October 2021 | Save A Lot

Save A Lot supports independent operators with its licensing opportunity.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Save A Lot Retail Partner

Save A Lot has built a model designed to empower independent grocery operators to thrive. For those already working in the grocery industry, or entrepreneurs looking for a strong entry point, becoming a Retail Partner offers the best of both worlds: local ownership and expert support. With operational independence, supply chain strength and a national

October 27, 2025

Local ownership with national support for mid-size and rural communities.

The Power of Local Ownership: Save A Lot’s Impact in Mid-Size and Rural Markets

In mid-sized towns and rural communities, local grocery stores are lifelines to the neighborhoods they serve. Families rely on them for fresh, affordable food that may be otherwise unavailable. That’s where Save A Lot comes in. We know that local ownership makes all the difference, and independent grocery operators who live in these communities understand

October 13, 2025

What It Means to Be A Business Owner with a Trusted National Brand

Independent grocery stores are the backbone of our neighborhoods. They provide essential products, support local communities and create jobs while offering a shopping experience that reflects the people they serve. Save A Lot Retail Partners embody this approach by combining the strength of a trusted national brand with the flexibility to make store-level decisions that

September 29, 2025

Local grocery store owners can grow under Save A Lot

Local Grocery Store Conversion with Save A Lot: What to Expect and How It Works

For independent grocers, converting your existing store to the Save A Lot model is a way to strengthen your business while maintaining the unique character that makes your store a local staple. The conversion offers a proven system designed to improve efficiency, simplify operations and support sustainable growth, all without losing touch with the community

September 2, 2025

Save A Lot prioritizes operational efficiency for Retail Partners.

3 Ways Save A Lot Grocery Stores are Built for Operational Efficiency

Running a successful discount grocery store requires balancing operational efficiency, profitability and customer satisfaction. That’s why Save A Lot has developed a discount grocery store model that works for independent grocers and the communities they serve. By combining a simple , highly shoppable store design, curated product assortment in display ready cases, and dedicated distribution

August 28, 2025

The Save A Lot licensing model supports local leadership.

The Power of Local Leadership: Inside Lori Stivers’ 30-Year Journey with Save A Lot

Strong local leadership is at the heart of Save A Lot’s grocery operations. Lori Stivers is a prime example of this idea. Lori’s career path offers a clear example of how the Save A Lot licensing model supports sustainable success for hometown grocers. As the President of Anchor Foods—a multi-store Save A Lot Retail Partner

August 4, 2025