Toronto-based Flashfood has appointed Nicholas Bertram to the newly created position of president and COO. Betram’s appointment comes on the heels of a historic year for Flashfood. The company has diverted more than 65 million pounds of food from landfills – a milestone achieved following the company’s rapid expansion to more than 1,550 grocery stores across North America […]
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Posted inBakery News, Executive News, Southeast
Flowers Foods Names Cox As Chief Human Resources Officer
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods has named Cindy Cox as chief human resources officer. In this role, she will lead the company’s human resources organization, reporting to President and CEO A. Ryals McMullian. “Cindy brings a distinguished track record of excellence in human resources management to Flowers, and I’m confident that she will make a tremendous impact as our new CHRO,” […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, West
Industry Leader Named To The Save Mart Companies’ Board
The Save Mart Companies, a Modesto, California-based company, has appointed industry veteran Robert “Bob” G. Miller to its board of directors. “Bob’s expertise and passion for the grocery industry is legendary along with his unparalleled track record of being a growth-focused leader,” said Shane Sampson, executive chairman of the board, The Save Mart Companies. “For decades, Bob has built great companies by […]
Posted inGelson's, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Bagan Begins Role As Gelson’s President, CEO
Encino, California-based Gelson’s has promoted John Bagan to president and CEO, following the departure of Rob McDougall, who retired after 15 years with Gelson’s at the end of the year. In a Sept. 9 internal email to Gelson’s employees that he shared with The Shelby Report, McDougall announced his intent to retire. He attributed the decision […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Northeast
Bertram Joins As Founding Member Of Divert’s Advisory Board
West Concord, Massachusetts-based Divert Inc. has appointed Nicholas Bertram as the founding member of its advisory board. Bertram brings more than 20 years of experience in the retail industry, most recently as the president of The Giant Company, a subsidiary of Royal Ahold Delhaize N.V. “Nick is widely respected for his vision and leadership in the […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Northeast
Campbell Appoints Anderson As Chief Financial Officer
Camden, New Jersey-based Campbell Soup Company has appointed Carrie L. Anderson as EVP and CFO, effective Feb. 6. Anderson succeeds Mick Beekhuizen, who was appointed president of Campbell’s meals and beverages division in November. Anderson will lead Campbell’s finance function, including controllership, corporate financial planning and analysis, corporate strategy and development, tax, treasury, internal audit, investor […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Schnucks Names Reese As Chief People Officer
St. Louis, Missouri-based Schnuck Markets has hired Jada D. Reese to lead the company’s human resources team as its new chief people officer. Reese will begin her role on Jan. 30 and brings 26 years of professional experience, including human resources leadership roles at BJC Healthcare, Express Scripts and Anheuser-Busch. She most recently held the role of […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
Grocery Shopii Appoints Stahl As VP, Sales
Davidson, North Carolina-based Grocery Shopii has appointed Lesia Stahl as VP of sales. This expansion to Grocery Shopii’s leadership team will empower the company to focus on new growth strategies to capitalize on current growth momentum. Stahl has been focused on technology that enhances the shopper journey and drives loyalty for retailers. Her industry background includes […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Midwest
Sargento Foods Appoints New Platform Development Leadership
Plymouth, Wisconsin-based Sargento Foods has promoted Rod Hogan and Holly Baumgart to new roles on the new platform development team within innovation. The company believes these changes will progress the innovation goals that are important to achieving the company’s vision. Hogan has assumed the role of SVP of new platform development. Since joining the Sargento Family in 1995, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Association News, Midwest
Former NGA Board Chairman Dierberg Dies At 88
The Missouri Grocers Association shared in a newsletter Jan. 20 about the death of longtime grocer Roger Dierberg. Dierberg, who died Jan. 18, was a third-generation grocer and former EVP of Dierbergs Markets. He had joined the company in 1969 from McDonnell Aircraft and went on to help make Dierbergs the company it is today. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Midwest
Iowa Business Hall Of Fame Honors Fareway CEO Cramer
The Greater Des Moines Committee will recognize Fareway CEO Reynolds Cramer as one of the three 2022 inductees to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame. The inductees will be honored during the Greater Des Moines Committee’s annual induction event on April 26 at The Meadows Events and Conference Center. The Iowa Business Hall of Fame […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, West
WAFC Promotes Phipps To Senior Director Of Certificate Program
The Western Association of Food Chains has promoted Cherie Phipps to senior director of the Retail Management Certificate Program. Established in 2000, the Retail Management Certificate is an accredited business program that provides associates with the skills to become managers and leaders in the retail grocery industry. Since its beginning, the program has grown from […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Executive News, Southeast
Upshop Adds Two Industry Executives To Leadership Team
Tampa, Florida-based Upshop has added two industry executives to its leadership team. The technology firm named Ryan Voorhees as COO and Mark Hawthorne as chief innovation and strategy officer. The former Albertsons and Safeway executives have experience leveraging technology, data science, analytics and business process improvements to transform the grocery shopping experience. “Technology built to […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Save A Lot Appoints Skula To Board Of Directors
Saint Ann, Missouri-based Moran Foods LLC “Save A Lot” has appointed Cathy Skula to the company’s board of directors as an independent director, effective immediately. Skula, who currently serves as operating partner of Riverside, a global investment firm, brings to the board more than 30 years’ experience in retail. Prior to joining Riverside, she spent the […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Midwest
Cargill Announces CFO Transition
Minneapolis-based Cargill has announced that Jamie Miller will step down as CFO to accept an opportunity outside the company. Joanne Knight will serve as Cargill’s acting CFO. “We are grateful for Jamie’s service to Cargill,” said Brian Sikes, president and CEO. “Over the last few years, we have further strengthened our business model, expanded our business portfolio, and are well-positioned for long-term success.” […]
Posted inExecutive News, National
CFO Knight To Leave Ahold Delhaize; Successor Search Begins
Ahold Delhaize has announced that Natalie Knight, CFO since 2020, has informed the company that she will pursue another career opportunity in the U.S. and will leave Ahold Delhaize. A six months’ notice period applies. The search for a successor has begun. “Although her time at Ahold Delhaize has been short, I respect Natalie’s decision […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Midwest
Muscato Named CEO Of Country Pure Foods
Akron, Ohio-based Country Pure Foods, a manufacturer of juice, plant-based beverages and frozen novelty products, has announced the appointment of Tony Muscato as its CEO, succeeding Ray Lee. Lee is retiring after more than three decades but will remain an advisor to the company. Muscato’s career spans more than 30 years within the food industry. He […]
Posted inFrozen Food, Executive News, Southwest
Reddy Ice Appoints Warner As Incoming CEO
Dallas, Texas-based Reddy Ice, a manufacturer and distributor of packaged ice, has announced that Lonny Warner has been appointed CEO and president and as a member of the Reddy Ice board of directors, effective Jan. 5. Warner is a business leader with expertise across several industries. His knowledge and leadership in supply chain management, technology, sales […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Executive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Names Conklin As President, CEO
Naperville, Illinois based KeHE Distributors has announced that Deb Conklin will become its president and CEO on April 1, when Brandon Barnholt will move into the executive chairman role. The change in executive leadership, which KeHE said is the result of a planned succession process, comes after Barnholt has helped lead the company through a time of growth […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Midwest
J.M. Smucker Co. Names Scheidler As SVP, General Manager
Orrville, Ohio-based J.M. Smucker Co. has appointed Rebecca Scheidler as SVP and general manager, consumer foods, effective Jan. 16. Scheidler assumes the role from Tina Floyd, who will step down Jan. 13 to pursue an opportunity as CEO for Hudsonville Ice Cream. “Tina has been an integral part of our company and infused passion and strategic vision into the consumer foods business,” said John […]