Dollar General

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Mixue sells 45-cent ice cream cones out of 47,000 stores. The blueprint came from watching how Dollar General beat Walmart.

Major retailers including Dollar General and Ulta Beauty are leveraging predictive models and agentic AI to optimize supply chains and internal corporate workflows.

The discount retailer is implementing a unified AI platform from Relex Solutions to coordinate forecasting and replenishment across its 21,000 stores and 34 distribution centers.

The 21,000-unit dollar store chain is leveraging AI and its massive physical footprint to grow its retail media network for advertisers.

Target's $1 billion turnaround strategy is yielding positive results, with the retail giant reporting a 5.1% increase in year-over-year store visits during the first quarter.

All Five Ahold Delhaize USA banners have launched on-demand delivery via Uber Eats across nearly 2,000 grocery locations to enhance convenience and customer reach.

Shipley Donuts, the nation's largest brand of fresh, handmade donuts and kolaches, has expanded its senior leadership team with the addition of new Chief Operating Officer Matt Kafka, Chief Development…

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is in the news lately, soNumerator tracked purchase data and surveyed verified buyers to update its SNAP Insights Center.

Mitchell Lee, senior director of franchise development for Buddy's Home Furnishings, shares his experience in car sales and how it applies to franchise development.

Neesh Patel thrives as Biscuit Belly franchisee with two locations

A real estate article discussing various trends and news in the industry, including CMBS delinquency rates and office-to-residential conversion incentives.

Dollar General is a company-owned and operated discount retailer with over 19,000 stores across the US, offering investment opportunities through stock or land leasing.

Papa John's International, Inc. has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors, John Garratt and Stephen Gibbs.

Zaxby’s appoints Donny Lau as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience from Dollar General and Yum! Brands.

Cambria Hotels celebrates the grand opening of its second location in Nashville, Tennessee, providing modern travelers with upscale accommodations.

Cambria Hotels grows its Music City presence with a new opening in Nashville, offering a unique blend of leisure and business attractions.

SONIC Drive-In launches its new Singles-To-Go Drink Mixes, offering fans access to the brand's iconic flavors in a convenient, on-the-go format.

A roundup of consumer marketing news and trends for the coming year, including the impact of COVID-19 on restaurants.

Bloomin' Brands, Inc. added John P. Gainor, Jr. and Lawrence V. Jackson to its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2020.

The Wall Street Journal tracks companies that are hiring and firing amid the pandemic, with some franchise brands represented on the list.

Dollar General targets wealthier customers with new items, including home goods and gift bags, to encourage core customers to spend more.

When Len Silverman left corporate America 14 years ago, he made a vow to himself that he would be his own boss moving forward.