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King Soopers

Type	Subsidiary
Industry	Retail

King Soopers is a supermarket brand of Kroger located primarily in the Rocky Mountains of the United States. It operates stores in Colorado and Wyoming.

History[edit]

King Soopers was founded in 1947 by Lloyd J. King and his family in Arvada, Colorado. The name "King Soopers" was chosen to convey the idea of a "super" market. The chain quickly expanded throughout the Denver metropolitan area and beyond.

In 1983, King Soopers became a part of the Kroger Company, one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States. This acquisition allowed King Soopers to benefit from Kroger's extensive resources and distribution networks.

Operations[edit]

King Soopers operates a variety of store formats, including traditional supermarkets and larger "Marketplace" stores that offer a wider range of products, including clothing and home goods. The stores are known for their wide selection of groceries, fresh produce, meats, and bakery items.

Store Locations[edit]

King Soopers has over 100 locations, primarily in Colorado, with a few stores in Wyoming. The stores are strategically located to serve urban, suburban, and rural communities.

Products and Services[edit]

King Soopers offers a wide range of products, including:

Fresh produce
Meat and seafood
Dairy products
Bakery items
Deli and prepared foods
Health and beauty products
Household goods

The stores also provide services such as:

Community Involvement[edit]

King Soopers is actively involved in the communities it serves. The company supports local schools, food banks, and other charitable organizations through donations and volunteer efforts. King Soopers also participates in Kroger's "Zero Hunger | Zero Waste" initiative, which aims to end hunger in the communities it serves and eliminate waste across the company by 2025.

Parent Company: Kroger[edit]

Kroger is one of the largest retail companies in the United States, operating over 2,700 supermarkets and multi-department stores under various banners. Kroger is known for its commitment to quality, value, and customer service.

External Links[edit]

[Official King Soopers website](https://www.kingsoopers.com)

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-== King Soopers ==
 {{Infobox company
 | name = King Soopers
-| logo =
+| logo = King_Soopers_logo.svg
 | type = Subsidiary
 | industry = Retail
-| foundation = 1947
+| founded = 1947
 | founder = Lloyd J. King
-| location_city = Denver, Colorado
+| headquarters = [[Denver, Colorado]], [[United States]]
-| location_country = United States
+| number_of_locations = 118
-| locations = 150+
+| area_served = [[Colorado]], [[Wyoming]]
-| key_people = Joe Kelley (President)
+| parent = [[Kroger]]
-| parent = The Kroger Co.
-| website = [https://www.kingsoopers.com/ www.kingsoopers.com]
 }}
-'''King Soopers''' is a supermarket chain based in Denver, Colorado, and is a subsidiary of The Kroger Co., one of the largest retail companies in the United States. Founded in 1947 by Lloyd J. King, King Soopers has grown to become one of the leading grocery retailers in the region.
+'''King Soopers''' is a supermarket brand of [[Kroger]] located primarily in the [[Rocky Mountains]] of the [[United States]]. It operates stores in [[Colorado]] and [[Wyoming]].
-== History ==
-King Soopers was established in 1947 when Lloyd J. King opened the first store in Arvada, Colorado. The store quickly gained popularity for its wide selection of products and competitive prices. Over the years, King Soopers expanded its operations and opened multiple locations across Colorado.
-In 1957, King Soopers merged with Dillon Companies, Inc., a Kansas-based grocery chain. This merger allowed King Soopers to further expand its presence in the region and introduce new innovations in the grocery industry.
-In 1983, Dillon Companies, Inc. was acquired by The Kroger Co., a leading retail company based in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a result of this acquisition, King Soopers became a subsidiary of The Kroger Co. and continued to operate under its own brand name.
-== Products and Services ==
+==History==
+King Soopers was founded in 1947 by [[Lloyd J. King]] and his family in [[Arvada, Colorado]]. The name "King Soopers" was chosen to convey the idea of a "super" market. The chain quickly expanded throughout the [[Denver metropolitan area]] and beyond.
-King Soopers offers a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of its customers. The supermarket chain provides a variety of grocery items, including fresh produce, meat, dairy products, bakery items, and household essentials. Additionally, King Soopers features a pharmacy department, offering prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs.
+In 1983, King Soopers became a part of the [[Kroger]] Company, one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States. This acquisition allowed King Soopers to benefit from Kroger's extensive resources and distribution networks.
-The company also provides various services to enhance the shopping experience for its customers. This includes online shopping and home delivery services, allowing customers to conveniently order groceries from the comfort of their homes.
+==Operations==
+King Soopers operates a variety of store formats, including traditional supermarkets and larger "Marketplace" stores that offer a wider range of products, including clothing and home goods. The stores are known for their wide selection of groceries, fresh produce, meats, and bakery items.
-== Locations ==
+===Store Locations===
+King Soopers has over 100 locations, primarily in [[Colorado]], with a few stores in [[Wyoming]]. The stores are strategically located to serve urban, suburban, and rural communities.
-King Soopers operates over 150 stores across Colorado, serving millions of customers each year. The company has a strong presence in major cities such as Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, as well as in smaller towns and suburban areas.
+===Products and Services===
+King Soopers offers a wide range of products, including:
+* Fresh produce
+* Meat and seafood
+* Dairy products
+* Bakery items
+* Deli and prepared foods
+* Health and beauty products
+* Household goods
-== Community Involvement ==
+The stores also provide services such as:
+* [[Pharmacy]]
+* [[Floral]]
+* [[Fuel centers]]
+* [[Money services]]
-King Soopers is committed to giving back to the communities it serves. The company actively participates in various charitable initiatives and community programs. King Soopers supports local food banks, sponsors community events, and partners with nonprofit organizations to address hunger and promote wellness in the communities it operates.
+==Community Involvement==
+King Soopers is actively involved in the communities it serves. The company supports local schools, food banks, and other charitable organizations through donations and volunteer efforts. King Soopers also participates in Kroger's "Zero Hunger | Zero Waste" initiative, which aims to end hunger in the communities it serves and eliminate waste across the company by 2025.
-== References ==
+==Parent Company: Kroger==
+[[Kroger]] is one of the largest retail companies in the United States, operating over 2,700 supermarkets and multi-department stores under various banners. Kroger is known for its commitment to quality, value, and customer service.
-{{Reflist}}
+==See Also==
+* [[Kroger]]
+* [[Supermarket]]
+* [[Retail]]
-== External links ==
+==External Links==
+* [Official King Soopers website](https://www.kingsoopers.com)
-* [https://www.kingsoopers.com/ Official website]
+{{Kroger}}
 [[Category:Supermarkets of the United States]]
-[[Category:Companies based in Denver]]
+[[Category:Companies based in Denver, Colorado]]
 [[Category:Retail companies established in 1947]]
+[[Category:Kroger]]