Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets and Todd Jones, CEO, have announced the retirement of two officers and promotion of another. Gino DiGrazia, VP of finance, has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year after 30 years of service. DiGrazia began his Publix career in 1992 as manager of business analysis and reporting. […]
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Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National
IRI, NPD Names Vangala As Chief Strategy Officer
IRI and The NPD Group have announced that Malli Vangala has joined the company as chief strategy officer. Vangala joins the company from Microsoft, where he led initiatives for the Microsoft 365 business, and succeeds Wei Lin Wong, who transitions to focus on his role as the president of retail. “We are very pleased to welcome […]
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, Southeast
St George Joins Dole Food Co. As VP Of Sales, West Region
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Company has announced that 25-year produce industry veteran Kim St George has joined Dole Fresh Vegetables as VP of sales, West region. St George will focus on expanding the Dole value-added salad business while working closely with Dole’s fresh pack team in farm fresh vegetables. St George comes to Dole […]
Posted inGelson's, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Gelson’s McDougall To Retire, Bagan Named Successor
In a Sept. 9 internal email to Gelson’s employees that he shared with The Shelby Report, President and CEO Rob McDougall announced his intent to retire at the end of the year. At that time, John Bagan will succeed him. Per his email, McDougall attributed the decision to a variety of reasons, but “first and foremost […]
Posted inMarketing News, Executive News, Southwest
Ben E. Keith Foods Names Lakotas As VP Of Marketing
Fort Worth, Texas-based Ben E. Keith has hired Aimee Lakotas as VP of marketing. She joined the company on Sept. 7. A 25-year marketing veteran with experience in strategic marketing and brand building, Lakotas will report to David Werner, SVP, independent sales and marketing. “Ben E. Keith Foods continues to grow in a highly competitive marketplace and […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Kraft Heinz Names Frost As Chief Growth Officer
Chicago-based The Kraft Heinz Company has appointed Diana Frost as chief growth officer of the company’s North America zone. Frost previously served as the head of North America disruption and Canada CMO for the company. In her new role, Frost will be responsible for growing Kraft Heinz’s innovation engine, as well as driving marketing for the […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
Southern Glazer’s EVP Miller Announces Retirement
Miami, Florida-based Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has announced the retirement of Jim Miller, EVP and general manager, Delaware, effective Nov. 1. “Jim is leaving behind an incredible legacy with Southern Glazer’s,” said Scott Oppenheimer, president, East region, Southern Glazer’s. “He has been instrumental in the growth of Southern Glazer’s in Delaware and beyond, all while […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
Ascend Grocery Names Little As President, Chief Operating Officer
Ascend Grocery, owner and operator of 33 Save A Lot locations across the greater Orlando region, has announced the promotion of Dean Little from COO to president and COO. Little is an owner and founding partner of Ascend Grocery and has played a key role in establishing Ascend as one of Save A Lot’s largest […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, Northeast
Dumac Appoints Kress To Board Of Directors
East Syracuse, New York-based Dumac Business Systems has appointed Michael Kress to its board of directors. He serves as Dumac’s VP of major accounts. “Michael is an experienced business leader who brings significant expertise in POS technology and within the CFR and grocery space,” said Howard McCarthy, CEO and chairman of the board. “We are delighted to welcome […]
Posted inFred Meyer, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Gibson To Retire, Kammeyer Named Fred Meyer Division President
Dennis Gibson, president of the Fred Meyer Division, has announced his plans to retire after more than 38 years of service and leadership, effective Oct. 1. Gibson will be succeeded by Todd Kammeyer, current VP of merchandising for Fred Meyer. Gibson and Kammeyer will work together over the coming weeks to transition their duties. Gibson […]
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, Midwest
Produce Alliance Promotes Hulick To VP Of Food Safety
Chicago-based Produce Alliance has promoted its longtime leader of food safety, Barbara Hulick, to VP of food safety. Hulick is a highly acclaimed industry leader in the development and advancement of food safety ideology and practices within the produce industry. She has been a leader at Produce Alliance since joining the company in 2016 and […]
Posted inBakery News, Executive News, Southeast
Flowers Foods Promotes Roach To Chief Strategic Projects Officer
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods has promoted David Roach, formerly president of cake operations, to chief strategic projects officer, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Roach is responsible for leading various strategic projects for the company and will continue to report to Brad Alexander, chief operating officer. Tom Winters, Flowers’ chief supply chain officer, is responsible for overseeing […]
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, West
WAFC Announces Leadership Team Changes
The Western Association of Food Chains has announced changes to its leadership team. As Pat Posey takes the helm as COO, several moves took effect Sept. 1. Paul Gianetto, currently serving as the treasurer, was promoted to VP of the WAFC and chairman of the 2023 WAFC Convention. Nancy Lebold, who previously served as secretary, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
The Hershey Co. Promotes Creighton To Global Chief Sales Officer
Pennsylvania-based The Hershey Company has named Marlene Creighton as global chief sales officer, effective Sept. 5. After 26 years with Hershey, Phil Stanley will transition out of the company to pursue his next opportunity. “In her four years at Hershey, Marlene has led incremental growth with our retail partners and is spearheading our commercial strategy as […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
Giant Food Welcomes Hicks As SVP Of Operations
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has announced Diane Hicks as SVP of operations, effective Sept. 12. In this role, Hicks will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the development and execution of Giant’s critical growth drivers, delivering exceptional store conditions and driving a true selling culture. With 30 years of experience working in retail across the […]
Posted inCoborn's, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s Joins CEO Action For Diversity, Inclusion Coalition
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s has announced that Chris Coborn, chairman and CEO, has joined the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion coalition. The organization is the largest CEO-driven business commitment to drive action and change in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. By signing this commitment, the grocer’s joins a partnership of more […]
Posted inStater Bros. Markets, Corporate Store News, Executive News, West
Stater Bros. Markets Names Calvin As SVP, CMO
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has appointed Rebecca Calvin as SVP and CMO, due to the upcoming retirement of Dennis McIntyre. Calvin will begin her role on Sept. 26, reporting to Pete Van Helden, CEO. She will also serve on the company’s executive leadership team. Calvin will lead the company’s marketing efforts which include the […]
Posted inDollar General, C-Store News, Executive News, Southeast
Dollar General Promotes Garratt To President, CFO
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General Corporation has promoted CFO John Garratt to president, effective Sept. 1. Garratt will retain his role as CFO, which includes oversight of the company’s finance, accounting, strategy and procurement functions. As president, Garratt will add responsibilities for the company’s initiative relating to healthcare and its expansion to Mexico. Garratt joined Dollar General […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southwest
Motter Steps Down As Van’s Kitchen CEO
Dallas-based Van’s Kitchen has announced Theresa Motter has decided to step down as CEO. The company has appointed Motter’s brother, Apollo Nguyen, as interim CEO, effective immediately. “Theresa took over the family business as CEO nearly a decade ago. Without her leadership, Van’s Kitchen would not be one of the country’s most successful egg roll manufacturers,” Nguyen […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Executive News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Announces Leadership Transitions
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Co. and its parent company, Ahold Delhaize USA, have announced that Nicholas Bertram, brand president, will leave the organization on Aug. 31 to pursue new opportunities. After he leaves, John Ruane will become interim president. “We have been fortunate to have Nick lead The Giant Company during his nine-year tenure,” said […]