FMI – The Food Industry Association has named Jessica Tanner as its director of legal operations, where she will serve as a key advisor to the organization on legal operations, regulatory strategy and policy. Specifically, Tanner will work alongside FMI counsel and Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) and FMI leadership to ensure compliance with relevant […]
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The Hershey Co. Names Next President, CEO
The Hershey Company has appointed Kirk Tanner to succeed Michele Buck as president and CEO, effective Aug. 18. Buck, who announced her intention to retire from the company at the beginning of this year, will work with Tanner in a senior advisory capacity to ensure a smooth transition. “I am thrilled to see Kirk step into the […]
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AGNE Promotes Greenlaw To COO
Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE) has promoted Russ Greenlaw to the role of chief operating officer, effective July 1. In his new position, Greenlaw will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the company, ensuring efficient and productive business processes and implementing its business plan in alignment with the company’s overall strategic goals. […]
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SQFI Appoints Anderson VP, Business Development
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), a division of FMI – The Food Industry Association, has added Rachel Anderson as VP of business development. Anderson brings more than two decades of leadership in strategic sales, marketing and supply chain operations, enhancing SQFI’s mission to offer food safety and quality certification programs worldwide. “Rachel brings a wealth […]
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AGNE Promotes Glover To SVP, CFO, Treasurer
Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE), the largest retailer-owned, wholesale grocery distribution center in New England, has promoted Ben Glover to SVP, CFO and treasurer. Since joining AGNE in 2022, Glover has played a key role in strengthening its financial operations through a series of leadership positions, including corporate store controller, director of finance, senior […]
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Heritage Grocers Group Appoints Espinoza Chief Administrative Officer
Heritage Grocers Group has appointed Leticia G. Espinoza chief administrative officer, reporting to Suzy Monford, chairman and CEO. Espinoza, who previously served as chief legal and human resources officer, will oversee real estate, loss prevention, corporate affairs, communications, risk management and legal and human resources across all Heritage banner companies. “Leticia’s appointment is a reflection […]
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Wilson Tapped As CFO For Ahold Delhaize USA
Jason Wilson, a retail and finance executive and longtime leader at Ahold Delhaize USA companies, has been named CFO. Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, The Giant Co., Giant Food, Hannaford and […]
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2 Leaders To Be Inducted Into 2025 NFRA Refrigerated Food Hall Of Fame
Two industry leaders will be inducted into the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association’s (NFRA) Refrigerated Food Hall of Fame during the 2025 NFRA Convention on Oct. 20 at the World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. The hall of fame was established in 2010 to recognize those whose passion and leadership have advanced the refrigerated […]