Check out some of our top media highlights from the last month:
Fresher in Florida: The Orlando Sentinel reported on the opening of Sprouts’ new produce Distribution Center in Orlando that is serving all Sprouts stores across the Sunshine State. Chief Format Officer David McGlinchey shared details of Sprouts’ growth plans for Florida, including 10 new stores opening this year, and SVP of Supply Chain Joe Hurley detailed the features of the DC, including ripening rooms that allow for “better fruit, ripened for Sprouts by Sprouts.” South Florida Sun Sentinel and The Orlando Business Journal also shared what the DC means for Sprouts’ growth in Florida.
Fortune 500 Debut: Fortune ranked Sprouts #437 on its annual list of largest U.S. corporations by total revenue with an article of the year’s notable rankings adding a well-timed e-commerce expansion and last year’s grocery boom vaulted Sprouts to the list for the first time during our best year yet. In an interview with Phoenix Business Journal, CEO Jack Sinclair shared the award is a testament to the work of Sprouts’ team members.
Good Food, Good Music: Vegas News reported the lineup for the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Festival, which is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market, includes Billie Eilish, Cheap Trick, Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and Florida Georgia Line, among others, who will perform in Las Vegas this September.
Dietitian-Approved Picks: EatingWell published a list of the 8 Best Healthy Foods at Sprouts According to a Dietitian, including Organic Rolled Oats that reduce the risk of heart disease and help manage diabetes, Collagen Water to support healthy hair, skin and nails, and Veggie and Cheese Omelet Bites which deliver protein and fiber for an energizing breakfast that supports the digestive system.
New Products and Free Pickup: News3LV, WRAL.com, Dallas Culture Map and Phoenix Patch shared Sprouts has rolled out 11 unique products for June, including eight exclusive to Sprouts as part of the month’s Find a New Favorite lineup. The articles added shoppers can enjoy free grocery pickup this summer by using the special promo code at shop.sprouts.com, while ABC4.com, Consumer Queen and Southern Savers also shared the free pickup deal.
Expanding Diversity: The Shelby Report wrote KeHE Distributors has partnered with Sprouts and RangeMe for a special entry opportunity for brands that are mission-based, minority, women, veteran, LGBTQ or disability-owned. The campaign enables Sprouts, known for incubating startup natural brands, to discover new-to-market products from diverse brands while creating a unique opportunity for vendors to gain immediate access to shelves at one of the largest natural retailers in the nation.
Growing Goodness in the Southeast: Florida Patch and Tampa Bay Business Journal shared Sprouts is hiring 100 team members for store #635 – Brandon, FL, opening in September, while The Atlanta Journal Constitution wrote Sprouts is staffing for store #529 – Buford, GA, coming to The Exchange at Gwinnet in August.