Louisville, Colorado-based Sovos Brands Inc. has added Tamer Abuaita, SVP of operations and chief supply chain officer at Stanley Black & Decker Inc., to the company’s board. “Tamer is a transformational supply chain leader, who brings more than two decades of leadership and experience in the consumer products space to the Sovos Brands board,” said […]
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Northeast
McAdams Appointed President, Perdue Foods And COO, Perdue Farms
Salisbury, Maryland-based Perdue Farms, a 102-year-old privately held company, has appointed Kevin McAdams as president of Perdue Foods and COO of Perdue Farms, effective immediately. He will report to Randy Day, CEO of Perdue Farms. “We’re thrilled to have Kevin join Perdue Farms. He brings more than 25 years of experience as a successful and trusted leader […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Certco Promotes Uribe To VP Of Category Management, Procurement
Madison, Wisconsin-based Certco has promoted Justyne Uribe to VP of category management and procurement. “After the last two years of supply chain constraints and inflationary pressures unlike we’ve seen in recent history, it has become apparent that this piece of our business, Procurement and Category Management, requires alignment over center store and all perishable departments,” […]
Posted inGelson's, Executive News, West
Bagan Named Gelson’s President; McDougall To Remain CEO
Encino, California-based Gelson’s has promoted John Bagan to president, with Rob McDougall remaining as CEO. The new leadership position marks Bagan’s second promotion in 14 months, evolving from CMO to COO in May 2021. As president, he will assume greater management of Gelson’s while serving on its executive team with McDougall, CFO Clare Bogle and CIO […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Executive News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Names Williams As Director Of Non-Foods
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company has named Ted Williams as director of non-foods. In this role, he will be responsible for areas like health and personal care, seasonal, general merchandise, pet supplies, candy and baby. A 30-year industry veteran, Williams previously worked in Ahold USA as a category management business consultant and with Giant Food as the […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
Still Retires From Coke Florida, Pheffer Named As SVP, CFO
After a career spanning more than 40 years, Duane Still will retire from his position July 1 as SVP and CFO, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida. With Still’s retirement, Coke Florida has named Paul Pheffer to replace him. Still joined Coke Florida as CFO in May 2019 after retiring from CSM Bakery Solutions. Before joining CSM Bakery […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
Brown Joins Rosie As SVP, Industry And Customer Development
Ithaca, New York-based Rosie announced the hiring of Lori Brown as SVP of industry and customer development. In this role, Brown will focus on the expansion of Rosie’s industry leading e-commerce service and growth of Rosie’s independent retailer media network, reporting to Merrick Rosner, chief revenue officer. “Lori’s enthusiasm for independent grocers and wholesalers is […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Newly Weds Foods Announces Organizational, Growth Changes
Chicago-based Newly Weds Foods Inc. has announced that Charles T. Angell, owner and president, will step down from day-to-day operation of the business. Angell will maintain his seat on the board of directors where he will continue to be involved in strategic planning and helping to steer the business. “It has been an honor and privilege […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Hormel Foods Hires Makope To Succeed Jamison As VP And Treasurer
Austin, Minnesota-based Hormel Foods Corporation has announced that Gary Jamison, VP and treasurer, will be retiring after a 34-year career with the company. It has also appointed Florence Makope to succeed him. Makope, who joins Hormel Foods with more than 20 years of finance and treasury experience, will report to Jacinth Smiley, EVP and chief financial […]
Posted inExecutive News, Nonfood Items, Southeast
Mars Inc. Names Singh As Global President For Pet Nutrition
Franklin, Tennessee-based Mars Incorporated has named Ikdeep Singh as the global president for its pet nutrition business. The role also will see Singh become a member of Mars Petcare’s global leadership team. Singh will be responsible for pet food brands such as Pedigree, Whiskas, Sheba and Cesar. He is tasked with growing the portfolio in […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
Coke Florida SVP, CFO To Retire; New Leadership Named
After a career spanning more than 40 years and including 34 years with the Coca-Cola system, Duane Still will retire from his position as SVP and CFO for Coke Florida on July 1. “Serving as the CFO of Coke Florida and as a member of the executive leadership team these past few years has truly […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
NJFC Welcomes Redford As Associate Director Of Public Affairs
The New Jersey Food Council has named Delaney Redford as the associate director of public affairs for the NJFC. “Delaney Redford brings to our state association a well-rounded background in policy analysis and communications in New Jersey,” said Linda Doherty, NJFC president and CEO, noting Redford has demonstrated talents in serving constituents, building consensus and […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
NUMU Food Group Appoints Pytlinski As CEO
Brooklyn, New York-based NUMU Food Group has announced the appointment of Mike Pytlinski as CEO. Gunars Elmuts, the company founder who has been acting CEO since NUMU’s inception, will continue as the chief innovation officer. “A real void exists in the pizza category when it comes to vegan options for consumers,” Pytlinski said. “Before Gunars developed NUMU, pizza providers never […]
Posted inExecutive News, West
Illuminators Name Five New Members To Board
The Illuminators have named five new board members to its Constellation of Hilites, along with the organization’s newest officer. The Illuminators is an organization of vendors and suppliers dedicated to developing and enhancing key relationships within the grocery industry by providing opportunities for education and leadership and financial support through the Illuminators Educational Foundation. The […]
Posted inExecutive News, Bravo Supermarkets, Northeast
NJFC Honors Lebiak With Industry Achievement Award
The New Jersey Food Council has named Gus Lebiak, president and COO of Krasdale Foods, as an NJFC Industry Achievement Award honoree. Krasdale is an independent, family-owned grocery distribution, merchandising and marketing services company. With its base of operations in New York, Krasdale has 20 stores in New Jersey that operate under the CTown and Bravo […]
Posted inExecutive News, Independent Store News, Northeast
Tops Promotes Grimes To Store Manager
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer, has promoted Ken Grimes to store manager at its location in Canton, Pennsylvania. Grimes was formerly the assistant store manager of the Tops in Big Flats, New York. He started his career in the grocery business in 1990 and has held several positions over the […]
Posted inExecutive News, Grocery Store Equipment, Midwest
IBEX Names Pantelakos As Business Unit Manager
Glenview, Illinois-based IBEX has tapped Charlie Pantelakos as its business unit manager. Pantelakos, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, will oversee sales education training and focus on targeted sales growth for the brand. His additional responsibilities will include leading marketing efforts, ongoing research and development, logistics, manufacturing and culinary support for IBEX rapid-cook […]
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, Southeast
Green Life Farms Hires Grandmaison As General Manager
Lake Worth, Florida-based Green Life Farms has hired Donald Grandmaison as general manager of its Babcock Ranch facility. Grandmaison brings more than 20 years of experience to the role. Most recently, he served as sales and marketing manager for BrightFarms/Lef Farms Corp. Grandmaison joins Green Life Farms’ team with experience growing sales revenue, developing methods […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, Northeast
AppCard Adds Rabe As Chief Growth Officer
New York-based AppCard has expanded its leadership team by adding Jeremy Rabe as its chief growth officer. As a member of the company’s executive leadership team, Rabe will focus on building closer relationships with CPGs and lead the company’s media and content offerings, alongside taking an active role in shaping its overall strategic growth. Rabe brings […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, Southwest
Stryve Foods Inc. Announces Leadership Transitions
Plano, Texas-based Stryve Foods Inc. has announced new leadership succession plans with the appointment of Christopher Boever as the company’s CEO, starting May 23. In connection, Joe Oblas will transition to the new position of chief growth officer. These changes are a part of a long-term succession plan that the company says allows for an […]