Demand 6/30/2014

    Evolution Fresh, a natural juicing company acquired by Starbucks, will be adding more delicious flavors into their assortment of cold-pressed green juices and through partnership with Dannon, will be testing store-made juice smoothies made with Greek yogurt in select Starbuck locations, providing consumers with high-quality, great tasting healthy beverage choices in Starbucks and their local grocery store.