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In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Albertsons Companies is pledging to support the nationwide effort to vaccinate children ages 5-11 for COVID-19 through school clinics. Our pharmacies will direct vaccine supply and pharmacy staff to thousands of school districts to ensure school clinics are ready to administer pediatric doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to the 28 million children who are now eligible. “We know it is particularly important to offer vaccines in a setting that kids and their parents know and trust, and we’re proud to play a role in helping protect children against COVID-19 by supporting school-based vaccinations.” – Omer Gajial, SVP, Pharmacy and Health https://bit.ly/3CHFThc
Albertsons Companies helps lead the pack in Store Brands Magazine Editors’ Picks 2021! Congratulations to our #OwnBrands team for earning awards across 25 categories for 67 unique items – a new record for the team. "I am so proud of the work the team is delivering for our guests. We are focused on building undisputed quality of our exclusive portfolio of brands with inspiring food, exceptional value, and unparalleled variety only available at Albertsons Companies!" –Chad Coester, SVP, Own Brands
We're grateful for our wonderful Intermountain Division customers and associates, who donated a total of $194,030 in support of Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) during our June checkstand campaign! Congratulations to Albertsons #169 in Boise, ID for collecting the most donations during the campaign! Team 169 recently had the opportunity to help present the check to MDA.
Our Soleil sparkling water got a major refresh this summer with four tasty new flavors, new packaging designed by artists from around the world and a #SipToTheBeat summer promotion with Spotify. Meet the Albertsons Companies #OwnBrands team behind the inspired updates – Shea Friesen, Debbie Lohmeyer, PMP, Sarah Herguth and Bianca Villar.
We are pleased to announce Sharon McCollam will join Albertsons Companies as President and Chief Financial Officer on September 7th, reporting to Vivek Sankaran, Albertsons Cos. Chief Executive Officer. Sharon will succeed Bob Dimond, who will be retiring and remain with the Company as an advisor through February 2022. We want to thank Bob for his countless contributions to Albertsons Cos. over the past seven years and wish him all the best in his retirement. Sharon returns to the retail sector after retiring from Best Buy in 2016 where she served as Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative and Chief Financial Officer. She is broadly recognized as the co-pilot of Best Buy’s Renew Blue transformation, which has been regarded as one of the foremost omni-channel transformations in the retail sector. Prior to Best Buy, Sharon held several leadership positions at Williams-Sonoma, Inc., including Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer. Welcome to the team, Sharon! Read more: https://bwnews.pr/3lRrn0D
Get more from your local Albertsons Companies store! We’re excited to announce the launch of our three newest offerings: a free Deals & Delivery app, the new “Albertsons for U” shopper loyalty program, and FreshPass™, our exclusive unlimited grocery delivery service with member-only perks. “We have been in lock-step with our customers and today’s launch of our new Deals & Delivery app, our “Albertsons for U” loyalty program and FreshPass™ subscription service exemplifies our commitment to innovation and customer service, meeting shoppers where they want to shop whether that be in store, curbside, or at home.” Chris Rupp, EVP and Chief Customer and Digital Officer Learn more: https://bwnews.pr/3stelrB
Several unsuspecting shoppers at Albertsons in Boise, ID were recently in for a shock when they ventured into the dairy section to buy milk. With the help of Albertsons’ store crew, got milk? built a gym – yes, a gym – behind the milk fridge. What’s more, in the conspicuously sleek fitness center were best-in-class athletes 2021 Olympian Ariel Torres and three-time Olympic gold medalist Kristin Armstrong Savola! The awesome, real-life stunt underscores the important relationship between real, delicious dairy milk and athletic performance. Learn more: https://prn.to/2STFIOh #HoldMyMilk #GotMilk #LegendairyLucerne
Congratulations to our Chief Data Officer, Danielle Crop, for being honored with a Constellation Research, Inc. Business Transformation 150 award! The BT150 recognizes top global executives leading business transformation efforts in their organizations. As Chief Data Officer, Danielle is responsible for realizing the potential of Albertsons Companies' rich data assets across diverse customer and partner relationships through creation of common products, platforms, tools, infrastructure, science, and education to leverage data as an asset to drive revenue. Danielle holds both a Bachelor of Applied Science in Quantitative Terrestrial Ecology and a Master of Science in Statistics from Oregon State University. She lives in Phoenix with her husband Chris and their daughter Anna. In her free time, Danielle enjoys reading, gardening and watching Wes Anderson movies.
Today Albertsons Companies shared Q1 FY21 results. Thanks to our associates, customers and partners, our fiscal year is off to a strong start, with identical store sales up 16.5% on a two-year stacked basis and Own Brands sales penetration reaching 25.2%. “We are closer to our customers than ever before, and are well positioned for continued success as we execute on our strategic priorities, leveraging our strengths in fresh, Own Brands and our accelerating digital transformation." – Vivek Sankaran, President & CEO To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3y8eFOu
Albertsons Companies is committed to providing resources that help our communities stay healthy and safe. Our latest offerings now include downloadable digital vaccine records, over-the-counter rapid Antigen Self Tests, online vaccine availability maps on Nextdoor, and discounted Lyft rides to and from any Albertsons Companies pharmacy for vaccinations. Albertsons Companies has administered 6 million COVID-19 vaccinations to date through our 1,700 pharmacies nationwide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zdC5SS
