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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
The family-owned company, which was started by brothers John and Walter Wegman in 1916 as the Rochester Fruit & Vegetable Company, focuses on innovation, service, and commitment to quality. The goal has always been to do something no one else is doing and provide customers with the highest-quality products they can’t find anywhere else.
The company grew from a pushcart, to making headlines in 1930 for opening a 20,000-square-foot store, to now operating 112 stores. Today, Danny Wegman (third generation) serves as chairman, Colleen Wegman (fourth generation) is president and CEO, and Nicole Wegman (fourth generation) is president of Wegmans Brand.
Wegmans is a values-based family company committed to being a great place to work and shop. Its core values — care, empowerment, high standards, respect, and making a difference — are at the center of every decision. The commitment the company has made to innovation and excellence, as well as putting its people first, are key to its success and growth.
Wegmans continues to focus on innovation, monitoring trends, and most importantly, listening to its customers to understand their needs and provide solutions. Wegmans and its employees are passionate about their customers and their communities and are committed to making sure they have access to great-tasting, healthy food.
Making a difference is one of the company’s core values. The company’s giving priorities include the areas of hunger relief and health, education and workforce, youth support, and community collaboration. Wegmans is committed to understanding the changing needs of each individual community, ensuring it gives back in meaningful ways.
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This profile is part of our Best Family-Owned Businesses for 2025. Information used in this profile was sourced from the honoree. View the full list at rbj.net. |
