Our SproutsCon Annual Awards Ceremony celebrates the heart of Sprouts – our stores and team members who bring our values to life every day. Our Leadership and Teams came together at SproutsCon 2025 on Monday, August 18 to honor those team members and stores who stood out in 2024. 

Help us celebrate the winners by reviewing the categories and winners below.   

TOP 10 POWER SCORECARD STORE AWARD

Our Top 10 Power Scorecard Store Award is more than just numbers – it’s a reflection of leadership, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Our winning stores didn’t just meet expectations – they crushed them. From sales and shrink to CSAT and earned hours, these stores showed us what’s possible when passion meets performance. These stores led the way, inspired their teams, and made a powerful impact across their regions.  Click here to see photos of our Top 10 Power Scorecard Award winners.

• #10: Store #242 in Mission Viejo, CA – SoCal Region 

• #9: Store #658 in Port Charlotte, FL – Florida Region 

• #8: Store #439 in Lake Forest, CA – SoCal Region 

• #7: Store #431 in Lodi, CA – Northwest Region 

• #6: Store #654 in Fort Myers, FL – Florida Region 

• #5: Store #228 in San Diego, CA – SoCal Region 

• #4: Store #273 in Fresno, CA – Northwest Region 

• #3: Store #447 in Moreno Valley, CA – SoCal Region 

• #2: Store #478 in Lawndale, CA – SoCal Region 

• #1: Store #565 in Greenville, SC – Northeast Region 

CARE VALUE AWARD 

You find ways to show how you care for our customers daily. The way you display Care each day, by working together, helping and supporting each other is next-to-none. The winners are Team Members who have gone above and beyond with the Sprouts Value of Care. Click here to see photos of our Care Value Award winners.

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Winners

• From the Central Region, Manny Lopez, Store #120, El Paso, TX 

• From the Florida Region, Gary Thomas, Store #668, Deerfield Beach, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Sam Leinart, Store #580, Franklin, TN 

• From the Northwest Region, Ish Garcia, Store #401, Pinole, CA 

• From the SoCal Region, Karen Savas, Store #296, San Clemente, CA  

• From the Southwest Region, Rolan Martinez, Store #17, Phoenix, AZ  

STORE MANAGERS Winners

• From the Central Region, Lakethia Young, Store #143, Mansfield, TX 

• From the Florida Region, Shawn Hamilton, Store #630, Tampa, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Joseph Noggle, Store #528, Augusta, GA 

• From the Northwest Region, Rebekah Armstrong, Store #263, Citrus Heights, CA  

• From the SoCal Region, Victoria De Luna, Store #261, La Cañada, CA 

• From the Southwest Region, Brian Day, Store #334, Denver, CO 

LOVE BEING DIFFERENT VALUE AWARD 

At Sprouts, you can bring your whole self to work. We celebrate our differences and know that we are better together because of those differences. The 2025 winners are individuals who display their passion for the unique qualities that bring us all together and make us stronger. Click here to see photos of our Love Being Different Value Award winners.

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Winners

• From the Central Region, Gary Gray, Store #131, Houston, TX 

• From the Florida Region, Gabriella Luccarelli, Store #630, Tampa, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Callie Viking, Store #946, Haddon Township, NJ 

• From the Northwest Region, Shannon Sprangers, Store #214, Thousand Oaks, CA 

• From the SoCal Region, Paula Venegas, Store #246, La Quinta, CA 

• From the Southwest Region, Victoria Gonyier, Store #316, Fort Collins, CO 

STORE MANAGERS Winners

• From the Central Region, Jerwan Abdullkhalek, Store #107, Murphy, TX 

• From the Florida Region, Austin Anderson, Store #659, Coconut Creek, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Dan O’Bryan, Store #853, Philadelphia, PA 

• From the Northwest Region, Josh Ralston, Store #458, Silverdale, WA 

• From the SoCal Region, Kam Hardy, Store #469,  Victorville, CA 

• From the Southwest Region, Shannin Sullenger, Store #562, Henderson, NV  

OWN IT VALUE AWARD 

We witness our value of Own It at work on display every day in stores. Whether that means driving sales, owning up to a mistake, or celebrating what went well. You accept responsibility for our store’s success and for achieving our company goals. That’s the Sprouts way – and these winners consistently delivered on this value. Click here to see photos of our Own It Value Award winners.

DEPARTMENT MANAGERS Winners

• From the Central Region, Darcy Daniels, Store #173, Lawrence, KS 

• From the Florida Region, Dana Haviland, Store #653, Cape Coral, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Ally Kehler, Store #515, Cumming, GA 

• From the Northwest Region, Elsi Alvarado Silva, Store #216, Sunnyvale, CA 

• From the SoCal Region, Julio Magana, Store #211, City of Orange, CA 

• From the Southwest Region, Leslie MacFadgen, Store #44, Cave Creek, AZ 

STORE MANAGERS Winners

• From the Central Region, Emily Carlile, Store #812, Oklahoma City, OK 

• From the Florida Region, Bob Jahnke, Store #615, Naples, FL 

• From the Northeast Region, Elmeera Khuzeeva, Store #519, Atlanta, GA 

• From the Northwest Region, Joey Sanders, Store #604, Holladay, UT 

• From the SoCal Region, Crystal Rodriquez, Store #439, Lake Forest, CA 

• From the Southwest Region, Billy Burgos, Store #19, Scottsdale, AZ  

GOING THE EXTRA MILE AWARD

The GEM away doesn’t take special talent or training – it’s simply about going above and beyond. When you put in the extra effort, it makes a significant impact, which is clearly seen in the stories of this year’s GEM award winners. Click here to see photos of our GEM Award winners.

CENTRAL: Freddy Provencio, Store #120, El Paso, TX

Store Manager Freddy Provencio and Store #120 exemplified the Value of Care through extraordinary resilience, compassion, and leadership during one of the most difficult times a team can face. Following the tragic loss of two team members last year, Freddy created a space for healing, supported his team emotionally, and kept the store united. His unwavering empathy and heart continue to strengthen Store #120 every day, showing what it truly means to care – for both the business and the people behind it.  

SOUTHWEST: Molly Bolognese, Store #42, Green Valley, AZ

Store Manager Molly Bolognese demonstrated extraordinary care and leadership when a customer violently attacked a courtesy clerk. Molly swiftly intervened, contacted authorities, and ensured the team member received immediate medical attention. With the team member’s family out of town, Molly stayed by her side at the hospital, drove her home, and continued to support her recovery with daily check-ins, groceries, and supplies. Her actions reflect a deep commitment to her team’s safety and well-being.  

SoCal: Nestor Jimenez, Store #261, La Canada, CA

Nestor Jimenez, from our La Cañada store’s Meat Department, acted with remarkable courage and speed when a customer suffered a seizure on the sales floor. Seeing the customer collapse and stop breathing, Nestor immediately performed chest compressions, reviving him before paramedics arrived. He stayed by the customer’s side, keeping him alert and calm until help came. Thanks to Nestor’s quick thinking, the customer survived – a true testament to Nestor’s heroism and care.  

NORTHEAST: Mike Billingsley, Store #565, Greenville, SC

Store Manager, Mike Billingsley, and his team showed exceptional resilience and care when opening their store during Hurricane Helene. Despite losing power for two days and facing widespread devastation, Mike rallied around the community – distributing ice and water, setting up charging stations, and supporting team members who lacked basic utilities. His unwavering attention to each team member helped rebuild the store and reopen it just one week late, with strong support from the Greenville community.  

SoCal: Danielle Galvez, Store #228, San Diego, CA

Assistant Store Manager Danielle Galvez showed extraordinary compassion and persistence when a longtime team member was unexpectedly absent. Concerned, Danielle reached out to his emergency contacts, and when she couldn’t reach anyone, she located his address and worked with authorities to check on him. He was found unconscious and rushed to the hospital, where he was able to spend his final days surrounded by loved ones. Danielle’s actions reflect a deep commitment to caring for her team – not just as coworkers, but as people.   

CENTRAL: Clifford Sterling & Graham Weatherford – Store #105, Frisco, TX

Graham and Assistant Bakery Manager, Clifford, demonstrated exceptional care and teamwork when a team member began choking in the Deli department. Graham responded immediately, and Clifford – who is CPR certified – successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver. Emergency services were contacted, and the team member was taken to the hospital as a precaution. Their quick thinking an dcalm leadership in a critical moment exemplify the values we uphold at Sprouts.  

STORE MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD 

Our Store Manager of the Year Award winners were selected based on their outstanding leadership displayed in 2024. The winners are exceptional individuals who drive their business, care about their teams, personify the values, and are exceptional Sprouts leaders overall. Click here to see photos of our Store Manager of the Year Award winners.

• Central Region – Kristin Pottorf, Store #174, Lenexa, KS 

• Florida Region – Jeremiah Stewart, Store #633, Tampa, FL  

• Northeast Region – Victor Vasquez, Store #921, Burtonsville, MD 

• Northwest Region – Ryan Ramos, Store #273, Fresno, CA 

• SoCal Region – Kevin Martin, Store #490, Downey, CA  

• Southwest Region – Devin Smith, Store #28, Prescott Valley, AZ 

PURPOSE AWARD

Living our Purpose winners are distinguished by their consistent efforts to help people live and eat better. Our purpose comes to live in their stores and communities. These team members play an active role in customer service, helping people live healthier, coaching and developing their teams, and making a clear impact in the community they serve.  Click here to see photos of our Purpose Award winners.

• Florida Region – Amy Meeks, Store #619, Deerfield Beach, FL 

• Central Region – Melanie Gallegos, Store #166, Rockwall, TX 

• Northeast Region – Kierani Love, Store #579, Germantown, TN 

• Northwest Region – Tim Robinson, Store #461, Merced, CA 

• SoCal Region – Eddie Gomez, Store #403, Los Angeles, CA  

• Southwest Region – Eric Grueter, Store #336, Colorado Springs, CO 

DISTRICT OF THE YEAR AWARDS

These districts didn’t just lead – they inspired. This award recognizes those who set the pace, raised the bar, and brought our values to life in every store, every shift, every moment. Click here to see photos of our District of the Year Award winners.

• Central Region – District 9 – Southeast Dallas 

• Florida Region – District 19 – Palm Beach 

• Northeast Region – District 24- New York/Delaware/New Jersey 

• Northwest Region – District 58 – Central Valley 

• SoCal Region – District 52 – The Foothills  

• Southwest Region – District 49 – Southern Arizona 

Congratulations to all our Winners. Thank you for making Sprouts a best place to work and grow!  

 

 

 

 

 

Whether you were in the room or cheering us on from afar, this is your chance to experience an inspiring moment from SproutsCon 2025. In this Mainstage session, our CEO Jack Sinclair shares a powerful message about where we’re headed as a company, the purpose that drives us, and how coaching is helping us grow stronger together.

Jack’s words energized the crowd and set the tone for the event. Now, we’re bringing that energy to The Vine so everyone can be a part of it!

📺 Watch the full session and get inspired to lead with purpose – no matter where you are.

 

From August 17-19, Sprouties from across the country gathered in Nashville, TN for SproutsCon 2025 – a week designed to inspire, educate, and celebrate our shared purpose: We help people live and eat better. This year’s theme—Purpose in Action. Coaching for Growth. — was more than a message; it was a movement.

The weekend began with team member registration and a vibrant showcase of Activation Booths featuring innovations from Sprouts Rewards, TMRGs, IT, and more. Vendors arrived and set up for the tradeshow, while the evening brought us together for a Dinner Reception at the Opry House Plaza, followed by an exclusive show at the legendary Opry House—a perfect blend of celebration and connection.

We kicked off Monday with a powerful General Session where our Executive Leadership Team reminded us why we do what we do. Regional coaching breakouts gave Managers the chance to dive deep into leadership strategies tailored to their teams.

The afternoon buzzed with excitement as the Tradeshow opened, including a special Deli Holiday Booth showcasing seasonal offerings … and celebrity guests!

The day wrapped up with our Dinner & Awards Ceremony, where districts showed off their Nashville-best! Denim, cowboy boots, bolo ties, you name it!

Tuesday featured department-specific breakout sessions for Grocery, Vitamins & Body Care, Deli, and Store Managers. These sessions brought coaching concepts to life and provided actionable insights to take back to stores. Across all breakout sessions, three key themes emerged:

• Coaching: Building stronger teams through intentional development.
• Driving Sales: Leveraging tools and strategies to grow our business.
• Sprouts Rewards: Engaging customers and increasing loyalty.

In our final General Session, we heard from special guest speaker, Jay Shetty. Stay tuned to hear his whole keynote discussion on coaching and feedback!

SproutsCon 2025 was packed with energy, inspiration, and powerful reminders of our shared purpose. Now it’s time to carry that momentum back to your store. Whether it’s coaching your team, driving sales, or engaging customers through Sprouts Rewards, you have the tools to succeed.

Stay tuned on The Vine for more resources, photos, and videos from the weekend. Let’s keep the spirit alive—because what happens at SproutsCon doesn’t stay at SproutsCon!

Sneak Peek: Next week we are excited to share Jack’s Mainstage Presentation.

SproutsCon 2025 was packed with energy, inspiration, and powerful reminders of our theme: Purpose in Action. Coaching for Growth. Now it’s time to carry that momentum back to your store.

Across all breakouts, we focused on three big takeaways: coaching, driving sales, and Sprouts Rewards, the levers that will help your store succeed.

Below are resources to help you share what you learned with your team, coach in the moment, and keep the momentum going through the back half of the year.

• Store Manager Breakout Sessions Summary & Action Plan
• Department Manager Breakout Sessions Summary
• Stop, Observe, Coach (SOC) Cards

Your leadership sets the tone. Use these tools to start conversations, celebrate wins, and guide your team to lasting results.

Mark your calendars and join the celebration!

On Saturday, September 6, Sprouts will host our Second Annual Sprouting Healthy Communities Day — a special celebration where every store will help award a local nonprofit or school with a donation to support nutrition education and healthy living in their community.

From coast to coast, more than 550 organizations will receive $5,000 to $10,000 to continue their incredible work in building healthier communities. Come out to your local store at 9 am local time to cheer on local partners, celebrate their impact, and show your care for your community!

 

On July 11, 2025, we proudly opened the doors at Store #671 in Ocala, FL!

What an incredible debut—over 600 enthusiastic customers lined up early Friday morning to welcome the very first Sprouts in the area, located 26 miles from the nearest store. The excitement was palpable, especially among Ocala’s large retired community, whose availability helped make the Friday opening a true celebration.

To build momentum, three billboards launched five weeks ahead of opening—two weeks earlier than usual—boosting brand and store awareness across the expansive trade area. The strategy paid off: Store #671 exceeded its goals for sales, basket size, and transactions during grand opening weekend!

Sprouts also made headlines in the Ocala Gazette on opening day, kicking off a nine-week print, digital, and email campaign tailored to the older demographic in the region who prefer traditional media. With strong community buzz and a smart marketing push, Ocala is off to a fantastic start!

Photos from the Ocala, FL (#671) Grand Opening

On July 25, 2025, we officially opened the doors at Store #859 in Montgomeryville, PA!

The energy was electric as around 440 customers streamed in right at 7am to kick off Grand Opening weekend. Many expressed excitement about having a Sprouts conveniently closer to home, and the enthusiasm didn’t stop there.

Thanks to a successful store team training, employees were well-prepared and knowledgeable. The launch of Sprouts Rewards from day one proved to be a game-changer, with customers highly engaged and eager to sign up. One even broke into a dance after downloading the app!

Having a dedicated loyalty team member on-site made a big impact, helping customers navigate sign-ups, update zip codes, and locate barcodes. Special shoutouts go to Brian (Bakery Manager), Savannah (Sales Ambassador), and Ryan (SCO Host) for their proactive support at the Rewards Ambassador table.

With strong community engagement and a seamless start, Montgomeryville is already feeling like home for Sprouts!

Photos from the Montgomeryville, PA (#859) Grand Opening

 

On June 13, 2025, we officially opened the doors at Store #853 in Philadelphia, PA! 

What a kickoff! Over 200 excited customers lined up early to welcome our newest store in Philadelphia. Director of Commercial Investments Ibriz Muhammad helped cut the ribbon, and the buzz was strong—especially from New Jersey shoppers who’ve been watching the store come together. With great signage, a lively neighborhood, and summer events nearby, this location is already making waves—even as the condos and retail spaces around us fill in.

Photo from the Philadelphia, PA (#853) Grand Opening

A warm welcome to Store #164 in Kessler Park, TX which opened on June 20, 2025.

What a day! Over 500 customers lined up—some as early as 3 a.m.—to celebrate our newest store in Kessler Park. Local leaders, including Council Member Chad West, City Manager Kimberly Tolbert, and Miss Oak Cliff Karrington Bennett, joined the ribbon cutting. We also teamed up with the Sprouts Foundation to donate $10,000 to Hunger Busters, with CEO Latame Phillips on hand to accept the check. Channel 8 helped spread the word with live coverage and a sneak peek the night before. This store is already making a big impact in a community that’s been hungry for healthy options.

Photo from the Kessler Park, TX (#164) Grand Opening

On June 27, 2025, we opened three stores across the country! Starting with Store #474 in Pittsburg, CA! 

Pittsburg showed up big! Over 600 customers lined up Friday morning to welcome Sprouts to the neighborhood. Mayor Jelani Killings joined the ribbon cutting, where local officials presented certificates of recognition to Store Manager Chris Mendoza. With only one other grocery store nearby, customers are thrilled to have a new option—and this store is already off to a strong start, beating all grand opening weekend goals!

Photo from the Pittsburg, CA (#474) Grand Opening

On June 27, 2025, we also opened Store #949 in Woodbury, NJ!

Woodbury came out strong! Over 400 excited customers lined up early to celebrate our newest store. Mayor James Mehaffey joined us for the ribbon cutting, and the energy didn’t stop there—this location crushed all grand opening weekend goals. With more shops coming soon to the center, traffic is only expected to grow!

Photo from the Woodbury, NJ (#949) Grand Opening

On June 27, 2025, we also opened Store #135 in Burleson, TX! 

Burleson brought the energy! Over 400 customers lined up—some as early as 4 a.m.—to check out the new store. Mayor Chris Fletcher and a rep from the Tarrant Food Bank helped kick off the ribbon cutting. Thanks to strong pre-opening buzz from billboards and mailers, the store saw steady traffic all weekend and beat all sales, transaction, and basket goals—despite a smaller parking lot!

Photo from the Burleson, TX (#135) Grand Opening