Ahold Delhaize

With coffee, doughnuts, and strong sales, branded in-store cafes are becoming integral top destination-oriented retailing.

ZAANDAM, the Netherlands -- Ahold yesterday said it has named Kerry Underhill s.v.p. corporate communications, effective July 1. In this position he will report to president and c.e.o., Anders Moberg.

BRUSSELS, Belgium -- Delhaize Group, the Belgium-based parent company of Food Lion, Hannaford, and Kash n' Karry/Sweetbay in the United States, said yesterday it has completed the earlier-announced acquisition of Cash Fresh in Belgium, after unconditional approval by the Belgian antitrust authorities.

Diversity management is evolving from the right thing to do into a competitive advantage.

With successful pilots and an effective customization tool, Ahold's Rhonda Horn has been making the business case for global data synchronization at her company's disparate units.

ZAANDAM, The Netherlands -- A key architect of Ahold's ongoing "Road to Recovery" turnaround strategy is leaving the global retailer, to pursue a new career in a different industry.

WASHINGTON -- "Keep it cool" is the message the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture is broadcasting as part of its national campaign to spread the word about ways to reduce cases of foodborne illness.

ZAANDAM, The Netherlands -- At its shareholders meeting this week, Ahold c.e.o. Anders Moberg told shareholders substantial progress is being made on the company's "Road to Recovery" plan implemented to remedy mounting losses in the wake of a large accounting scandal that erupted two years ago.