Wegmans celebrated its 100th anniversary on Saturday, January 30 at all 88 of its stores. The celebration included the unveiling of a new Robert Wegman portrait, a 100th Anniversary cake for customers and employees to enjoy; product tastings, and a 100th Anniversary edition of Wegmans Menu magazine. In addition, all employees received new uniform shirts with the 100th anniversary logo to wear for the festivities.
In 1916, brothers John and Walter Wegman went into the food business together. John (Jack) Wegman worked as a produce huckster, buying fresh fruits and vegetables each day from farmers at the Public Market to sell from a pushcart in the streets of Rochester, NY. His brother Walter learned the grocery business working in a store his parents operated from the front of their home, the same home where Walter's son Robert B. Wegman was born in 1918.
In 1937, Robert B. Wegman, began to work for his father Walter and Uncle Jack. He led the company from 1950 until his death in 2006.
Wegmans has changed over the last 100 years in business, but the company continues to follow Robert B. Wegman's advice "Never think of yourself; always help others."
Those words led to putting the needs of employees first, and to generations of employees' families working at Wegmans. Wegmans takes pride in welcoming customers like guests in your own home — offering their best, putting them at ease in a sparkling-clean, beautiful setting. The company worked to find new ways to help families make delicious, healthy, affordable meals that everybody loved. Wegmans has spent decades of partnering with local growers and producers, and giving back to the community in ways that have had a significant impact.
Wegmans dedication also led to the deep bond of affection with its customers, who often refer to their local store as "my Wegmans."
The love goes both ways: In his Menu magazine letter, Danny Wegman says "We want to thank you for allowing our family to be part of your family. You've welcomed us into your kitchen to help with meals and celebrate life's special moments. Thank you for choosing us, and for inspiring everyone in our company to always give you our best."
In 1916, brothers John and Walter Wegman went into the food business together. John (Jack) Wegman worked as a produce huckster, buying fresh fruits and vegetables each day from farmers at the Public Market to sell from a pushcart in the streets of Rochester, NY. His brother Walter learned the grocery business working in a store his parents operated from the front of their home, the same home where Walter's son Robert B. Wegman was born in 1918.
In 1937, Robert B. Wegman, began to work for his father Walter and Uncle Jack. He led the company from 1950 until his death in 2006.
Wegmans has changed over the last 100 years in business, but the company continues to follow Robert B. Wegman's advice "Never think of yourself; always help others."
Those words led to putting the needs of employees first, and to generations of employees' families working at Wegmans. Wegmans takes pride in welcoming customers like guests in your own home — offering their best, putting them at ease in a sparkling-clean, beautiful setting. The company worked to find new ways to help families make delicious, healthy, affordable meals that everybody loved. Wegmans has spent decades of partnering with local growers and producers, and giving back to the community in ways that have had a significant impact.
Wegmans dedication also led to the deep bond of affection with its customers, who often refer to their local store as "my Wegmans."
The love goes both ways: In his Menu magazine letter, Danny Wegman says "We want to thank you for allowing our family to be part of your family. You've welcomed us into your kitchen to help with meals and celebrate life's special moments. Thank you for choosing us, and for inspiring everyone in our company to always give you our best."
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