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Whole Foods started in 1978 as a small natural foods store called SaferWay in Austin, Texas. It later combined with another natural grocery store to form Whole Foods, which has since expanded to over 420 stores across the U.S., Canada, and U.K. Whole Foods believes in decentralizing buying decisions while maintaining standards like non-GMO and fair trade. Their mission is to support health, well-being, and healing for people, businesses, and the planet. Key facts include that their first store opened in 1980 in Austin, they are the eighth largest food retailer in the U.S., and they have been named one of the best companies to work for by Fortune magazine for 18 years.
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UV1019 Dec. 23, 2008 This case was prepared by C.docx
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Dec. 23, 2008
This case was prepared by Chris Aprill (MBA �’08), Daniel Payne (MBA �’08), Stephanie Ring (MBA �’08), and
Kristin Strauss (MBA �’08), under the supervision of L. J. Bourgeois, the Paul M. Hammaker Research Professor of
Business Administration. Copyright 2008 by the University of Virginia Darden School Foundation,
Charlottesville, VA. All rights reserved. To order copies, send an e-mail to [email protected]
o part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, used in a spreadsheet, or transmitted in
any form or by any means�—electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise�—without the permission
of the Darden School Foundation.
WHOLE FOODS MARKET AD WILD OATS MERGER
John Mackey, chairman, CEO, and cofounder of Texas-based Whole Foods Market, sat at
his desk, rubbing his eyes. It was April 23, 2008, over a year since Whole Foods announced its
intention to acquire Colorado-based Wild Oats Markets, its closest competitor, in February 2007,
and the acquisition was still in legal turmoil. After defeating an antitrust lawsuit filed by the U.S.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Whole Foods had moved forward with its acquisition of Wild
Oats in August 2007. But in October 2007, Mackey received word that the FTC had filed an
appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit; however, nothing had been decided.
Despite the challenging regulatory environment, Mackey and his management team had
already begun integrating Wild Oats into Whole Foods. Of the initial 109 Wild Oats stores,
Whole Foods sold 35, closed 12, and converted one-third of the remaining stores into Whole
Foods outlets.1 Mackey had no idea how Whole Foods would �“undo�” the deal if the court did not
rule in its favor. Yet, even if Whole Foods won the court battle, the mounting legal fees and
potential distraction from operations was sure to have a negative impact on the benefits expected
from the $565 million deal. Now, as Mackey thought back to last February, he was uneasy about
the decision he and his management team had made to purchase Wild Oats. He was also unsure
how to react to the possible implications of the court�’s impending decision.
Whole Foods Company Background
In 1978, Mackey and his then-girlfriend Renee Lawson Hardy, both University of Texas
drop-outs, borrowed $45,000 to open a small natural-foods store named SaferWay in Austin,
Texas. After some initial success, in 1980, they partnered with Mark Skiles and Craig Weller,
owners of Clarksville Natural Grocery, to form the first Whole Foods Market. This first store
measured 12,500 square feet and had 19 employees, making it one of the largest health-food
1 Christopher Rugaber, �“Court Weighs FTC�’s Request to Halt Whole Foods Deal,�” Yahoo! Finance
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/080423/whole_foods_transaction.html (accessed April 28, 2008).
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Book Title: Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making and Cases
Printed By: Alexis Crayton ([email protected])
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14-1 Introduction
In a period of time when green is on everyone’s mind, it seems fitting to see Whole Foods’s distinctive green signs in neighborhoods across the country. Beginning with its first expansion in 1984, Whole Foods has grown domestically. In 2007 Whole Foods began opening stores in the United Kingdom. The company has fueled its expansion by acquiring other food chains as well. For instance, it acquired one of its largest competitors—Wild Oats—in 2007. The company currently operates 465 stores located throughout the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The firm has also been elected as one of Fortune magazine’s Top 100 Companies to Work For every year since the list was created in 1998. Although customers are considered to be the company’s highest valued stakeholder, Whole Foods adopts a stakeholder orientation that focuses on the needs of all of its stakeholders, including its employees and the community.
Whole Foods spearheaded efforts in the grocery industry to source its food products responsibly and search for innovative solutions to improve its environmental footprint. The company emphasizes healthy living and seeks to contribute to the communities where it does business. However, despite Whole Foods ’ s significant accomplishments in business ethics, it has not been free from criticism. In pursuit of growth, it has been accused of running local stores out of business and received mixed responses from some consumers. Other ethical issues include antitrust investigations and questionable activity by CEO John Mackey.
This case begins by providing brief historical background information on Whole Foods. Next, its mission and values are examined, followed by a look at how the company strives to live out its values to become a good corporate citizen. We also consider ethical issues Whole Foods has faced to demonstrate the complexity companies may experience when engaging in ethical decision making. Finally, we examine some recent challenges Whole Foods is facing as competition in the organic food industry continues to increase.
Chapter 14: Whole Foods: 365 Degrees of Commitment to Stakeholders: 14-1 Introduction
Book Title: Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making and Cases
Printed By: Alexis Crayton ([email protected])
© 2019 Cengage Learning, Cengage Learning
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Reflecting back over his three decades of experience in the grocery business, John Mackey
smiled to himself over his previous successes. His entrepreneurial history began with a
single store which he has now grown to the nation’s leading natural food chain. Whole
Foods is not just a food retailer but instead represents a healthy, socially responsible lifestyle
that customers can identify with. The company has differentiated itself from competitors by
focusing on quality as excellence and innovation that allows them to charge a premium price
for premium products. This strategy has formed their success over the last 30 years but like
any success story there are limits to how far it can go before a new direction is needed so
that it remains successful for the next 30 years. While proud of the past, John had concerns
about the future direction Whole Foods should head.
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Whole Foods carries both natural and organic food offering customers a wide variety of
products. “Natural” refers to food that is free of growth hormones or antibiotics, where
“certificated organic” food conforms to the standards, as defined by the U.S. Department of
Agriculture (USDA) in October 2002. Whole Foods Market® is the world’s leading retailer of
natural and organic foods, with 193 stores in 31 states and Canada and the United Kingdom.
John Mackey, current president and cofounder of Whole Foods, opened “Safer Way” natural
grocery store in 1978. The store had limited success as it was a small location allowing only
for a limited selection, focusing entirely on vegetarian foods. John joined forces with Craig
Weller and Mark Skiles, founders of “Clarksville Natural Grocery” (founded in 1979), to
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commissaries.
“Whole Foods Market remains uniquely mission driven: The Company is highly selec-
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UV1019 Dec. 23, 2008 This case was prepared by C.docx
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This case was prepared by Chris Aprill (MBA �’08), Daniel Payne (MBA �’08), Stephanie Ring (MBA �’08), and
Kristin Strauss (MBA �’08), under the supervision of L. J. Bourgeois, the Paul M. Hammaker Research Professor of
Business Administration. Copyright 2008 by the University of Virginia Darden School Foundation,
Charlottesville, VA. All rights reserved. To order copies, send an e-mail to [email protected]
o part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, used in a spreadsheet, or transmitted in
any form or by any means�—electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise�—without the permission
of the Darden School Foundation.
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rule in its favor. Yet, even if Whole Foods won the court battle, the mounting legal fees and
potential distraction from operations was sure to have a negative impact on the benefits expected
from the $565 million deal. Now, as Mackey thought back to last February, he was uneasy about
the decision he and his management team had made to purchase Wild Oats. He was also unsure
how to react to the possible implications of the court�’s impending decision.
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drop-outs, borrowed $45,000 to open a small natural-foods store named SaferWay in Austin,
Texas. After some initial success, in 1980, they partnered with Mark Skiles and Craig Weller,
owners of Clarksville Natural Grocery, to form the first Whole Foods Market. This first store
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Chapter 14: Whole Foods: 365 Degrees of Commitment to Stakeholders: 14-1 Introduction
Book Title: Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making and Cases
Printed By: Alexis Crayton ([email protected])
© 2019 Cengage Learning, Cengage Learning
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Whole foods market project
Whole Foods Market was founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas and has since grown to become the largest retailer of natural and organic foods in the United States. The company aims to set high standards for food retailers by providing the highest quality natural and organic products, satisfying and delighting customers, supporting team member happiness and excellence, and caring about communities and the environment. Whole Foods' core values include selling high quality natural and organic products, satisfying customers, supporting team members, creating partnerships with suppliers, and promoting health through education.
COOK Alliance: Manifesto, Values, & 2020 Vision
A year in review (2019) and a look forward into 2020 for the COOK Alliance, the non profit that legalized the sales of home cooked food and is stewarding the new home cooking industry towards justice & equity.
COOK Alliance: Manifesto, Values, & 2020 Vision
A year in review (2019) and a look forward into 2020 for the COOK Alliance, the non profit that legalized the sales of home cooked food and is stewarding the new home cooking industry towards justice & equity.
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Whole Foods agreed to acquire Wild Oats for $565 million plus $106 million in debt. The FTC filed an injunction to block the merger, arguing it would reduce competition in the natural and organic grocery market. Whole Foods and Wild Oats were the two largest national chains competing intensely in many local markets, and a merger could substantially lessen this competition.
Food & Faith: A Values-Based Approach for Community Food Security
Food & Faith: A Values-Based Approach for Community Food Security
Angela Smith, Baltimore Food & Faith Project
Pastor Heber Brown III, Pleasant Hope Baptist Church
Jenny Holmes, Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon
Cassi Johnson, Community Food Advocates
Five faith-based organizations and faith communities representing different traditions will share their work to support local farmers, develop community gardens, and increase healthy food accessibility. Attendees will be asked to share best practices from their own faith-based efforts and participate in structured small group discussions, each led by a panelist.
Enrich International Sells Nutritional Supplements Through Networks
As founder and current president of Zija International in Lehu, Utah, Kenneth Brailsford oversees the daily operations of the nutritional supplement business and is known as a network marketing pioneer. Part of the nutritional supplement industry for more than 35 years, Kenneth Brailsford is also the founder of Enrich International.
Whole Foods Strategic Audit
The document provides an overview of Whole Foods Market's strategic audit, including its current performance, strategic posture, board of directors, top management, and mission consistency. In 2006, Whole Foods experienced 19% sales growth to $5.6 billion in sales, improved cash flow to $453 million, and returned $358 million in dividends to shareholders. The board of directors includes internal and external members who provide experience to guide the company's mission to promote health and well-being through high quality organic foods.
Whole foods market
Whole Foods Market was founded in 1978 when John Mackey and Rene Lawson Hardy opened a small natural foods store called SaferWay in Austin, Texas. They later partnered with two others and merged with another store to form the original Whole Foods Market in 1980. Less than a year later, a major flood devastated Austin and the store's inventory. As of February 2022, Whole Foods Market has over 666 shareholders, owns over 313 million shares worth over $16.7 billion. The company also operates the Whole Planet Foundation to fund poverty alleviation efforts where it sources products, with a current campaign goal of raising $7 million to help over 250,000 people.
Eolfc 2013 jim slama family farmed org - good food = good business keynote
Eolfc 2013 jim slama family farmed org - good food = good business keynoteEastern Ontario Local Food Conference
The Eastern Ontario Local Food Conference (EOLFC 2013) provided a great opportunity to share information, learn about success stories and gather information on innovative local food businesses, projects and best practices. The conference was organized by KEDCO (Kingston Economic Development Corporation) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and the Ministry of Rural Affairs. The theme of the conference was Innovation Driving Local Food and it was held December 3, 2013 at the Ambassador Hotel in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Jim Slama of Familyfarmed.org keynote presentation on Good Food = Good Business.Whole Foods Presentation
The document discusses Whole Foods' social media marketing strategy. It outlines the demographics of Whole Foods customers, which tend to be college educated, urban dwellers interested in organic and sustainable products. Statistics provided include the number of US and international stores as well as follower counts for Whole Foods' main social media channels. The document also examines Whole Foods' core values and its use of owned, paid, and earned social media channels to engage customers. Examples of in-store marketing images from specific Whole Foods locations are presented, and the document concludes with a SWOT analysis of Whole Foods' social media presence.
LiefLabs Article
Lief Labs, a contract supplement manufacturer located in Valencia, saw 151% revenue growth to $5.4 million last year due to a multimillion dollar order. The company's success is attributed to its reputation for transparency, loyalty, and partnership with clients, with 95% of business coming from word-of-mouth referrals. Lief Labs manufactures vitamins, supplements, and other products for brand companies. The owner, Adel Villalobos, has 17 years of experience in the industry and expects revenue to triple to $14 million by the end of the year.
Stop Playing Not to Lose and Start Playing to Win
This document outlines strategies for building consumer trust in agriculture. It discusses the Center for Food Integrity's mission to share accurate information about food production and correct misinformation. The organization aims to redefine agriculture as the ethical choice for people, animals, and the planet. Key points include demonstrating shared values with consumers, emphasizing science-based practices, and supporting consumer choice in food.
Farmers Market Presentation from May 1, 2010
Our management team from Ohio University Lancaster attended our Lancaster Farmers Market Grand Opening on May 1, 2010. We had to write a final paper and prepare a presentation that we will deliver on May 4, 2010. We learned a lot and had a great experience!
J mackey & whole foods poster
John Mackey is the co-founder and CEO of Whole Foods Market, which began as a natural foods store in Texas in 1978 and now has over 300 stores worldwide. While he didn't complete a college degree, Mackey became an entrepreneur to prove businesses could have a positive social impact. Whole Foods Market aims to set high standards for food retailers and sees its mission as serving customers, employees, and the environment. Mackey believes businesses should have a higher purpose beyond profit and practices servant leadership, focusing on empowering employees and building relationships with stakeholders.
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Eric Bowman from the Northwest Cooperative Development Center gave a presentation on cooperative businesses and case studies. He discussed how cooperatives are member-owned and benefit and controlled. Case studies included Organic Valley, a large organic dairy cooperative, Country Natural Beef, a meat marketing cooperative, and Montana Bunkhouse Working Ranch Vacations, a cooperative that connects ranchers with tourists. The key points were that the case cooperatives were formed out of economic need, market their values and philosophy, and have innovated and reinvented themselves successfully.
Good Food Box - Ottaw (La Boîte verte d'Ottawa)
Good Food Box - Ottaw (La Boîte verte d'Ottawa)Sustain Ontario - The Alliance for Healthy Food and Farming
Slides from Natasha Beaudin's presentation on the Ottawa Good Food Box/La Boîte verte d'Ottawa as part of the Food Access PLC's webinar on Good Food Box & Market Programs that took place December 11th. Natasha Beaudin is the Ottawa GFB Coordinator.Yevo Opportunity Presentation
YEVO International produces nutrient-dense dehydrated whole food meals. Their goal is to provide affordable, shelf-stable meals containing all 43 essential nutrients. Their founder, Peter Castleman, predicts the company will reach $20 billion in three years by addressing the global health crisis of nutrient-deficient processed foods. The presentation promotes joining YEVO's direct sales opportunity to earn income while helping distribute their whole food product line.
Techutrion: Careers that Nourish Lives; Technology and Science Careers in Foo...
Techutrion: Careers that Nourish Lives; Technology and Science Careers in Foo...Career Communications Group
What would a STEM major do at a food company? Make a difference!
Join us to learn about the consumer packaged food industry, where you will find career opportunities with positive challenge and personal growth as both a technical expert and a business leader. Senior leaders from General Mills will share their experiences and insight on careers in the industry, and how they can enable you to have an impact on the lives of people and families locally and across the world.
At the end of this seminar, participants will have greater understanding of:
* Career Opportunities for STEM Majors:
Manufacturing Engineering (Controls/Process/Project/ Reliability/System)
Manufacturing Operations Leadership
Quality Engineering
Research and Development
Supply Chain Logistics
* Skill Sets for Success:
Technical
Scientific
Leadership
* Career Impact:
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Food & Faith: A Values-Based Approach for Community Food Security
Food & Faith: A Values-Based Approach for Community Food Security
Enrich International Sells Nutritional Supplements Through Networks
Enrich International Sells Nutritional Supplements Through Networks
Eolfc 2013 jim slama family farmed org - good food = good business keynote
Eolfc 2013 jim slama family farmed org - good food = good business keynote
Techutrion: Careers that Nourish Lives; Technology and Science Careers in Foo...
Techutrion: Careers that Nourish Lives; Technology and Science Careers in Foo...
Fact sheet
- 1. Walter E Robb IV Co-Executive Officer 550 Bowie Street Austin, TX 78703 (512)- 542- 0878 Whole Foods Fact Sheet History: In 1978 Whole Foods Market Inc. started out as a small natural foods store called SaferWay. Two years later the founderof SaferWay, John Mackey, partnered with Craig Weller and Mark Stiles and combined their Natural Grocery with SaferWay thus producing Whole Foods.Whole Foods Market Inc. first began expanding across Texas and after 19 years of operation the company's 100th s tore was opened in Torrance, California. Mission: Whole Foods Market Inc. is based on a systemof decentralized buying where each vendoris approved at a regional level for corporate standards such as being non- gmo and fair trade which affirms their role as a natural foods store. They believe that as an organization it is their purpose to help support the health, well- being, and healing of people, business organizations,and the planet. Values: •Selling the highest quality natural and organic products available •Satisfying, delighting and nourishing our customers •Supporting Team Member happiness and excellence •Creating wealth through profits and growth •Serving and supporting our local and global communities Facts: •First store opened September 20, 1980 in Austin,Texas. •Eighth largest food and drug store in the U.S. •"100 Best Companies to Work For" ranked FORTUNE magazine for 18 consecutive years. •Number 218 on Fortune 500 list. •More than 420 stores throughout the U.K., Canada, and 42 U.S. states. "Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet"