Their incredible increase over the past 25 years has vaulted them into the rankings of the largest US supermarkets and they have arguably resulted in the widespread acceptance of organic and natural foods in the United States. Yet more lately, Whole Foods has come under attack as having left their earlier societal mission as they have sought to deliver economic growth. The case starts with their acquisition of Wild Oats their biggest competitor and describes many of the mechanisms they have used to successfully integrate acquisitions that were earlier. In conclusion, the case scenario 'Whole Foods: Balancing Social Mission and Growth' additionally allows for pupils to evaluate CEO John Mackey's new version of "conscious capitalism." Is only an explanation, or Mackey's thought a workable model for Whole Foods extensive growth while avoiding progressive practices including an unionized work force?
PUBLICATION DATE: August 25, 2009 PRODUCT #: 410023-HCB-ENG
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