Q1 2026 Team Member Appreciation Week

Happy Team Member Appreciation Week! Everyone who visits the Support Office Tuesday, March 24 through Thursday, March 26 will receive five (5) free raffle tickets!

We are excited to host Team Member Appreciation Week Spirit Days! Tuesday through Thursday, team members who dress up according to the spirit day theme can earn extra raffle tickets by visiting the TMAW table in the Support Office Lobby from 8am – 9:30am or at the Front Desk. This quarter, team members participating in Spirit Days have the chance to enter daily raffles! Make sure to visit the office each day and participate to enter!

  • Tuesday: Garden Party
  • Wednesday: Sproutie Green
  • Thursday: Flower Power

Giving Back

NourishPHX serves as a community hub for families and individuals across Phoenix, providing food, clothing, and other essential resources. Their services go beyond assistance by offering education, job support, and partnerships that help people move toward long-term self-sufficiency.

Drop off donations in the Support Office lobby Tuesday through Thursday from 8am – 9:30am or at the Front Desk to receive a raffle ticket for each item donated!

In honor of National Nutrition Month, help feed Phoenix families by donating new and unopened:

  • Canned Fish & Meat 
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly 
  • Spaghetti Sauce & Pasta 
  • Rice & Whole Grain Cereals 
  • Canned Fruit & Applesauce (no sugar added) 
  • Canned Vegetables (low-sodium) 
  • Oatmeal 
  • Macaroni & Cheese 
  • Beans – Dry or Canned 
  • Soups, Stews & Chili with Protein 
  • Whole Grain Crackers 
  • Granola Bars 
  • Bottled Water 

Clear out the clutter & Spring into a fresh start

Spring is here, and it’s the perfect moment to prune the clutter! In the spirit of spring cleaning—and our upcoming move—you’ll find extra trash bins on every floor this week. Take a few minutes to clear out the old and make room for a fresh start in our next space.

  • Soft plastics: If you’re clearing out any soft plastics, set them aside — we’ll send them back to the DC for proper recycling.
  • Reusable bags: Have extra Sprouts reusable bags piling up? We can gather those and donate them to our Support Office food bank partner, or save them for a reusable bag drive we will host around Earth Day!
  • Compost: For anything compostable that won’t fit in the Mill bin, we have larger compost barrels in the back that can handle the overflow.
  • E‑waste: Electronics can’t go in the trash. We’ll collect those separately, and they’ll be recycled during our Earth Day e‑waste event.
  • Donate vs. toss: If something is still in good shape, try to donate or recycle it before throwing it away.

Our sustainability team is here to help! They will sort through what each floor collects to make sure items go to the right place whenever possible. If you have any questions, please reach out to Natasha or Jared.

Group Walks on High Street

Step into spring and get moving with guided walks led by our very own Walk Leaders! Join us on High Street at 10am and 2pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for a refreshing break.

These walks are designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect with why we’re here—to help people live and eat better.

Come as you are, walk at your own pace, and bloom a little brighter each day. Want to add more movement to your week? This is an easy, feel‑good way to start.

Appreciation Station

Ready to plant some good vibes? Visit the Appreciation Station, choose a flower notecard, and let a teammate know how they’ve helped you grow. Tiny notes, big impact!

Here’s how it works:

  • Flower Note Cards: Use these to share your message.
  • Display Boards: Notes will be added to boards on each floor for everyone to enjoy.
  • Extra Raffle Ticket: Each note you write earns you one additional raffle ticket for the raffle drawing!

TMAW Events

Tuesday, March 24
  • SPIRIT DAY: Garden Party
  • Pick up raffle tickets, drop off donations, and visit the Appreciation Station – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Organic Blueberries Sampling from IWS – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Group Walk on High Street – 10am-10:20am
  • Yoga & Sound Bath Experience – Workshop 1 – 12pm-1pm
    • Gentle Yoga Flow – 12pm-12:30pm
    • Restorative Sound Bath – 12:35pm-1pm
  • Group Walk on High Street – 2pm-2:20pm
  • Drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
Wednesday, March 25
  • SPIRIT DAY: Sproutie Green
  • Pick up raffle tickets, drop off donations, and visit the Appreciation Station – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Orchid Giveaway from IWS – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Group Walk on High Street – 10am-10:20am
  • Enjoy Lunch from our Culinary Team – Sensory Kitchen/Presentation Room – 11:30am-1pm
  • Group Walk on High Street – 2pm-2:20pm
  • Drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
Thursday, March 26
  • SPIRIT DAY: Flower Power
  • Pick up raffle tickets, drop off donations, and visit the Appreciation Station – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Fresh Baked Cookies from Bakery and IWS – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Parfait Bar from Sprouts Brand – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Group Walk on High Street – 10am-10:20am
  • Group Walk on High Street – 2pm-2:20pm
  • Last call to drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
  • Raffle Drawing – Presentation Room – 3pm
Friday, March 27
  • Don’t forget to shop the 25% Off Discount Day!

TMAW Raffle – Congrats to our winners!

  • Team Member Reserved Parking Spot
    • April 2026: Keevin Simpson
    • May 2026: Roxy L
    • June 2026: Maggie Fenton
  • 25% off Store TM Discount
    • Pam Greene
    • Kristina Zavala
    • Kelly Gross
    • Frank Santos
    • Ben Brajcki
  • So Delicious Swag Bundle
    • MaryRose Scarbrough
    • Michelle Taylor
    • Kristen Zoldan
  • JBL Speaker
    • Jessica Aquino
  • Tates Gift Basket
    • Kristen Zoldan
  • Hydroflask Mega Bundle
    • Tori Williams
  • Sumo Bundle
    • Doug Varaval
    • Jamie Willoughby
    • Jessica Aquino
    • Brian Albert
  • Yeti Hopper Cooler Backpack
    • Jon Shields
  • 6 Free Pints of Alec’s Ice Cream
    • Ian Gearhart
  • $100 Visa Gift Card
    • Tracy Marshall
    • Wes Merz
  • Spongebob Mini Fridge
    • Tynen Greer
    • Branden Eckerson
  • Igloo 38qt Wheelie Cool Mint Rolling Cooler
    • Jack Woodburn
    • Pam Greene
  • wildwonder Wild Mahjong tiles
    • Whitney Caldwell
  • Fishwife cookbook with hat
    • Alexa Hill
  • $100 Buck and Rider Gift Card
    • Claire Peterson
  • GT’s Living Foods Synergy Swag Bundle
    • Laura Wiskerchen
    • Edgar Torres
  • Patagonia Duffel and Cube
    • Andrew Darlington
  • $100 Top Golf Gift Card
    • Michelle Taylor
  • 55 Can Mini Beverage Refrigerator
    • Jac Ross
  • Health and Beauty Mega Basket
    • Jon Grainger

These team members celebrated more than 10 years of service in the month of February!

Happy Anniversary!

15+ Years

Michael Anthony – Store #118 – San Antonio, TX
Raquel Rubio – Store #253 – Escondido, CA
Patricio Reyes – Store #226 – San Diego, CA
Rene Munoz – Store #229 – Poway, CA
Renee Cook – Store #225 – La Mesa, CA
Charlotte Walker – Store #229 – Poway, CA
joshua meyers – Virtual – TX
Carlos Bravo de rueda – Store #229 – Poway, CA
Des’jonique Tilory – Store #226 – San Diego, CA
Victoria Marriott – Store #228 – San Diego, CA
Juan Mata – Store #234 – San Diego, CA
Diane Rands – Store #296 – San Clemente, CA
Jason Alvarado – Store #161 – San Antonio, TX
Luljeta Behluli – Store #202 – El Cajon, CA
Olivia Heredia – Store #443 – Menifee, CA
Sarah Cole – Store #2 – Scottsdale, AZ
Victor Chavez  – Store #207 – Tustin, CA
Elena Thurlby – Store #225 – La Mesa, CA
John Lanning – Store #238 – Yorba Linda, CA
Johanna Long – Store #240 – Costa Mesa, CA
Bryan Umphenour – Store #240 – Costa Mesa, CA
James Choate – Store #22 – Tucson, AZ
Laura Willis – Store #254 – Santee, CA
Sarah Kamm – Store #701 – Albuquerque, NM
Tony Murillo – Virtual – CA
Jesus Salas – Store #31 – Peoria, AZ
Carmela Gallo – Store #237 – Laguna Niguel, CA
Todd Spitzer – Virtual – TX
Doug Gardner – Store #4 – Phoenix, AZ
Kevin Gregg – Store #5 – Mesa, AZ
Tesha Garrett – Store #40 – Laveen, AZ
Brad Saucier – Store #232 – San Diego, CA
Michelle Scheunemann – Store #239 – Carlsbad, CA
Michael Anderson – Store #239 – Carlsbad, CA
Steve Lindop – Store #245 – Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Eleazar Molano – Store #247 – Carlsbad, CA
William Buss – Store #253 – Escondido, CA
Jose Mungaray – Store #435 – Vista, CA
Matthew Ford – Store #22 – Tucson, AZ
Matthew Ellerbroek – Store #24 – Tucson, AZ
Jon Jarrell – Store #41 – Phoenix, AZ
Jennifer Oliver – Store #145 – Rowlett, TX
Heidi Ardizzone – Store #203 – San Marcos, CA
Frank Moller – Store #203 – San Marcos, CA
Johnny Miles – Store #225 – La Mesa, CA
Victor Garcia – Store #439 – Lake Forest, CA
Kacey Robledo – Store #123 – San Antonio, TX
John Rubalcaba – Store #22 – Tucson, AZ
Gisela Hauser – Store #203 – San Marcos, CA
Robert Jusino – Store #203 – San Marcos, CA
Cori Pawlak – Store #232 – San Diego, CA
Yuan Zhu – Store #244 – Fullerton, CA
Amanda Rosson – Store #314 – Denver, CO
Shaun Suase – Store #473 – Visalia, CA
Cahill Hanks – Store #5 – Mesa, AZ
Timothy Sullivan – Store #104 – Southlake, TX
Jerwan Abdullkhalek – Store #107 – Murphy, TX
Hector Barrios Lopez – Store #167 – Fort Worth, TX
Susana Granados – Store #242 – Mission Viejo, CA
Matthew Flanders – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Jose Cazares Villares – Store #32 – Queen Creek, AZ
Fernando Monarez – Store #153 – El Paso, TX
Scott Darley – Store #176 – Overland Park, KS
Crispin Salgado – Store #207 – Tustin, CA
Astrid Rojas – Store #235 – Hemet, CA
Howard Swindler – Store #305 – Aurora, CO
Stacey Koleshis – Store #306 – Centennial, CO
Gayleen Kamper – Store #308 – Greeley, CO
Lisa House – Store #322 – Denver, CO
Adrienne Armijo – Store #706 – Santa Fe, NM
Rene Correa – Virtual – CO
Darla Young – Virtual – KS
Rana Mendoza – Store #13 – Avondale, AZ
Frank Palermo – Store #22 – Tucson, AZ
Aaron Graves – Store #41 – Phoenix, AZ
Monique Rede – Store #210 – Riverside, CA
Eric Sustin – Store #473 – Visalia, CA
Lindsay Robinson – Store #520 – Roswell, GA
Klaus Langheinrich – Store #604 – Holladay, UT
Adam Snuggs – Virtual – CA

10+ Years

Lisa Ann Osofsky – Store #4 – Phoenix, AZ
Scott Day – Store #19 – Scottsdale, AZ
Sarah Rose Bond – Store #36 – Prescott, AZ
Jacqueline Orlando – Store #41 – Phoenix, AZ
Jose Delcampo – Store #149 – Dallas, TX
David Silva – Store #218 – Valencia, CA
Brett Smiley – Store #220 – Thousand Oaks, CA
Tatyana Katekhin – Store #242 – Mission Viejo, CA
Lenora Watson – Store #263 – Citrus Heights, CA
John Tuoto – Store #264 – Whittier, CA
Salvador Manjarrez – Store #277 – Huntington Beach, CA
Barbara Tacker – Store #317 – Greenwood Village, CO
Jesse Oliver – Store #325 – Englewood, CO
Greg Manzer – Store #330 – Loveland, CO
Cynthia Magallanes – Store #407 – Alhambra, CA
Daniel DI Santo – Store #420 – Diamond Bar, CA
A’Yonna Jones – Store #434 – Sacramento, CA
Steve Guzman – Store #440 – Eastvale, CA
Dean Yoshinaga – Store #473 – Visalia, CA
Brendon Burnett – Store #542 – Fayetteville, NC
Ann Heninger – Store #605 – South Jordan, UT
Rachel Oliver – Store #723 – Lees Summit, MO
Cynthia Nix – Store #808 – Oklahoma City, OK
Ray Molina – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Maria Salazar – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Ruben Guerra – Virtual – CA
Timothy Bowman – Virtual – OK
Tim Capps – Virtual – TX
Roxana Elias – Store #107 – Murphy, TX
Juan Rivera – Store #126 – Dallas, TX
Stephanie Budnick – Store #127 – Katy, TX
Julie Newnham-Whitehair – Store #127 – Katy, TX
Manuel Saenzpardo – Store #204 – Torrance, CA
Denise Steinhaus-Chaffin – Store #204 – Torrance, CA
Lisa Le – Store #207 – Tustin, CA
Hersey Ballard – Store #215 – Culver City, CA
Ryan McCrary – Store #215 – Culver City, CA
Lyn Leavitt – Store #227 – San Diego, CA
Geri Berger – Store #236 – Burbank, CA
Christopher Bonilla – Store #260 – Lakewood, CA
Vienna Perez – Store #264 – Whittier, CA
Raelynn Veuve – Store #265 – Modesto, CA
Gustavo Conde – Store #296 – San Clemente, CA
Michael Cassidy – Store #309 – Lone Tree, CO
Ryan Buckman – Store #313 – Colorado Springs, CO
Gabriel Beach – Store #319 – Lafayette, CO
Blanca Munoz – Store #440 – Eastvale, CA
Timoteo Sanchez Vergara – Store #448 – Fountain Valley, CA
Miguel Ochoa – AZ DC
Tommy Grandys – Virtual – GA
Denzel Jones – Store #22 – Tucson, AZ
Violet Bongi – Store #32 – Queen Creek, AZ
Tina Perlingos – Store #51 – Phoenix, AZ
Tommie Leon – Store #131 – Houston, TX
Lisa Castro – Store #205 – Claremont, CA
Miguel Frutos – Store #209 – Brea, CA
Ryan Darroch – Store #212 – Huntington Beach, CA
Chad Phillips – Store #212 – Huntington Beach, CA
Lauren Zapata – Store #217 – Pasadena, CA
Rebecca Angelo – Store #226 – San Diego, CA
Taylor Allen – Store #233 – Lemon Grove, CA
Kevin Gilbert – Store #243 – Corona, CA
Robert Lloyd – Store #262 – Yorba Linda, CA
Susan Castor – Store #270 – San Jose, CA
Pablo Lopez – Store #281 – Upland, CA
Maria Garcia – Store #301 – Westminster, CO
Mazhar Shawna Shah – Store #310 – Arvada, CO
Kelley Ard – Store #316 – Fort Collins, CO
John Brouillette – Store #317 – Greenwood Village, CO
Fabiella Saldana – Store #418 – La Verne, CA
Angela Estrada – Store #426 – Cerritos, CA
Judy Chang – Store #448 – Fountain Valley, CA
Tynisha Lacy – Store #454 – Palmdale, CA
Yvonne Gonzalez – Store #468 – Indian Wells, CA
Shante Corniel – Store #518 – Smyrna, GA
Jennifer May – Store #707 – Albuquerque, NM
Matthew Karpinski Jr – Store #802 – Edmond, OK
Nak Nolan – Store #804 – Bixby, OK
Paul Esparza – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Laura Parsons – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Andrew Taylor – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Laurie Janko – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Hannah Fenton-Williams – Virtual – CA
Don Hinton – Store #5 – Mesa, AZ
Jonathan Zimmerman – Store #14 – Gilbert, AZ
Krista Bussewitz – Store #48 – Queen Creek, AZ
Keeyonna Hooker – Store #108 – Coppell, TX
Larry Witcher – Store #112 – Austin, TX
Freddie Dean – Store #114 – Fort Worth, TX
Rhonda Mowrer – Store #140 – Arlington, TX
Lindsey Hunter – Store #143 – Mansfield, TX
Abelino Noguez – Store #143 – Mansfield, TX
Ceci Lindsey – Store #160 – Dallas, TX
Tonja Serna – Store #174 – Lenexa, KS
James Lillard – Store #202 – El Cajon, CA
Mayela Cruz – Store #205 – Claremont, CA
Liset Perez – Store #212 – Huntington Beach, CA
Bryan Thompson – Store #221 – Dublin, CA
Anthony Fuller – Store #222 – Redondo Beach, CA
Eric Jackson – Store #245 – Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Tyler Buckles – Store #247 – Carlsbad, CA
Esteban Rodriguez – Store #263 – Citrus Heights, CA
Teresa Vega – Store #280 – Bakersfield, CA
Ryan George – Store #280 – Bakersfield, CA
Erin Escamilla – Store #280 – Bakersfield, CA
Carlos Hernandez – Store #280 – Bakersfield, CA
Scott Her – Store #310 – Arvada, CO
Deborah Cruz – Store #314 – Denver, CO
Nora Gonzales – Store #325 – Englewood, CO
Teresa Egan – Store #421 – Redlands, CA
Ruthanne Esparza – Store #427 – San Luis Obispo, CA
Jesse Olasava Hernandez – Store #433 – San Jose, CA
Jerry Brown – Store #448 – Fountain Valley, CA
Angela Guerrero – Store #460 – Bakersfield, CA
Elvira Alias – Store #460 – Bakersfield, CA
Jose Escalante – Store #460 – Bakersfield, CA
Jose Santamaria – Store #460 – Bakersfield, CA
Jose Mendoza Gutierrez – Store #460 – Bakersfield, CA
Teddy Johnston – Store #480 – Hoover, AL
Luis Penn – Store #481 – Madison, AL
Elisabetta Pierolo O Pirolo – Store #481 – Madison, AL
Kesha Gray – Store #482 – Birmingham, AL
Karen Lenart – Store #482 – Birmingham, AL
Elizabeth Bolton – Store #482 – Birmingham, AL
Rudy Alvarenga – Store #504 – Henderson, NV
Brian Ellison – Store #507 – Las Vegas, NV
Jardlin Caraway – Store #512 – Lawrenceville, GA
Christopher Cook – Store #515 – Cumming, GA
Michelle Harris – Store #516 – Suwanee, GA
Daniel Bandke – Store #529 – Buford, GA
Aaron Sneed – Store #691 – Baton Rouge, LA
Patrick marsh – Store #706 – Santa Fe, NM
Monica Spence – Store #721 – Kansas City, MO
Delauna Fletcher – Store #802 – Edmond, OK
Phoenix Tyler – Store #803 – Norman, OK
Jennifer Maddox – Virtual – CA
Jamal Clark – Virtual – TX
Aaron Flores – Store #1 – Chandler, AZ
Joshua Gilmore – Store #7 – Phoenix, AZ
Derwin Hebeler – Store #15 – Chandler, AZ
Christopher McCall – Store #21 – Tucson, AZ
Todd Nyman – Store #29 – Scottsdale, AZ
Sandra Schraber – Store #29 – Scottsdale, AZ
Ruben Ortiz – Store #32 – Queen Creek, AZ
Brianna Whittaker – Store #51 – Phoenix, AZ
Misael Ventura – Store #104 – Southlake, TX
Michal Shockey – Store #106 – Richardson, TX
Brent Kniffen – Store #108 – Coppell, TX
Sue Letendre – Store #127 – Katy, TX
James Ezell – Store #134 – Keller, TX
Rebecca Charbonneau – Store #139 – Spring, TX
Kendrick Burse – Store #146 – Pearland, TX
Yunus Tan – Store #206 – Irvine, CA
Victoria Ortega – Store #206 – Irvine, CA
Christopher Del Cielo – Store #216 – Sunnyvale, CA
Robert Rubio – Store #217 – Pasadena, CA
Roberta Cardoza – Store #217 – Pasadena, CA
Emanuel Pichardo – Store #225 – La Mesa, CA
Natasha Fox-Palacio – Store #231 – Solana Beach, CA
William Zaher – Store #239 – Carlsbad, CA
Yavonne Carter – Store #241 – Chino Hills, CA
Yvonne Acuna – Store #246 – La Quinta, CA
Christina Marruffo – Store #251 – Temecula, CA
Christopher Nielsen – Store #254 – Santee, CA
Amy Kramer – Store #264 – Whittier, CA
Stanley Yu – Store #272 – West Hills, CA
Lamar Paul – Store #279 – Oakland, CA
Bernard Burns – Store #283 – Santa Clara, CA
John Valdivia – Store #285 – Los Angeles, CA
Isaiah Williams – Store #305 – Aurora, CO
Cassandra Davidson – Store #306 – Centennial, CO
Jessica Gilman – Store #335 – Denver, CO
Tsuyoshi Darby – Store #336 – Colorado Springs, CO
Mike Voake – Store #336 – Colorado Springs, CO
Ronald Pelley – Store #401 – Pinole, CA
Andrew Rivera – Store #403 – Los Angeles, CA
Neal Fulfer – Store #405 – Clovis, CA
Samantha Ponce – Store #407 – Alhambra, CA
Graciela Anaya – Store #407 – Alhambra, CA
Christine-Marie Quiambao – Store #440 – Eastvale, CA
Patricia Balzer – Store #463 – San Jose, CA
Robert Usher – Store #480 – Hoover, AL
Thomas DeRouen – Store #481 – Madison, AL
Daniella Escandon – Store #482 – Birmingham, AL
Judy Palumbo – Store #504 – Henderson, NV
Mario Orozco – Store #505 – Las Vegas, NV
Wayne Willette – Store #510 – Las Vegas, NV
John Ridgley – Store #520 – Roswell, GA
Pamela Putnam – Store #521 – Marietta, GA
Timothy Mills – Store #580 – Franklin, TN
Preston Thompson – Store #581 – Murfreesboro, TN
Beverly Blake – Store #604 – Holladay, UT
Jessica Eskeets – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Sarah Nadeau – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Jeff Nachreiner – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Robert Enniss – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
George Shoultes – Corp HQ – Phoenix, AZ
Enrique Borboa – Virtual – AZ
Raymond Echeverria – Store #9 – Phoenix, AZ

Celebrating Women’s History Month: Stories of Service

This March, our Inspiring Women @ Sprouts and Honored to Serve @ Sprouts TMRGs are teaming up to spotlight an incredible group of team members: our Sprouts female veterans!

Each week, we’ll share a new story from one of our own—highlighting the courage, leadership, and grit they brought to the military and continue to bring to Sprouts every day. Their journeys are inspiring, empowering, and a reminder of the strong women who help our teams and communities thrive.

We’re excited to celebrate their service, hear their stories, and cheer them on—Sproutie style!

Check back each week for a new featured veteran. 🌱

Featured Veteran of the Week

Mickey Abler, U.S. Army — Watercraft Engineer (61C)

Store Manager | Team Member since 2009

Military Service

  • Branch: U.S. Army
  • Role (MOS): 61C Watercraft Engineer
  • Years Served: 4 years

Skills That Carry Into Sprouts

Mickey brings a strong set of military‑shaped skills to her store every day, including: Thinking on her feet, active listening, strong communication, and responding to situations with the best possible outcome in mind.

How Her Military Experience Helps Her Thrive at Sprouts

Her time in the Army taught her to stay flexible, adapt quickly, and step into new locations or departments whenever needed. Accountability — much like Sprouts’ value of Owning It — has been a steady guide throughout her career. Her service also reinforced the importance of clear communication and supporting her team through change.

Women Who Inspire Her

Mickey draws strength and guidance from the remarkable women in her life:

  • Her mom — a military spouse of 21 years who raised five kids around the world. She modeled resilience, joy, creativity, and the belief that you can do or be anything. Even now, she continues to guide Mickey.
  • Her grandmothers and aunts — constant influences whose strength and warmth shaped her outlook.
  • Her sister, Kate — a grounding, insightful presence who encouraged her to pause, reflect, and think before reacting. Though she passed at a young age, her influence is still felt every day.

Previous Spotlights…

Brandy Morgan, SGT, U.S. Army

TA Advisor, SE Region | Team member since 2017

Military Service

  • Branch: U.S. Army
  • Years Served: 2005–2016

Skills That Carry Into Sprouts

Brandy brings a powerful list of service‑shaped strengths to her role, including: Leadership, Respect, Situational Awareness, Resilience, Tact, Professionalism, and a mission‑driven mindset.

How Her Military Experience Helps Her Thrive at Sprouts

Brandy’s years in the Army taught her how to move quickly and confidently in fast‑changing situations—skills she uses every day in Talent Acquisition. She plans ahead, stays composed under pressure, and adapts to last‑minute changes with resilience and grace. No matter the challenge, she keeps the mission in focus and gets it done.

Women Who Inspire Her

  • Her mom, Kelly — “for obvious reasons.” 🌼
  • Her mother‑in‑law, Karen — a retired NASA engineer who helped break barriers for women in aerospace.
  • Astronaut Shannon Walker — a family friend and a powerful example of strong female leadership.
  • Adrienna Repin, Store Manager (Store 515) — a leader who pushed Brandy to grow and always believed in her.

Mindie P. Burgess, Master Sergeant (Ret.), U.S. Army

Schematics Coordinator | Team member since 2024

Military Service

  • Branch: U.S. Army
  • Years Served: 21 years

Skills That Carry Into Sprouts

Mindie leads with a service‑driven mindset, applying: Leading by example, mentorship, guidance, and always being ready to assist those around her.

How Her Military Experience Helps Her Thrive at Sprouts

Mindie brings a strong belief in teamwork and going above and beyond in every role she takes on. Her military background inspires her to elevate every task and “leave the position better than she found it”—a value that shines in her work at Sprouts.

Women Who Inspire Her

“There have been many female mentors during my career, but I have to give the most credit to my father who was a Vietnam Veteran and my grandfather who served in WWII and Korea. They are the reason I wanted to serve!”

Britney Odom, U.S. Navy

Administrative Coordinator | Team member since 2024

Military Service

  • Branch: U.S. Navy
  • Years Served: 16 years

Skills That Carry Into Sprouts

Britney brings a strong set of service‑shaped strengths to her store each day, including: Customer service, leadership, team development, attention to detail, and integrity.

How Her Military Experience Helps Her Thrive at Sprouts

Serving alongside people from many cultures and backgrounds taught Britney how to connect, listen, and support others. That experience helps her build strong relationships with customers and team members, creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels understood.

Women Who Inspire Her

Britney is surrounded by incredible women who have shaped her journey, including:

  • Her mom — always strong, supportive, and willing to help.
  • Her past military managers — women who taught her how to lead with strength, show up for others, and push through challenges even when the work felt tough.

Celebrating Stores #119, #187, #894, and #830!

 

2026 is already looking pretty fresh. In January, Sprouts opened four new stores—two in Texas, one in Virginia, and one very exciting first for us in New York. From familiar ground to brand‑new territory, these openings prove we’re starting the year with momentum, growth, and a whole lot of green.

Corpus Christi, TX – Store #119 (Relocation Grand Opening: 1/9)

Store #119 opened following a two‑mile relocation into an area with no specialty grocers and little nearby competition. To get the word out, the team used CTV, radio, and billboards, including new partnerships with local stations like Z95 and billboard placement along Padre Island Drive to help bring shoppers past competing stores.

New Braunfels, TX – Store #187 (Grand Opening: 1/23)

Our New Braunfels, TX location opened in a busy retail center with new development nearby, no specialty grocers, and little competition, including a neighboring HomeGoods that’s one of the busiest in the country. Despite cold weather and adjusted weekend hours, the store saw heavy traffic on Friday as shoppers stocked up ahead of the storm. Inside, grand opening activities kept customers engaged, the prize drawing helped drive Sprouts Rewards signups, and the Tasting Bar was so popular the team sold out of oranges on day one and adjusted sampling for the rest of the weekend.

Haymarket, VA – Store #894 (Grand Opening: 1/23)

Store #894 opened in a highly visible new shopping center and quickly drew customers—even with poor weather conditions. The store operated normal hours on Friday and Saturday, with limited hours on Sunday due to weather, while increased direct mail helped reach shoppers across the area’s more rural and spread‑out communities.

Centereach, NY – Store #830 (Grand Opening: 1/30)

Our Centereach, NY location (our first in the state!) built strong community awareness ahead of opening by supporting local events like National Night Out and Run the Farm. The team also connected with more than 3,500 commuters through a Ronkonkoma train station activation and welcomed community leaders and partners to a Sneak Peek open house featuring store tours and product samples. The official opening was marked with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony attended by a local town council member.

Healthy Seeds 2026

Help Grow Healthier Communities

Nominate a Local School or Nonprofit for a $2,000 ‘Healthy Seeds’ Grant

At Sprouts, we know that building healthy communities starts with access to health, nutrition, and wellness, and our team members play an important role in bringing that mission to life.

This January, the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation is inviting Team Members to nominate local schools or nonprofits in their community to receive a $2,000 “Healthy Seeds” donation!

Healthy Seeds donations are awarded to support children’s nutrition education programs or efforts to help address nutrition security for kids.

If you know a local organization making a difference, we encourage you to nominate them, using the nomination link below!

2026 Healthy Seeds Nomination Form

The deadline for submitting a nomination is January 23. Selected organizations will be invited to receive their donation on March 7 during an in-store check presentation, along with the nominating Team Member.

Healthy Seeds grants are funded, in part, by round up donations collected at the register. These donations are invested locally in the community where they are raised, supporting children’s nutrition education programs, including edible garden education, cooking programs, and more.

Making a Difference in the Community:

Austin Anderson, Store #659 – Coconut Creek, FL  

Last year, Austin Anderson, Store Manager of Store #659 – Coconut Creek, FL location, nominated a local school in his community.

The school received a $2,000 Healthy Seeds Grant to build a school garden, creating a hands-on learning space for students to plant and harvest fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

“When I started with Sprouts six years ago, I remember learning about how involved the Foundation was in local communities,” Austin shared. “Being able to give back to a school right here in Coconut Creek’s backyard is especially meaningful to me.”

For Austin, the nomination was about creating a lasting impact.

“I wanted to support something with direct impact — something people could experience, and that could make its way back into the store,” he said. “Parents are proud of the garden, and students come home excited to talk about what they planted and grew. Seeing that connection come full circle has been amazing.”

For questions, contact foundation@sprouts.com.

Q4 2025 Team Member Appreciation Week

Happy Team Member Appreciation Week! Everyone who visits the Support Office Tuesday, December 16 through Thursday, December 18 will receive five (5) free raffle tickets!

We are excited to host Team Member Appreciation Week Spirit Days! Tuesday through Thursday, team members who dress up according to the spirit day theme can earn extra raffle tickets by visiting the TMAW table in the Support Office Lobby from 8am – 9:30am or at the Front Desk. This quarter, team members participating in Spirit Days have the chance to enter daily raffles! Make sure to visit the office each day and participate to enter!

  • Tuesday: Cozy Comfort Day – How do you practice wellness in the cooler months? 
  • Wednesday: Holiday Cheer/Ugly Holiday Sweater – Dress in your most festive holiday gear! Extra tickets for wearing Green!  
  • Thursday: Winter Wonderland – Dress in blues and whites, sweaters, socks, scarves, hats, etc.  

Giving Back

Make donations to the UMOM Donation Drive to support their mission to end family homelessness by restoring hope and rebuilding lives. Learn more about UMOM.

Drop off donations in the Support Office lobby Tuesday through Thursday from 8am – 9:30am or at the Front Desk to receive a raffle ticket for each item donated!

This season, UMOM is inviting supporters to give the gift of a good night’s sleep. To support their initiative, raffle tickets will be awarded with a tiered approach:

Good Nights Rest (5 Extra Raffle Tickets each)

  • Twin/Twin XL Comforters and Blankets
  • Standard Sized Pillows
  • Twin XL Sheets

Full Size Hygiene Products (1 Extra Raffle Ticket each)

  • Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Bar Soap
  • Deodorant
  • Menstrual Hygiene Products

Holiday Tree Voting – Submit Your Photos by Dec. 18!

It’s time to show off your holiday spirit! Departments who want to participate in the Holiday Tree Contest should submit a photo of their decorated tree to communications@sprouts.com by EOD Thursday, December 18.

Here’s how it works:

  • Voting Form: Will be sent out on Friday, December 19.
  • Voting Period: Team members will vote for their favorite trees using the form.
  • Winner Announcement: Winners will be announced in The Dish on Tuesday, December 24.

Prizes:

  • Department Tree Winners: Gift cards for the winning teams.
  • TMRG Tree Winner: $1,200 to donate to a charity of their choice.

✨ Special Highlight: The Inspiring Women’s Tree features butterflies where team members can write what inspires them or share an inspiring message.

Spread Holiday Cheer at the Appreciation Station

This season, let’s celebrate each other! Visit the Appreciation Station to write a note of gratitude or encouragement to your fellow team members.

Here’s how it works:

  • Snowflake Note Cards: Use these to share your message.
  • Display Boards: Notes will be added to boards on each floor for everyone to enjoy.
  • Extra Raffle Ticket: Each note you write earns you one additional raffle ticket for our holiday drawing!

TMAW Events

Tuesday, December 16
  • SPIRIT DAY: Cozy Comfort Day
  • Pick up raffle tickets and drop off donations
  • Drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
  • Enjoy Fresh Baked Pastries and Fruit from our Bakery and Produce teams – Support Office Lobby – 8am
  • Wellness Stretch Break – Workshop 1 – 11:00am – 12:30pm
  • Sprouts Brand Tasting – Support Office Lobby – 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Wednesday, December 17
  • SPIRIT DAY: Holiday Cheer/Ugly Sweater Day 
  • Pick up raffle tickets and drop off donations
  • Drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
  • Enjoy a Holiday Meal from our Culinary Team – Sensory Kitchen/Presentation Room – 11:30am – 1pm
  • Rainbow Alliance Cookie Decorating Party – Presentation Room – 3pm – 5pm
Thursday, December 18
  • SPIRIT DAY: Winter Wonderland 
  • Pick up raffle tickets and drop off donations!
  • Hot Cocoa Bar – Support Office Lobby – 8am – 10am
  • Drop off your raffle tickets in the 3rd Floor Breakroom (in-person) or enter the virtual raffle (fully remote team members only)
  • Annual TMRG Jingle Mingle – Workshops 1 & 2 or virtual – 2:30pm – 3:30pm
  • Raffle Drawing – Presentation Room – 4:00pm
Friday, December 19
  • Don’t forget to shop the 30% Off Discount Days starting Friday, December 19 through Sunday, December 21!

TMAW Raffle

The raffle drawing will be on Thursday, December 18 @ 4pm in the Presentation Room. Drop off your tickets any time during the week before the raffle takes place in the 3rd floor break room (no need to be present!). Please fill out your first and last name and Sprouts ID on each raffle ticket before dropping off.

A sneak preview at our available prizes…

  • TM Reserved Parking Spot
  • 25% Off Q1 2026 Store Discount
  • $100 Visa Gift Cards
  • Spa Gift Certificate
  • Blackstone Grill
  • Yeti Cooler
  • …. and much more!

sproutsmerch.com is now available for all team members!

 

All Team Members can show their Sprouts Spirit by ordering Sprouts branded gear such as jackets, hats, beanies, sweatshirts from our new team member site www.Sproutsmerch.com!

Log in Details are unique to each TM using your employee ID. This account is separate from your Okta login and any other store accounts.

  1. Go to www.Sproutsmerch.com
  2. Select the Reset Password Option
  3. Enter your “employeeID”@sprouts.com
  4. An email with a password reset will be sent to the email listed in Workday (not your Sprouts email).

FAQ

  1. New team members and anniversary polos, t-shirts, aprons and hats will still need to be ordered by the AC to keep all sizes in stock in their office. No changes.
  2. Ordering Shoes is still the same process as before. No changes.
  3. Blue Polos will still need to be ordered as normal for new team members and anniversaries. No changes.
  4. The New Green Polos, Aprons and Hats are currently being manufactured and should ship in March 2026.
  5. Huddle Topic! Our new merch site is available for all team members including our field teams (DD’s, OPS Specialist’s and RVPs). All Items on the site are approved for all team members to wear unless stated otherwise. Green jackets and polos are not just for managers.

Celebrating Stores #479, #607, #470, #445, #670, #669, and #486!

 

November was berry busy! Seven new Sprouts stores opened their doors in communities across the country.

Hacienda Heights, CA – Store #479 (Grand Opening: 11/7)

November kicked off on a fresh note in Hacienda Heights! Even though the morning started a little foggy, the energy was anything but cloudy as our team celebrated the grand opening of Store #479. Sprouts CEO Jack Sinclair and Deputy District Director Ryan Serrano joined Store Manager Gary Aquino and the crew to cut the ribbon and welcome our first shoppers. Guests were treated to tote bags packed with goodies and single-stem roses before exploring aisles full of fresh, healthy, and delicious finds. What a bright start for our newest Sprouts community!

Bountiful, UT – Store #607 (Grand Opening: 11/7)

Our Utah roots keep growing! On November 7, we opened our 7th Sprouts store in the Beehive State, and the celebration was nothing short of bountiful. Mayor Kendalyn Harris joined Store Manager Joey Sanders and our incredible team to welcome a crowd of eager shoppers. By 7:30 a.m., all 360 giveaway totes had found happy homes—talk about a fruitful morning! Here’s to bringing fresh, healthy goodness to even more Utah communities.

Fresno-Sunnyside, CA – Store #470 (Grand Opening: 11/7)

The sun may have been hiding, but Fresno-Sunnyside was shining bright on opening day! Reporter Alexis Govea from Fresno Fox26 kicked things off with live coverage and an interview with Store Manager Ryan Ramos. Mayor Jerry Dyer and City Councilmember Brandon Vang joined the ribbon-cutting festivities, presenting Ryan with a special city plaque to welcome Sprouts to the neighborhood. Adding to the excitement, the store donated $5,000 to Clovis South High School, whose cheerleaders brought the energy with spirited cheers. A fresh start, a generous gift, and plenty of community love—what a way to celebrate!

San Leandro, CA – Store #445 (Grand Opening: 11/14)

Rain couldn’t dampen the excitement in San Leandro! Despite heavy showers, more than 475 customers lined up bright and early—by 7 a.m.—to celebrate the grand opening of Store #445. Mayor Juan González, City Manager Janelle Cameron, and other local leaders joined Store Manager Bryce Gonsalves and the team for a spirited ribbon-cutting ceremony. Extra signage and A-frames helped guide shoppers through the drizzle, and the store team is already planting seeds for future community outreach. A little rain, a lot of smiles, and plenty of fresh finds—San Leandro is off to a great start!

St. Petersburg, FL – Store #670 (Grand Opening: 11/14)


The Sunshine City lived up to its name with a bright and bustling grand opening! Over 300 eager guests lined up before doors opened at 7 a.m., ready to explore fresh finds. Mayor Ken Welch joined the ribbon-cutting celebration alongside our amazing team, who were plentiful, attentive, and ready to assist every shopper. A fresh start for St. Pete—and we’re just getting started!

Venice, FL – Store #669 (Grand Opening: 11/14)

Venice rolled out the welcome mat bright and early! Store Manager Scott and the team greeted excited customers at 6:45 a.m., ready to kick off a fresh new chapter. Parking proved a little tricky, but our amazing team—and partners from Encore—stepped up to guide guests and keep things flowing smoothly. Shoppers were thrilled to have Sprouts close to home, with one customer sharing, “I’m so happy I don’t have to drive an hour away to go to Sprouts!” A big win for convenience and community!

Echo Park, CA – Store #486 (Grand Opening: 11/14)

Echo Park made a splash—literally—on opening day! Despite the rain, customers lined up to check out their brand-new Sprouts. Assemblymember Jessica Caloza joined Store Manager Jeremiah and the team for a lively ribbon-cutting celebration. This store brings something extra special: a customizable marquee letter board! The first message? “I yam so thankful for you!” A perfect way to kick off a fresh start in Echo Park.

Taking Care of Your Mental Health this Holiday Season

 

The holidays are often filled with joy, but let’s be honest—they can also bring stress, anxiety, and even feelings of loneliness. Between family gatherings, financial pressures, and packed schedules, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why it’s so important to take care of yourself during this time.

Simple Ways to Protect Your Mental Health

  • Prioritize Self-Care: Sleep, exercise, and balanced meals aren’t luxuries—they’re essentials. Give yourself permission to rest and recharge.
  • Set Boundaries: It’s okay to say “no.” Whether it’s declining an extra event or sticking to your budget, healthy boundaries help keep stress in check.
  • Feel Your Feelings: If you’re sad, anxious, or just not feeling festive, that’s okay. Acknowledging your emotions is the first step toward managing them.
  • Find Your Calm: Try deep breathing, meditation, or even a short walk outside. Small moments of peace can make a big difference.
  • Stay Connected: Reach out to friends or family who lift you up. A quick call or coffee chat can help you feel supported.
  • Ask for Help When You Need It: If stress or sadness feels overwhelming, professional support is available—and it works.

Resources You Can Count On

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling and support. Learn more here.
  • The Vine – Mental Health Hub: Tips, tools, and articles to help you thrive. Learn more here.
  • Immediate Crisis Support: Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential help if you’re in emotional distress or experiencing suicidal thoughts.

600 Team Members Volunteer For Day of Service

Over 600 volunteers rolled up their sleeves to help with this year’s annual Day of Service, completing more than 50 projects coast-to-coast. From revitalizing community gardens to packing food boxes, our teams came together to make a meaningful impact in the communities we call home.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s event and showed your care for your community.“I loved participating in this year’s Day of Service at Annalee Elementary with the Garden School Foundation,” said Alisa Gmelich, chief marketing officer at Sprouts. “It was inspiring to see our team members come together to support the Los Angeles community. I’m incredibly proud to be part of an organization that shows up with such heart.”

Visit our 2025 Day of Service Photo Album to see some of the projects that took place.

Did you attend a Day of Service activity and don’t see your photos?

Send your photos to courtneyhaik@sprouts.com and we will add them to our album.