The Private Label Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place during the PLMA 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona.
The class consists of nine men and women who were honored in one of three categories:
Private Brand Champion
- Thomas Becker, who most recently served as director of proprietary brands, Circle K;
- John Yannuzzi, VP of corporate brands, Powermax USA; and
- Carolyn Boege, private brands category development manager, Ahold Delhaize USA.
Private Brand Innovator
- Jeannine Buscher, co-founder and EVP of innovation, FedUp Foods; and
- Michelle Helena Denk, director of retail division, Affinity Group.
Lifetime Achievement
- Judy Albazi, president and CEO, Chase Products Co.;
- Juan De Paoli, who most recently served as VP of Our Brands, The Kroger Co.;
- Ross Purdy, VP of center store operations, Food City/K-VA-T Food Stores; and
- Robert Snyder, former CEO, Sinco (retired).
“Our nine-member class of 2025 represents the best-of-the-best thought leaders and changemakers,” said PLMA President Peggy Davies. “Their commitment and dedication to private label is an inspiration to all.”
The Private Label Hall of Fame was created in 2006 to recognize those who have made significant contributions in their own organizations, as well as those who have set standards of excellence and accomplishment throughout the industry.
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About PLMA
The Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) is a nonprofit trade organization founded in 1979 to promote the store brands industry. With executive offices in New York and international council offices in Amsterdam, PLMA represents more than 4,900 member companies worldwide.
In addition to the Annual Private Label Trade Show in Chicago and its World of Private Label International Trade Show in Amsterdam, PLMA provides annual conferences, executive education and professional development opportunities.