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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Suzy Monford steps down as CEO of Heritage Grocers Group
You can find original article here Supermarketnews. Subscribe to our free daily Supermarketnews newsletter. Hispanic grocer Heritage Grocers Group announced Thursday that after eight months in the role, Suzy Monford is stepping down from her position as CEO and chairperson. Industry veteran David Hirz, who most recently served as president and CEO of Smart & Final, was named chairman of the board, and a group of senior leaders at the company will take over CEO duties while Heritage searches for a replacement. Hirz has served on the board for the last year, Heritage said. 'These changes will support the company's core mission of serving its communities, long-term growth and continued operational excellence,' the company said in a press release. 'Suzy Monford has stepped down from her role as Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer to pursue other opportunities.' The new CEO executive team includes: Prabash Coswatte, chief operating officer Leticia Espinoza, chief administrative officer and general counsel Matthew Holt, chief financial officer Frank Ingraffia, chief transformation officer and chief executive officer of Tony's Fresh Market 'Throughout my time on Heritage's Board, I have seen firsthand the strength of Heritage's value proposition and customer loyalty across our banners,' Hirz said in a press release. 'We have a unique ability to serve communities with authenticity — and we're committed to carrying that forward. The Heritage Board thanks Suzy for her contributions during her time with the company. I look forward to supporting our team members and the outstanding leaders in the office of the CEO who will help guide Heritage forward while we search for the right leader who shares our passion for customer service and community for the long-term.' Ontario, Calif.-based Heritage Grocers Group operates 115 stores across California, Texas, Nevada, Arizona, Kansas, and Illinois under the banners Cardenas Markets (58), El Rancho Supermercado (29), Tony's Fresh Market (21), and Los Altos Ranch Market (7). Prior to joining Heritage in late November, Monford served as CEO of the global retail consulting firm, Food Sport International. Prior to her time in that role, she spent less than a year at PCC Community Markets and a little over a year at Kroger, serving as VP of Fresh and later as group VP of Ecommerce New Markets. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Heritage Grocers' CEO exits
Dive Brief: Heritage Grocers Group announced Thursday that Suzy Monford has stepped down as board chair and CEO to "pursue other opportunities." Monford joined the company as chief executive at the end of last grocery company, which oversees several Hispanic chains, named David Hirz, who most recently served as president and CEO of Smart & Final, as chair of the company company also created an Office of the CEO to guide the company as it searches for a replacement. The group is comprised of senior leaders, including its COO and CFO as well as the CEO of Tony's Fresh Market. Copyright 2025 Industry Dive. All rights reserved.
Business Wire
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Heritage Grocers Group to Unify Pricing and Supply Chain Planning with RELEX
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Heritage Grocers Group, a leading U.S.-based specialty grocer, has selected RELEX Solutions, a provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, to transform its pricing, promotions, forecasting, and distribution center replenishment. By leveraging the RELEX AI-powered platform, Heritage Grocers aims to boost profitability, streamline operations, and enhance product availability across its 115 stores. Heritage Grocers has built a family of grocery chains that connects shoppers to Hispanic culinary traditions, offering ingredients for cherished family recipes and cultural cuisine through real people who truly care. The company operates 115 stores and three distribution centers, managing approximately 20,000 SKUs. By replacing manual, spreadsheet-based processes with the RELEX platform, Heritage Grocers gains a unified approach to retail planning. Forecasting, replenishment, pricing, and promotions all operate on a single platform, aligning pricing strategies with business goals and optimizing promotions for greater sales and profitability. This consistent data foundation gives teams full visibility into cross-departmental impacts, empowering promotional planners to account for supply chain constraints and replenishment teams to anticipate promotion-driven demand, minimizing costs and waste. This connected approach leverages advanced AI to identify patterns across the business, such as seasonal demand shifts, customer responses to price changes or promotions, slow-moving inventory, and the impact of promotions on supply chain constraints. By translating these insights into actionable recommendations, the platform will enable Heritage Grocers to optimize inventory levels, pricing decisions, and promotional effectiveness. 'RELEX demonstrated strong capabilities in critical areas of our business, such as pricing, and showed us the unique benefits of their unified platform,' said Prabash Coswatte, COO, Heritage Grocers Group. 'Their advanced technology and proven AI-based applications, validated by conversations multiple customers, gave us confidence that this project will deliver the best results for our business.' 'We're excited to support Heritage Grocers Group in their strategy to unify pricing and supply chain operations,' said Mikko Kärkkäinen, Co-founder and Group CEO at RELEX Solutions. 'Our deep, industry-focused functionality will help Heritage connect their planning processes across different business functions, driving better overall results. Our proven track record of successful implementations means they can count on measurable value, quickly.' About Heritage Grocers Group: Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) the largest specialty, ethnic food retailer that offers an extensive assortment of both traditional and specialty grocery items to the communities it serves. With a unique customer experience focused on freshness, authenticity, and affordability, the HGG family of destination groceries incorporate freshly made ethnic foods, differentiated floor formats presenting distinct specialty categories and localized assortments that engage with each community. Headquartered in Ontario, California, Heritage Grocers Group operates in six states: California, Texas, Nevada, Arizona, Kansas, and Illinois, with a total of 57 stores under the Cardenas Markets banner, 29 stores under the El Rancho Supermercado banner, 21 stores under Tony's Fresh Market banner, and 7 stores under the Los Altos Ranch Market banner. About RELEX: RELEX Solutions delivers a unified platform for retail, manufacturing, and supply chain planning, enabled by proven AI technology. We help retailers, manufacturers, and consumer goods companies optimize demand forecasting, replenishment, merchandising, pricing and promotions, supply chain operations, and production planning across the end-to-end value chain. Companies like ADUSA, AutoZone, Coles, Circle K, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, M&S Food, PetSmart, Rituals, The Home Depot, and Systemair trust RELEX to increase product availability, boost sales, deliver actionable insights, improve sustainability, and drive profitable growth.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Heritage Grocers Group Launches 'A Cut Above the Rest' Meat Campaign at Tony's Fresh Market
Where Quality Meets Craftsmanship: Tony's is Chicagoland's Meat Expert Where Quality Meets Craftsmanship: Tony's is Chicagoland's Meat Expert A Cut Above the Rest ITASCA, Ill., June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heritage Grocers Group ('Heritage' or 'HGG'), the largest Hispanic and ethnic food retailer in the country, is excited to announce the launch of Meat Campaign at its Chicago-based banner company Tony's Fresh Market. This initiative highlights Tony's long-standing commitment to delivering premium meats with unmatched quality, variety, and service across Chicagoland. 'Our meat department is built on four core pillars: quality, variety, freshness, and in-house expert butchers,' said Vince Gambino, Chief Merchandising Officer for Tony's Fresh Market. 'At the heart of this campaign is a simple promise: to ensure every customer receives the best cut, every time. From everyday meals to special occasions, our customers can count on Tony's for unmatched quality and trusted expertise'. Campaign Highlights Include: A Cut Above the Rest: Celebrating Tony's commitment to quality with USDA Choice beef, vegetarian-fed chicken, a full-service seafood department, and house-made sausages crafted with care. Experts in Every Cut: Skilled butchers offering custom cuts, expert craftsmanship and cooking tips. Recipe Contest: Tony's Fresh Market invites customers to enter Tony's Grill Games Contest by sharing their favorite recipe on Instagram. To participate, customers can post a recipe using the hashtag #TonysGrillGames, tag @TonysFreshMarket, and follow the account. One lucky winner will receive a grand prize package including a $750 Tony's Fresh Market Gift Card, a Traeger Grill, and a selection of premium grilling accessories. For more information visit: Tony's Fresh Market continues to set the standard for meat excellence in the region by offering excellent quality in addition to a trusted experience rooted in tradition, exceptional service, and a deep commitment to the Chicagoland area it has served for over 45 years. About Heritage Grocers Group:Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) the largest specialty, ethnic food retailer that offers an extensive assortment of both traditional and specialty grocery items to the communities it serves. With a unique customer experience focused on freshness, authenticity, and affordability, the HGG family of destination groceries incorporate freshly made ethnic foods, differentiated floor formats presenting distinct specialty categories and localized assortments that engage with each community. Headquartered in Ontario, California, Heritage Grocers Group operates in six states: California, Texas, Nevada, Arizona, Kansas, and Illinois, with a total of 57 stores under the Cardenas Markets banner, 29 stores under the El Rancho Supermercado banner, 21 stores under Tony's Fresh Market banner, and 7 stores under the Los Altos Ranch Market banner. Contact Marisa Kutansky Senior Communications DirectorTel: (909) 923-7426 ext. 1414Email: mkutansky@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
Associated Press
11-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Heritage Grocers Group Launches 'A Cut Above the Rest' Meat Campaign at Tony's Fresh Market
ITASCA, Ill., June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heritage Grocers Group ('Heritage' or 'HGG'), the largest Hispanic and ethnic food retailer in the country, is excited to announce the launch of 'A Cut Above the Rest' Meat Campaign at its Chicago-based banner company Tony's Fresh Market. This initiative highlights Tony's long-standing commitment to delivering premium meats with unmatched quality, variety, and service across Chicagoland. 'Our meat department is built on four core pillars: quality, variety, freshness, and in-house expert butchers,' said Vince Gambino, Chief Merchandising Officer for Tony's Fresh Market. 'At the heart of this campaign is a simple promise: to ensure every customer receives the best cut, every time. From everyday meals to special occasions, our customers can count on Tony's for unmatched quality and trusted expertise'. Campaign Highlights Include: Tony's Fresh Market continues to set the standard for meat excellence in the region by offering excellent quality in addition to a trusted experience rooted in tradition, exceptional service, and a deep commitment to the Chicagoland area it has served for over 45 years. About Heritage Grocers Group: Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) the largest specialty, ethnic food retailer that offers an extensive assortment of both traditional and specialty grocery items to the communities it serves. With a unique customer experience focused on freshness, authenticity, and affordability, the HGG family of destination groceries incorporate freshly made ethnic foods, differentiated floor formats presenting distinct specialty categories and localized assortments that engage with each community. Headquartered in Ontario, California, Heritage Grocers Group operates in six states: California, Texas, Nevada, Arizona, Kansas, and Illinois, with a total of 57 stores under the Cardenas Markets banner, 29 stores under the El Rancho Supermercado banner, 21 stores under Tony's Fresh Market banner, and 7 stores under the Los Altos Ranch Market banner. Contact Marisa Kutansky Senior Communications Director Tel: (909) 923-7426 ext. 1414 Email: [email protected] Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
