Gina Acosta

5 days ago | progressivegrocer.com | Gina Acosta

The retailer navigates consumer spending shifts and political fallout Target has recommitted to providing a great in-store experience. Target is experiencing one of its most difficult times in recent memory. CEO Brian Cornell acknowledged in an internal email last month – subsequently published in Target’s hometown newspaper, the Star Tribune – that the company has had “a tough few months,” and cited silence from leadership that has created uncertainty among staff.

5 days ago | progressivegrocer.com | Gina Acosta

North America President Racquel Harris Mason shares her pioneering path to C-suite success, and how she keeps herself and her teams motivated by knowing her “why" A seasoned global business leader, Racquel Harris Mason built her career delivering results by inspiring engaged teams, profitably building businesses and developing collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.

5 days ago | progressivegrocer.com | Gina Acosta

EVP of Growth and Development Christina Minardi discusses the formative experiences that led to her finding her “home” at the natural food retailer As the EVP of growth and development at Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market, Christina Minardi draws upon her experience and passion for innovation to oversee the company’s real estate, construction, store design and several strategic growth initiatives. As part of her role, Minardi leads all global real estate for Amazon, including Whole Foods.

6 days ago | progressivegrocer.com | Gina Acosta

PG: Grocery stores operate in tight-margin environments. How does Avidbots help retailers justify the upfront investment in automation? FS: Again, our clients think about robots not as “nice-to-haves,” but instead as technology that can contribute to bolstering their bottom line. This is a cost-avoidance initiative – rather than a large upfront investment – in most scenarios we see.

1 month ago | progressivegrocer.com | Gina Acosta

New formats, leadership and strategies set the stage for a reinvention At an Amazon Fresh store in Torrance, Calif., deals abound for Prime members. It has been said many times before, but Amazon is about to drastically change the grocery business. Since Buechel took the top job at Whole Foods Market in 2022, the Austin, Texas-based retailer has driven higher profitability and sales for Amazon’s physical stores segment.