Kroger has announced that Rudy DiPietro will succeed Keith Shoemaker as president of its Dallas Division, effective March 29, following Shoemaker’s retirement after nearly 48 years with the company. Over the course of a 21-year career with Ahold Delhaize USA, DiPietro held a variety of leadership roles across many of the organization’s family of brands. […]
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Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, News, Northeast
The Hershey Co. Names Taffet As Chief Growth Officer
The Hershey Co. has named Stacy Taffet as its chief growth officer, effective April 14. In this role, she will be responsible for driving transformative growth strategies across the company’s expanding snacks portfolio. Taffet is a seasoned marketing executive with 20 years of leadership experience, including 15 years in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and a PepsiCo […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, Wakefern, West
Wakefern’s Stigers Named USC’s 2025 Food Industry Executive Of The Year
The USC Marshall School of Business Food Industry Management (FIM) program will honor Mike Stigers, president of Wakefern Food Corp., as its 2025 Food Industry Executive of the Year. Each year, the award is presented to an executive who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and a strong commitment to education. Stigers also will serve as the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Executive News, West
Morris To Succeed Sankaran As Albertsons Cos. CEO
Albertsons Companies Inc. has announced a CEO succession plan under which Susan Morris, EVP and chief operations officer, will assume the role following the planned retirement of Vivek Sankaran, effective May 1. During the transition period, Morris will work closely with Sankaran to continue executing the company’s “Customers for Life” strategy. On the effective date, […]
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TRUNO Names St. Clair As New CEO
Lubbock, Texas-based TRUNO Retail Technology Solutions has named Chris St. Clair its new CEO. The company said Brad Ralston, who has served as CEO since 2011, will remain actively involved in TRUNO’s strategic planning and leadership. “Chris has lived through the challenges our customers face every day. He knows firsthand how to successfully run a […]
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Kroger Chair/CEO McMullen Resigns Following Investigation
The Kroger Co. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned following a board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger’s Policy on Business Ethics, according to a March 3 statement from the company. Lead Director Ronald “Ron” Sargent has been appointed to serve as chairman […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, West
Heritage Grocers Group Appoints Garcia VP Of Marketing
Ontario, California-based Heritage Grocers Group has appointed Allison Garcia VP of marketing, where she will oversee HGG’s go-to-market strategy and report to Suzy Monford, chairman and CEO. “Allie brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for the grocery industry to our team,” Monford said. “Her deep understanding of the industry and innovative marketing approach will […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Southwest
Tyson Foods Promotes Cole, Stewart As Part of Development, Succession Planning Process
Tyson Foods Inc. has promoted Devin Cole and Brady Stewart as part of its development and succession planning process. The company said Cole’s and Stewart’s leadership has been instrumental in helping fortify its foundation, build brands and grow globally, strategic pillars they will continue to focus on in their new roles. Cole has been named […]