Following a four-month national search, the Food Industry Alliance of New York State (FIA) has selected Michael Durant as its new president and CEO. He succeeds Michael Rosen, who announced his retirement after 32 years with FIA. “As the FIA president, Michael brings a wealth of experience on association management, lobbying and government affairs. He has […]
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Former Albertsons Exec Joining Publix As VP Of Pharmacy
Dain Rusk, who most recently served as group VP of pharmacy operations at Albertsons, will join Publix as VP of pharmacy, effective June 1. Rusk will oversee pharmacy retail operations and the pharmacy retail business unit, including pharmacy central fill, specialty pharmacy, managed care programs and collaboration efforts with hospitals and healthcare centers. He will […]
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Industry Veteran Lutz To Join PMA In June As West Region VP
Produce industry veteran Steve Lutz will join the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) as regional VP–U.S. and Canada West in June. In this newly created senior-level position, Lutz will be responsible for expanding PMA’s West Coast presence. He will engage with members in the region to help them make the most of PMA to grow their […]
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Robach Retiring As Cargill’s VP Of Food Safety, Successor Named
Mike Robach, global VP of food safety, quality and regulatory (FSQR), will be retiring on Aug. 1, after nearly 15 years with Cargill. Sean Leighton, who has served as a food safety and quality leader at Cargill since 2017, has been named to succeed Robach. Robach joined Cargill in 2004 to lead the company’s corporate […]
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Campbell Leadership Changes Continue With New Meals, Beverages President
Campbell Soup Co. has appointed Roberto Leopardi, 53, as president of its meals and beverages division, which includes Campbell’s North American soup, sauces and shelf-stable beverages brands, as well as Pacific Foods and Plum. Leopardi will report to Luca Mignini, chief operating officer, and start at Campbell effective June 4. “Roberto brings extensive consumer packaged goods […]
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Former SNAC Int’l. President Dempsey To Helm Kennie’s Markets
Tom Dempsey Jr. has been chosen as new president and CEO of Kennie’s Markets in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. He succeeds P.K. Hoover, who announced his retirement after 40 years with the company. Hoover had served as president and CEO since 1987. “One of the most important final decisions a CEO can make is the selection of a […]
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USC Marshall Launches Master Of Science In Food Industry Leadership
The USC Marshall School of Business has launched a new online degree program. The master of science, food industry leadership (MS.FIL), is designed for current and future food industry executives. Developed through conversations with senior-level food industry management (FIM) program alumni and the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC), the MS.FIL will deliver relevant and […]
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Eddie Lund Takes The Helm Of Allen Lund Co. After Father’s Passing
The Allen Lund Co. (ALC) has promoted VP of Sales and Operations Eddie Lund to the role of president. He transitions into the position after the recent passing of his father, Mr. D. Allen Lund. Lund began his career with ALC in 1994 as a broker in the Portland office and was promoted to assistant […]