A 34-year veteran of the company, Carlos Pagoaga has been named VP of global community affairs for the Atlanta-based Coca-Cola Co. and president of The Coca-Cola Foundation. Pagoaga will begin his new duties June 1, succeeding Saadia Madsbjerg. Madsbjerg has served as head of the foundation for three years and is stepping down to pursue […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Southwest, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market CEO Talks Future Of Food Retail
Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Market CEO, took part in two panel discussions – the evolving food retail landscape and the future of work – during the recent Milken Institute Global Conference 2024. A gathering of global leaders from business, finance, government and philanthropy, this year’s conference focused on the critical issues facing the world today, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, West
Heritage Grocers Group COO Talks Trajectory Of Cardenas Markets
The Shelby Report recently caught up with Prabash Coswatte, COO of Heritage Grocers Group (Cardenas Markets), to talk about the changing face of Hispanic grocery stores in Southern California. Can you share a little history on Cardenas Markets and how long the stores have been operating in SoCal? “In 1981, Jesus Cardenas Sr. and his […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, Midwest
Minnesota Grocers Association President Planning To Retire
Jamie Pfuhl, president of the Minnesota Grocers Association since 2006, has informed the MGA’s board of directors that she plans to retire Aug. 30 after 28 years with the organization. “It has been the privilege of my professional life to serve the Minnesota Grocers Association, first as a team member then as its president,” said […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, National, The Kroger Co.
Invafresh Appoints Cron Chief Data Officer
Andrew Cron has joined Toronto-based Invafresh as chief data officer. “AI technologies are revolutionizing the way grocery retailers operate, enabling them to streamline supply chains, enhance customer experiences, drive labor efficiencies, reduce food waste and use technology to guide and accelerate decision making,” said Invafresh CEO Tim Spencer. “Invafresh is at the forefront of accelerating […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, Northeast
PFMA Adds Newton As Communications, Media Relations Director
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) has appointed Larissa Newton as director of communications and media relations. With a background spanning print and digital journalism, website and social media management and state government communications, Newton brings a blend of skills and perspectives to the role. She will manage the PFMA’s website, monthly and annual publications, biweekly […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, National
Mars Appoints Fernandez President, Global Emerging Markets
Mars Snacking has appointed Gabriel Fernandez as president, global emerging markets (GEM) for Mars Wrigley. He succeeds Blas Maquivar, who has been promoted to global president, health and wellness for Mars Snacking. Fernandez has been with Mars since 2005 and has held regional and corporate leadership roles in Latin America, Europe and North America. From […]
Posted inExecutive News, West
Stater Bros.’ McNiff Named Top Executive By USC FIM Program
The University of Southern California Marshall Food Industry Management Program will honor Stater Bros. Markets President and COO Greg McNiff, an FIM supporter and alumni parent, as its 2024 Executive of the Year. McNiff, who leads the largest privately owned supermarket chain in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, will accept the award and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, National
Instacart Adding Dolan, Former Revlon Exec, To Board Of Directors
Instacart has appointed Victoria Dolan, former CFO of Revlon, to the company’s board of directors. Separately, after years of service, Jeff Jordan, general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, and Barry McCarthy, president and CEO of Peloton, will retire from the board when their terms expire at the company’s annual meeting of stockholders. Dolan, a seasoned financial […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Taps Taylor For VP, Associate General Counsel
John Taylor is joining SpartanNash’s legal team as VP and associate general counsel as the company seeks new market opportunities and advances toward its long-term growth goals. “John has earned the trust of his peers and clients for his strategic counsel and practical and innovative approach to conflict resolution in a dynamic operating environment,” said […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
Furman Joins FMI As Director Of Food, Product Safety Programs
FMI – The Food Industry Association has added Shelby Furman as its new director, food and product safety programs. In her role, Furman will be responsible for developing and implementing food and product safety programs, as well as directing food protection activities and providing technical expertise for the FMI membership. Specifically, she will work on […]
Posted inGiant Food, Center Store, Executive News, Merchandising News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Names Crishock As VP, Center Store Omnichannel Merchandising
The Giant Company has named Joanna Crishock as VP of center store omnichannel merchandising, effective immediately. Crishock will report to John Ruane, president of The Giant Co. “With vast experience in consumer insights, strategy and, most recently, commercial planning, price strategy and marketing, Joanna brings tremendous knowledge and strength to her new role,” Ruane said. “She […]
Posted inExecutive News, Frozen Food, Northeast
Arctic Glacier Shares Key Senior Leadership Appointments
Arctic Glacier, a Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer and distributor of premium ice products and services, has appointed three new senior leadership team members. The ice industry is primed for growth given robust economic indicators and shifting consumer behaviors. With a growth-minded, performance-based culture that is setting the pace for future growth within the ice industry, Arctic […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
FPSA Names Ott As Incoming President, CEO
The Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) has hired Matthew R. Ott as its new president and CEO. This announcement was made by Brian Perkins, FPSA chair and president of Provisur Technologies, during the association’s Executive Exchange and Conference held in Indian Wells, California. As part of this announcement, Perkins shared, “The boards of both FPSA […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Executive News, Imperial Distributors, Northeast, Supply Chain News
Imperial Distributors Makes Several Leadership Changes
Imperial Distributors has announced key organizational changes to its leadership team, effective April 1. Michael Sleeper, who joined Imperial in 1964 and became president and CEO in 1970, will transition into the role of executive chairman of the board. Sleeper’s entrepreneurial and visionary leadership and commitment to Imperial’s values have shaped its success and influence […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, National
NGA Welcomes Sar As Marketing Manager, Promotes Wengroff
The National Grocers Association has welcomed Caroline Sar as its manager of marketing and member engagement and has promoted Max Wengroff to senior manager of government relations. Sar joins the NGA communications team in the Washington, D.C., office. She brings experience as a project manager, operations analyst and digital marketing analyst. Her duties will include […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Midwest
Groves To Guide Seaboard Foods As President, CEO
Seaboard Corp. has promoted Chad Groves as president and CEO of its pork segment, Seaboard Foods, to succeed Peter Brown, who will be retiring, effective June 30. Brown joined Seaboard Foods in January 2021 after more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in the protein industry, including positions with Butterball and High Liner Foods. […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
FMI Promotes Four To New Leadership Positions
FMI – The Food Industry Association has promoted several key team staff members to elevated leadership roles within the organization. “Our members recognize that the strength of FMI lies in its dedicated and talented staff and the pool of exemplary professionals we’ve promoted assures that our leadership trajectory remains stalwartly focused on the broader mission […]
Posted inWeis Markets, Executive News, Health & Wellness, Independent Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Promotes Cicco To VP Of Pharmacy
Weis Markets has promoted Nick Cicco to VP of pharmacy, responsible for strategy development and overseeing the day-to-day merchandising, operation and management of the company’s 127 pharmacies. Cicco, who previously held the position of senior director of pharmacy operations, also is responsible for managing Weis’ team of dietitians. He reports to COO Kurt Schertle. Cicco […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Elevates Zube To EVP, Chief HR Officer
Citing her key role since September 2022 in advancing the company’s “People First” strategy to attract, develop and retain top talent, SpartanNash has promoted Nicole Zube from SVP to EVP and chief human resources officer. Under Zube’s leadership, SpartanNash achieved its 2023 Key Performance Indicators for safety and associate retention, performing in the top-quartile among […]