Corporate Governance

Transora, the global eMarketplace for consumer packaged goods (CPG) suppliers, manufacturers and retailers, today announced that it has appointed Graham Hodge as its new General Manager for Europe, effective immediately. Hodge reports to Judith A. Sprieser, Transora's CEO.

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection have resolved an administrative issue relating to the state's Unfair Sales Act.

Webvan Group Inc. announced on Monday that it is in the process of soliciting bids for the purchase of its business units, technology platforms and other assets. Interested parties must submit offers to the company by Aug. 27, 2001.

Big V Supermarkets Inc. said on Thursday that it is reviewing its legal and strategic alternatives in light of the oral decision issued by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware denying Big V's request for a declaratory judgment that the company could withdraw from the Wakefern cooperative without incurring a financial penalty.

Whole Foods Market Inc. announced on Thursday it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Harry's Farmers Market Inc. for approximately $35 million in cash.

Fresh Brands Inc. on Thursday announced the opening of its new flagship Piggly Wiggly supermarket in Sheboygan, Wis., that will serve as a prototype for the company's future Piggly Wiggly stores and remodeling projects.

The WorldWide Retail Exchange, the premier business-to-business exchange for retailers and suppliers, today announced that Markant, the German-based services organization, has joined the Exchange as its newest charter member.

Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. on Wednesday announced the completion of its restructuring plan and results of operations for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 27, 2001.