Labor & Employment

Congress seeks to update OTC monograph system
The new OTC legislation would create new pathways to innovation for monograph products benefiting consumers, where none currently exits.
Southeastern Grocers to file for bankruptcy, shutter 94 stores
Southeastern Grocers said it has entered into a restructuring support agreement with a group of creditors and its private equity sponsor regarding a comprehensive financial restructuring that will position the company for long-term financial health.

Weis Markets posts record sales of $3.5 billion for 2017

The company attributed its comparable annual sales increases of 1.5% in 2017 to continuing price investments, disciplined sales promotions and enhanced customer experience.
CHPA honors Perrigo vet with lifetime achievement award

John Hendrickson spent most of his career in the OTC business working for a single company over a span of 29 years - private brand manufacturer Perrigo.
The Exchange rolls out retail management program for vets

In 2017, the Exchange hired more than 1,200 veterans worldwide, and 11.5% of the Exchange’s workforce are veterans.
Editor’s note: boom or bust

A strong economy and higher wages could backfire on retail.
Preparing for the next generation of independent community pharmacy

Independent pharmacy owners who start planning an exit strategy years in advance have a better chance of connecting with the right buyer and securing a more favorable deal.
Estée Lauder adds to brand, retail leadership teams

April K. Anslinger was named senior vice president/general manager of Aveda, North America and Andrea Dorigo was appointed senior vice president, general manager, global retail.
WBA taps new CFO with pharma, CPG pedigree

Current Walgreens Boots Alliance CFO George Fairweather will become a senior advisor to CEO Stefano Pessina for business development and finance, effective June 1.
Walmart's Riedl to depart

Senior vice president of Walmart health and wellness George Riedl will be leaving the company, effective March 16. A Walmart spokesperson did not comment on whether the company has named a successor.

Congress seeks to update OTC monograph system

Southeastern Grocers to file for bankruptcy, shutter 94 stores

Weis Markets posts record sales of $3.5 billion for 2017

CHPA honors Perrigo vet with lifetime achievement award

The Exchange rolls out retail management program for vets

Editor’s note: boom or bust

Preparing for the next generation of independent community pharmacy

Estée Lauder adds to brand, retail leadership teams

WBA taps new CFO with pharma, CPG pedigree

Walmart's Riedl to depart