Kathy Leonard on LinkedIn: #publix #publixpharmacy #comegrowwithus (2024)

Publix went from 2.9B in 2022 to 4.3B in 2023 in topline revenue... a lot of this is just price increases.I grew up in Miami. A lot of what this article talks about resonates (https://shorturl.at/coBR8). Anecdotally, all I've heard in the last 6-months from family is that they're driving further to go to Trader Joes or Aldi's.This strikes me as one of the large downsides of American shareholder governance: companies only having a 'duty to shareholders'. In the short-term price increases accomplish the goal of satifying shareholder's need for growth, but when done without any additional value, it makes the company less competitive. Long-run, without having value drivers for price increases, growth slows. Waiting for the article "What happened to Publix?" to come out in the next 5 years.

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In September 2022, Burger owner Restaurant Brands International announced the chain's $400 million ''Reclaim the Flame'' plan in an effort to help the Burger Chain regain its market presence. Now the No. 3 burger chain behind McDonalds and Wendys, Burger King is pouring $150 million into Advertising and Digital Investments to ''Fuel the Flame'' and $250 million towards a ''Royal Reset'' involving restaurant technology equipment, remodels and locations.Additionally with the revamp, the company also hired two (2) former Dominos Executives: Tom Curtis, Burger US President, and Patrick Doyle, Executive Chair of RBI. Wendys has shot up to the No#2 spot from the chain, since 2021 after years of declining sales due to complex menu items, outdated restaurants and slow operations. Burger King profits fell about 20% from 2019 through 2022. To-date it will remain to be seen if the ''Overhaul'' will be equally enough to put the elder of the ''Whopper World'' back into the front row of the supremacy choice among fast food. The Re-Branding and Global Investment efforts of Restaurant Brand International (RBI), reminds me of how vitally important it is when it comes to our corporate life,always be prepared to Re-visit, Re-Brand and most Importantly Invest in your Career and Professional Development to be the best possible you can be, while achieving your goals.

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This was an ongoing concern. Improvements allow adding/linking specials to card/number. The issue has been phones, phone capabilities, households. People recommend doing from computer. Not all have computer. Online delivery orders and curbside present challenges. Order changes involve another service. Payment method card access is accessible to temporary help. Multiple “hand held” and mobile devices retain information. Cross sharing. I asked why all coupons and specials are unable to be linked to Kroger Card number, instead of selected coupons? I didn’t receive a response. I’ve noticed modifications and improvements on a monthly basis. Sometimes, improvement is reversed after a short period? Some locations, have admitted to customers, they are targeting “younger” shoppers. Other locations, intentionally, stocked and set up for families, with children. I’ve noticed, some efforts, in grocery to sell smaller portions and packaging for singles, couples and elderly. Prices were more expensive, in some cases. Same in others. Self serve, allowing personalized quantity selection, were/are difficult to manage. Remodels have been in progress for Walmart, Kroger and Meijer. Store designs and products are based on statistical, demographics captured by rewards cards and local agencies. Scan check out areas have gone through, several, revisions in “software” and processing, in recent 2+ years. Sometimes, new systems were changed, again, within a short period of time.

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Here's a quick recap of what happened in the food and hospitality industry this week!Episode #011 ofSherm's Weekly Insider1) In-N-Out Burger closing its Oakland location, first ever in its history, due to crime🚔🚨2) Following 2 deaths, Panera Bread faces third lawsuit over its caffeinated Charged Lemonade3) The City of Chicago wants to crack down on dollar stores💸💵4)Popular travel center, Buc-ee's, Ltd., opening first location in Arizona🚍🌵🚘🚖5) 's new owner axes made-to-order food service and mobile ordering🪓👋6) With Texas travel booming, Margaritaville to open 2 new resorts in the state🏩🛎️🍹7) Walmart says goodbye to its third top executive, EVP of Neighborhood Market👋👋8) Chipotle Mexican Grill dangles 401(k) matching & student loan payments to attract Gen Z workers🥕🥕9) Trader Joe's wine shop closed after threats of unionization, may be forced to reopen🍷🪧10)Extramile Digital partners with Samsung Electronics to install digital human signage and displays in stores⛽11) Online pharmacy Visory Health names Kroger its preferred partner for drug orders💊💊12) Walmart, Sobeys, and Metro Inc. grocery stores in Canada to launch reusable containers🛒🍇#tagex #shermsweeklyinsider #restaurantequipmentauctions #businessequipmentauctions #equipmentauctions #furnitureliquidations #equipmentliquidations #restaurantauctionsSee sources below⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

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Another guy with a dream and a pick up truck...Cleve Morman and his story is in the "Who Owns the Ice House?" book. It's the foundation for the entrepreneur mindset training by NC IDEA. Jay this us how most businesses start, and this is an actual training how to discover opportunities others overlook! Its not about Silicon Valley venture capital entrepreneurs, I facilitate changes to mindsets for people to achieve a successful future, starting with no ideas, no financial advantage, simply by solving problems in our world.. #whoownstheicehouse #entrepreneurs

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Retail Landscape Evolving: Jacksons Food Stores and Others Expand FootprintJacksons Food Stores is making a strategic expansion into Washington's Tri-Cities, marking a significant step in their growth. This is part of a larger acquisition by PacWest Energy, signaling a strong commitment to community development.Additionally, The Spinx Company is enhancing its presence in South Carolina, Enmarket is collaborating with Bethesda Academy in Georgia for a new store, TravelCenters of America is expanding in North Dakota, and Stewart’s Shops has opened a new location in New York.These expansions reflect the dynamic nature of the retail industry and its role in driving economic growth in various communities.Keep up with the latest in retail expansion: https://hubs.li/Q02cZxl90#RetailGrowth #JacksonsFoodStores #EconomicDevelopment #IndustryExpansion

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