Ahold Delhaize USA has named Moira O’Toole VP of pharmacy services. In this role, O’Toole and her team will provide pharmacy services to the local brands of Ahold Delhaize USA, including prescription drug procurement, managed care reimbursement and network contracting, drug pricing, clinical program development, regulatory compliance, pharmacy systems administration and customer-facing service development. “Moira […]
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Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
FMI Honors State Association Execs With Public Affairs Award
FMI – The Food Industry Association has recognized Rob Ikard, president and CEO of the Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association (TGCSA), and Rob Karr, president and CEO of the Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA), as the 2024 recipients of the Donald H. MacManus Award for their achievements in public affairs. After joining TGCSA in 2014, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Feature, Lowes Foods, Southeast
Lowes Foods Redefines Traditional Grocery Experience For Growth, Innovation
Lowes Foods is on a mission to redefine the traditional grocery store experience. The North Carolina-based retailer, a division of Alex Lee, is an entertainment destination centered around food, according to Tim Lowe, head of Alex Lee retail and president of Lowes Foods. Lowe spoke to The Shelby Report of the Southeast during the recent Carolinas Food Industry Council […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Bader Rutter Names Jordan As CEO
Bader Rutter has named David Jordan as its new CEO, the fourth person to take on the role in the employee-owned agency’s 50-year history. Jordan is succeeding Jeff Young, who will remain chairman of the board of directors. “David is a dynamic, bold leader with a vision for the future of Bader Rutter and the […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
ARG Welcomes Brown, Weisgram To Board Of Directors
Hendersonville, Tennessee-based Alliance Retail Group (ARG) has appointed Courtney Brown and Jenn Weisgram to its board of directors, effective immediately, replacing Ward Ragland and Joey Hays, founding members who are retiring after more than 20 years of service. “The Alliance Companies thank Ward and Joey for their invaluable knowledge and guidance over the years,” the company […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, SpartanNash, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Appoints Flur As Independent Board Director
Dorlisa Flur has joined SpartanNash’s board of directors as an independent director. Flur brings extensive experience in grocery distribution, retail, warehousing and logistics for multi-billion-dollar enterprises operating in public, private and private equity environments. Flur has served as an independent strategic advisor to the leadership of Southeastern Grocers Inc., the parent company of Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket, since 2018. […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, CERTCO Inc., Executive News, Midwest
Certco Leadership Transitioning As Ryman’s Retirement Nears
Madison, Wisconsin-based Certco Inc. is continuing to evolve its leadership structure and board of directors in anticipation of EVP David Ryman’s retirement in September. Since his retirement announcement last fall, the company has implemented several strategic changes. Paul Frey, promoted to VP of sales and business development in October, assumed responsibility for the sales team. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Beverage News, Southeast
A-GAME Beverages Adds Klug, Herran To Board Of Directors
Orlando-based A-GAME Beverages Inc. has added Sue Klug and Pedro Herran to its board of directors, bringing years of experience and expertise in the food and beverage industry. A-GAME is a beverage designed to help the body refuel, rehydrate and recover after a workout. It is made with eight essential vitamins, sea salt for natural […]
Posted inGelson's, Albertsons, Executive News, West
Gelson’s Markets Appoints New COO, CMO To Lead Strategic Growth Initiatives
Gelson’s Markets has appointed John Barker as chief operations officer (COO) and Rick Williams as chief merchandising and marketing officer. This move comes as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team and drive future growth. “John and Rick bring decades of expertise and a deep understanding of the Southern California grocery […]
Posted inExecutive News, Dairy News, Southeast
Cal-Maine Foods Taps Stevens As VP Operations
Cal-Maine Foods has named Judd Stevens its VP of operations, effective July 23. Stevens will have responsibility for all of Cal-Maine Foods’ recently acquired assets from ISE, including production operations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and South Carolina. Employed with the company since 2003, Stevens most recently served as general manager for its subsidiary Wharton […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, Southeast
Consumer Brands Association Begins Search For New President, CEO
The Consumer Brands Association has formed a search committee that will be conducting a search for a new president and CEO for the organization ahead of David Chavern’s departure on Aug. 1. The committee will be led by Freshpet CEO Billy Cyr and includes: Linda Rendle, chair and CEO of The Clorox Co.; Mark Smucker, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, Midwest
MGA Names Garofalo As Incoming President, Succeeding Pfuhl
The Minnesota Grocers Association has selected Patrick Garofalo as its new president. He will join MGA on July 15, transitioning to full responsibilities of the position on Aug. 30. He succeeds Jamie Pfuhl, who is retiring after 27 years with the organization. Garofalo served Minnesota as a state representative for the past 20 years. He […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, The Kroger Co., U.R.M. Stores, West
Sprinkle To Retire As URM CEO, President In 2025
Ray Sprinkle, URM CEO and president, has announced he will retire from his position, effective July 2025. Sprinkle has been with URM Stores Inc. for 22 years and worked in the industry for more than 50 years. A graduate of Kansas State University, Sprinkle began his career in the grocery business working for companies such […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Executive News, Independent Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers CFO Dissinger To Retire
Todd Dissinger, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage’s chief financial officer, will retire on Dec. 31. He will continue to serve as CFO until his successor is appointed. “Since his appointment as chief financial officer in December 2017, Todd has been an invaluable member of our executive team, helping Natural Grocers to execute on its founding principles […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Executive News, Independent Store News, Southwest
Former Harps Food Stores Chairman, CEO Collins Dies At 75
Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores has announced the July 1 death of its former Chairman and CEO Roger Collins. He began his career at Harps in December 1986, serving as VP of finance. From his initial role, Collins quickly became an integral part of shaping the future of Harps Food Stores. Under his guidance, the […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Executive News, West
WAFC Elects 2024-25 Board Of Directors’ Leadership Team
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) recently elected its new board of directors’ leadership team at its annual convention held in Aurora, Colorado. Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons Market in Portland, Oregon, has been appointed as president and chairperson of the board of directors. She takes over the position from Paul Gianetto, SVP […]
Posted inMarketing News, Executive News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Names MacDonald As VP, Marketing
The Giant Co. has named John MacDonald as VP of marketing, effective immediately. He will report to President John Ruane. “John is a passionate and talented marketer, with a knack for building dynamic teams that deliver creative and strategic marketing initiatives to drive results,” Ruane said. “With his extensive knowledge of both our business and […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Executive News, Independent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Appoints Swensen To Fresh & Local DC Leadership Team
The Big Y Foods Board of Directors has appointed Eric A. Swensen to succeed Stephen M. Creed, who is retiring as VP of distribution and logistics for the Fresh & Local Distribution Center. After more than 45 years of diverse experience in the distribution industry and five years at Big Y, Creed will be retiring […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Karns Foods Promotes Third-Gen Family Members
Karns Foods, a 10-store establishment serving communities across the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area, has appointed three family members to its executive team as CEO, president and chief HR officer. As the company enters a new era of growth and innovation, these appointments highlight its commitment to tradition, excellence in service and the future. Andrea Karns assumes […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Meijer, Midwest
Former Meijer President Holton Dies At Age 90
Meijer has announced the death of its former long-time president Earl Holton, 90, on May 10. Mr. Holton began working for Meijer soon after graduating high school in 1952 as a store clerk, served as president from 1980-1999, and remained a trusted advisor through this year. “The entire Meijer family is saddened by the loss […]