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, […]
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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 […]