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SERVICE

At H-E-B, we believe grocery shopping is more than an errand. That’s why it’s
our pledge to always go above and beyond. Here, we think like the customer, not
about the customer.




HEART

People matter. Here, people are at the heart of every decision made and
everything we do – no store cares more.





DRIVE

Competition drives us, but collaboration defines us. A shared spirit drives us
to work together and build a company that doesn’t just meet the Customer’s
needs, it exceeds them.




INNOVATION

We’re continuously searching for ways to serve our Partners, Customers, and
Communities better and make their lives easier. Here, we are relentlessly
dissatisfied with the present.





COMMITMENT

Here, we don’t need an audience to act with integrity. Because we believe you
don’t need permission to do the right thing.




OUR HISTORY


1905


THE FIRST STORE

With her first husband in poor health and three small children, Florence Butt
recognizes the need to support her family and opens the C.C. Butts Grocery store
on November 26th, 1905 with her savings of $60.


1916


DELIVERY METHODS

In 1916, the Model T Ford adds more “horsepower” to our transportation fleet,
after Florence and Howard purchase one to make their deliveries even faster and
more efficient.


1921


CASH AND CARRY

In 1921, Howard decides to end the credit delivery policy and change to a cash
and carry system, renaming the business the C.C. Butt Cash and Carry.


1926


THE SECOND STORE: DEL RIO

Eager for expansion after early disapointments, we would double in size when
Howard E. Butt opens a second successful store in Del Rio in 1926.


1928


MOVE TO HARLINGEN

In 1928, we move our company headquarters from Kerrville to Harlingen, Texas, in
the Rio Grande Valley, marking our first major expansion.


At this time, we take the corporate name, The H.E. Butt Grocery Company,
reflecting Howard’s impact on and vision for the business.


1930


25TH ANNIVERSARY

In 1930, we celebrate 25 years in business. At this time, Howard E. Butt, Sr. is
35 years old and President.

We own 17 stores with annual sales exceeding the $2 million mark.


1931


ENTRY INTO CORPUS CHRISTI

In 1931, we enter our largest city yet — Corpus Christi — with the purchase of
three stores.


1933


HURRICANE DESTROYS HARLINGEN WAREHOUSE

In 1933, A major coastal hurricane strikes the Rio Grande Valley and it causes
extensive damage throughout the Valley to homes and businesses.

Immediately after the storm passes, the Harlingen store re-opens for business,
as it is the only store able to serve its patrons.


1934


THE H.E. BUTT FOUNDATION/SPIRIT OF GIVING BEGINS

At this time, we formalize our Spirit of Giving by beginning to contribute five
percent of the company’s pre-tax earnings to charitable causes.


1936


HARLINGEN CANNING COMPANY

In 1936, we move into manufacturing with the purchase of the Harlingen Canning
Company.

It begins packaging “Texas grown, Texas packed goods,” processing Texas
vegetables and citrus juices in the plant. Its first product for sale in stores
is grapefruit juice.

We also open a bakery in Corpus Christi, Texas, to serve all stores.


1938


H-E-B MOVES TO AUSTIN

In 1938, we break into Longhorn territory with the purchase of three stores in
Austin.


1940


HEADQUARTERS MOVE TO CORPUS CHRISTI

In 1940, we move our headquarters, including offices and warehouses, to Corpus
Christi, Texas.


1942


H-E-B ENTERS SAN ANTONIO

In 1942, we open a store on Main Avenue in San Antonio, Texas — the first under
the name “H-E-B.” We also install air-conditioning in stores and introduce
frozen foods.


1949


FIRST H-E-B FOOD/DRUG STORE

On September 27th, 1949, we begin the transition from grocery store to
supermarket, with the opening of the first H-E-B Drug Store.


1955


50TH ANNIVERSARY

In 1955, we celebrate our golden anniversary, 50 years, with 65 retail stores.


1961


H-E-B PURCHASES FIRST DIESEL TRUCK

In 1961, we purchase our first diesel truck, forty-five years after Florence and
Howard Butt upgraded their transportation fleet from a horse and wagon to a
Model T Ford.


1964


NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN SAN ANTONIO

In 1964, we break ground on a new, six-acre distribution center in San Antonio
that houses warehouses for Grocery, Produce, Frozen Foods, and more, a new San
Antonio Bakery, a Transportation Terminal, and regional offices at the
intersection of Loop 410 and Interstate 35.


1966


FIRST H-E-B TRUCK ROADEO

On August 7th, 1966, H-E-B holds its first Truck Roadeo, allowing H-E-B drivers
to show off their skills and safety records.


1971


CHARLES BECOMES PRESIDENT

In 1971, Charles C. Butt succeeds his father, Howard E. Butt, Sr., and becomes
President and Chief Executive Officer of H.E. Butt Grocery Company. We have
6,000 employees and $221 million in sales.


1975


70TH ANNIVERSARY

In 1975, we celebrated our 70th anniversary with 130 stores and over 7,000
employees serving Customers.


1976


SAN ANTONIO MILK PLANT

In 1976, we open a Milk Plant in San Antonio — the largest of its kind in Texas.

Thanks to the use of two 30,000 gallon silos located next to the center, the
milk plant is one of the most modern milk-processing facilities in the world.


1978


SAN ANTONIO MEAT PLANT

On October 27th, 1978, the H-E-B Meat Plant opens in San Antonio as a central
receiving, inspection, and processing distribution center for all 146 H-E-B
stores.


1980


75TH ANNIVERSARY & $1 BILLION IN SALES

In 1980, we reach $1 billion in sales during our 75th anniversary and have
11,000 employees.


1982


NEW ICE CREAM AND PHOTO PLANTS IN SAN ANTONIO

In 1982, we open a modern photo processing plant in San Antonio.


1984


FOOD BANK PROGRAM

In 1984, we make a major commitment to feed the hungry.

Rather than simply discard or destroy salvageable, but unsalable products, we
sort items and deliver them to food banks in our market areas. This is the start
of the H-E-B Food Bank Assistance Program, which delivers millions of pounds of
food each year to Texas food banks.


1985


MOVE TO SAN ANTONIO

In 1982, we purchase 10 acres of historic property that was formerly the United
States Arsenal of San Antonio for its new headquarters and spends three years
remodeling and preserving the property, winning national design awards in the
preservation process.

With the renovation complete, we move our headquarters into the Arsenal.


1987


NEW FLOUR/TORTILLA PLANT IN CORPUS CHRISTI

In 1987, we open a plant to manufacture flour and corn tortillas in Corpus
Christi.


1987


VIDEO CENTRAL

In 1987, we open our first video rental center, H-E-B Video Central, in San
Antonio.


1988


H-E-B ENTERS HOUSTON WITH PANTRY FOODS

In 1988, we enter the Houston and northeast Texas markets with a new store
format — H-E-B Pantry Foods.

Smaller than regular H-E-B Food/Drug stores, Pantry Foods stores feature four
basic departments: Grocery, Health and Beauty, Meat, and Produce.

The first Pantry Foods opened in Columbus, Texas, with additional Pantry Foods
stores opening in and around Houston and throughout northeast Texas into the
1990s.


1989


FEAST OF SHARING DINNERS BEGIN

In 1989, we host two major new events to fight hunger and help the less
fortunate at the holidays. From these two initial dinners, one of our most
beloved community efforts, the annual Feast of Sharing Holiday Dinners, grows.
The tradition continues to this day in cities and communities across Texas and
Mexico.


1991


LOW PRICES EVERY DAY

In the fall of 1991, thousands of Partners work overnight to lower 7,000 prices
throughout the store as we introduce our “Low Prices Every Day” philosophy.


1991


H-E-B GOES WEST

In November 1991, we make our farthest moves west by entering West Texas with
store openings in the cities of San Angelo and Abilene, followed by Big Spring
in 1992.


1992


OWN BRANDS

In the early 1990s, we launch a “branded products program” to streamline
private-label brands into H-E-B brand and H-E-B economy brand products. The
program promises that we will be the brand name and the quality of products
carrying the H-E-B brand will always equal or exceed that of national brand
products.


1994


CENTRAL MARKET OPENS

On January 22nd, 1994, Central Market opens in Austin, Texas, on North Lamar. It
features shelves of goods from all over the world, produce right from the farm,
an ocean of seafood, a European bakery with crusty, rustic breads, delicate
pastries and tarts, international meats and cheeses, a coffee mill, and a juice
and ice cream bar.


1994


H-E-B GASOLINE

In August 1994, we enter the gasoline market, opening an initial three stations
at stores in New Braunfels, Victoria, and McAllen to make shopping even more
convenient for Customers.


1997


H-E-B MEXICO

On February 20, 1997, we expand into Mexico, opening our first store in
Monterrey. H-E-B Mexico opens its headquarters, the H-E-B Obispado, in the
historic Obispado, or “bishop’s residence,” sector of Monterrey.


1998


EDDIE GARCIA MOBILE KITCHEN

In 1998, we unveil the Eddie Garcia Mobile Kitchen, a unique, stand-alone food
preparation facility designed to support our Feast of Sharing Holiday Dinners
and disaster relief efforts.


2000


H-E-BUDDY

In 2000, we introduce a new mascot, H‑E‑Buddy, and a line of H‑E‑Buddy Brand
products. Children across Texas are delighted.


2001


H-E-B ENTERS HOUSTON WITH FOOD/DRUG STORES

On December 7th, 2001, we open our first new large-format Food/Drug store in the
Houston market at Fountainview and Westheimer.


2002


EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

In 2002, we launch our “Excellence in Education Awards” in San Antonio in
cooperation with the Texas Association of School Administrators as a positive
way to support public education in Texas. The Excellence in Education Award
Program is the largest monetary award program for educators in Texas, and one of
the largest in the United States.


2003


WESLACO TERMINAL

In 2003, we open a new $4 million, 14,000 square foot Transportation Terminal in
Weslaco, Texas.


2003


RETAIL EXCELLENCE AWARD, SUPERMARKET NEWS

In 2003, we receive the “Retail Excellence Award” from Supermarket News for our
merchandising savvy, local marketing initiatives, superior Customer service, and
strong community involvement.


2004


H-E-B PLUS!

In 2004, we introduce the H-E-B plus! store format in San Juan, Texas. The San
Juan H-E-B plus! is 109,000 square feet.


2005


CELEBRATION 100

In 2005, we celebrate our 100th Anniversary all year, focusing on recognition
for Partners, service to Communities, and special sales promotions for
Customers.

On November 10th, 2004, the Flight to Fight Hunger kicks everything off. A
Southwest Airlines plane featuring the H-E-B Celebration 100 logo and stuffed
with food makes stops in Houston, Dallas, Austin, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, and
San Antonio.


2006


MI TIENDA

On October 4th, 2006, we open Mi Tienda, a fresh, Central Market type of
shopping experience for Latino Customers, in Houston.


2007


WESLACO RETAIL SUPPORT CENTER

In 2007, we open a 408,000 square foot dry grocery warehouse in Weslaco to serve
60 stores south of Corpus Christi and Laredo.


2008


HURRICANE IKE

Hurricane Ike, the third most destructive hurricane to ever hit the United
States, makes landfall on the Texas Gulf Coast on September 13th, as a Category
2 hurricane with winds of 110 mph, affecting 69 stores.

Over 1,500 Partners from across the state head to Houston to help.

All 69 stores reopen within days of Ike and we launch a statewide campaign to
raise donations for evacuees.


2008


VALUED PARTNER PERKS CARD

In December 2008, we introduce the Valued Partner Perks Card, which offers our
Partners 10 percent off all their Own Brand and H-E-B exclusive brand purchases.


2010


JOE V’S SMART SHOP

On May 5th, 2010, the first Joe V’s Smart Shop opens in Houston, a small concept
store offering discount prices on a narrow assortment of grocery items.


2010


RETAILER OF THE YEAR

On October 6th, 2010, Progressive Grocer, a leading voice of the grocery
industry, names us Retailer of the Year, the trade publication’s highest honor.


2012


LARGEST STORE, SA #32

In April 2012, we open the new SA #32 plus! store in San Antonio. It is our
largest store at 185,000 square feet featuring 32 aisles of food, general
merchandise, and fun.


2012


MIA'S MIRROR

On November 2nd, 2012, we open our first Mia’s Mirror boutique store inside SA
#45, designed to engage Customers in a fun, guilt-free shopping experience of
fashion jewelry and accessories.


2013


OPERATION APPRECIATION

2013, we introduce Operation Appreciation, a campaign to honor Veterans,
active-duty Service Members, and their Families. We recognize Partners who are
Veterans and active-duty Service Members during store and work location
ceremonies around Memorial Day and Veterans Day.


2013


TEXAS BUSINESS HALL OF FAME

On November 13th, 2013, we become the first company to be inducted into the
Texas Business Hall of Fame. To thank Partners for their role in the success of
the company, our leaders host a special induction ceremony Friday, November
15th, at the Arsenal to celebrate.


2014


#10 ON TOP 25 COMPANIES FOR CULTURE AND VALUES

On August 22nd, 2014, Glassdoor.com ranks us #10 on its Top 25 Companies for
Culture and Values.


2015


#7 ON TOP 10 PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.

On December 10th, 2015, Glassdoor announces its seventh annual Employees’ Choice
Awards, honoring the Best Places to Work across the U.S. For companies with
1,000 or more employees, we come in at number 7, with reviews citing our care
for Partners as the main reason we are one of the best places to work.


2015


110TH ANNIVERSARY

In 2015, we celebrate 110 years of serving Texans!

The #since1905 Tour tours from Kerrville to North Texas between March and July
and features both a Customer Appreciation event and a Partner Family Fun Day


2015


PARTNER STOCK PLAN

To celebrate our 110th Anniversary, we announce that 55,000 Partners would
become “Owners,” as part of the Partner Stock Plan – a plan to reward the hard
work, dedication, and loyalty of our Partners.


2017


100,000 STRONG

In 2017, we surpass 100,000 Partners across Texas and Mexico confirming our
position as the largest privately-held employer in the state of Texas and one of
the largest privately held retailers in the nation.


2017


BEST PLACES TO WORK

In 2017, we were again recognized by Glassdoor as one of the best places to
work. This honor was combined with the Best Retailer to Work For from Indeed,
and Best Workplace for Women from Comparably.


2018


BEST PLACES TO WORK

In 2018, we are again recognized by Glassdoor as one of the best places to work.


2018


H-E-B AND FAVOR JOIN FORCES

In February of 2018, H-E-B and Favor join forces accelerating our path to
becoming a digital retail industry leader in Texas.

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