Publix Advances In Q1
Publix reported a robust first quarter, with strong sales growth and earnings boosted by gains on equity securities.
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Publix Elects Jenkins To Board
During its annual meeting of stockholders, Publix elected Jennifer Jenkins to its board of directors. In addition, Barney Barnett, Jane Finley and Charlie Jenkins Jr. retired from the board.
Publix Names VP/General Counsel
After 21 years of service, Publix svp/general counsel and secretary John Attaway is retiring May 31, 2019. Upon Attaway’s retirement, Merriann Metz will be promoted to vp/general counsel and secretary.
Publix Sales Rise In Q4
Publix’s sales for the fourth quarter were $9.3 billion, a 3.8% increase from $8.9 billion in 2017. Comparable store sales increased 1.1%.
Publix Expanding GreenWise Stores
As it continues expanding its natural and organic food store format, Publix has selected new GreenWise Market locations in Odessa, FL, Nocatee, FL, and Lexington, SC.
Publix Names VP/Manufacturing
Publix has promoted director of manufacturing Doug Harris to vp/manufacturing, effective May 1, 2019.
Publix VP/Manufacturing To Retire
After 38 years of dedicated service, Publix vp/manufacturing Jeff Stephens announced his decision to retire, effective May 1, 2019.
Publix To Debut Online Aprons Cooking School Classes
Publix Super Markets is planning to debut its first online Aprons Cooking School class. The class will premiere on YouTube, and two additional classes are planned for February and March.
Publix Named A Top Diversity Workplace
Great Place to Work Institute and Fortune magazine have recognized Publix Super Markets as one of the 2018 Best Workplaces for Diversity, ranking it number three out of 100 companies, up from number six last year.
Publix Cited As Top Workplace For Veterans
In an inaugural list the company created, job site Indeed named Publix Super Markets one of its Top-Rated Workplaces for Veterans.
Publix Produces Solid Q3
Despite dealing with Hurricanes Irma, Florence and Michael, Publix grew both sales and earnings in its third quarter.
Publix Reinforces Executive Team
Publix has promoted several executives, effective January 1, 2019, including a new president of the company.
Publix To Expand Lakeland Headquarters
Publix plans to expand its headquarters in Lakeland, FL, and add 700 additional jobs by the end of 2027.
Publix Sales Rise In Q2
Publix net sales rose in the second quarter, and strong earnings benefited from the government’s tax cuts.
Publix Acquires Winn-Dixie Lease
Supermarket chain Publix has acquired a store lease from Winn-Dixie.
Publix Purchases Florida Safeway Stores
Publix has entered into an agreement to purchase three Florida stores from Safeway.
KPMG Spotlights Customer Experience Leaders
A report from audit, tax and advisory firm KPMG, the 2018 U.S. Customer Experience Excellence Analysis, identified companies that offer the best personal experiences to their customer, and four retailers made the top tier of the list.
Publix Names VP/Pharmacy
Dain Rusk will be joining Publix as vp/pharmacy, effective June 1, 2018.
Publix Comps Rise In Q1
Publix showed growth during its first quarter, highlighted by a solid rise in comparable store sales.
Amazon Tops Harris Poll Reputation Study
For the third straight year, consumers voted Amazon number one in Harris Poll’s Reputation Quotient survey.