Hy-Vee

Hy-Vee, Inc. is an employee-owned supermarket chain operating over 285 retail stores across eight Midwestern states: Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Founded in 1930 by Charles Hyde and David Vredenburg in Beaconsfield, Iowa, Hy-Vee has grown into a prominent retailer known for its commitment to quality, variety, and superior customer service.

The company's extensive product offerings include fresh produce, meat and seafood, bakery items, dairy products, and a wide range of general grocery items.

Hy-Vee also provides specialty departments such as HealthMarket, which focuses on natural and organic products, and in-store pharmacies.

Additionally, many locations feature dining options like Market Grille and Market Grille Express, as well as fuel stations and convenience stores.

Hy-Vee's dedication to customer service is encapsulated in its slogan, "A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle," reflecting the company's mission to make lives easier, healthier, and happier.

As an employee-owned company, Hy-Vee encourages its more than 75,000 employees to contribute to the company's success, fostering a culture of ownership and pride.

In recent years, Hy-Vee has expanded its footprint beyond the Midwest.

In April 2024, the company announced the acquisition of Strack & Van Til stores in Highland, Indiana, adding 22 locations in northwest Indiana to its portfolio.

This expansion reflects Hy-Vee's ongoing commitment to growth and providing quality service to a broader customer base.

Headquarters

Hy-Vee's corporate headquarters are located in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Locations

The company operates over 285 retail stores across eight Midwestern states:

• Iowa
• Illinois
• Kansas
• Minnesota
• Missouri
• Nebraska
• South Dakota
• Wisconsin
• Additional locations in northwest Indiana following recent acquisition

International and IT Operations

In addition to its retail operations, Hy-Vee has expanded its IT operations overseas by leasing office space in Bengaluru, India.

This move follows significant layoffs in its local technology department in Grimes in 2022.

The company clarifies that the new positions do not replace those lost in the layoffs and is currently hiring locally.

Hy-Vee's dedication to quality, variety, and customer service has solidified its position as a leading supermarket chain in the Midwest, with a growing presence in new markets.