Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores has announced the July 1 death of its former Chairman and CEO Roger Collins. He began his career at Harps in December 1986, serving as VP of finance. From his initial role, Collins quickly became an integral part of shaping the future of Harps Food Stores. Under his guidance, the […]
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Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Executive News, West
WAFC Elects 2024-25 Board Of Directors’ Leadership Team
The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) recently elected its new board of directors’ leadership team at its annual convention held in Aurora, Colorado. Nancy Lebold, CEO of New Seasons Market in Portland, Oregon, has been appointed as president and chairperson of the board of directors. She takes over the position from Paul Gianetto, SVP […]
Posted inMarketing News, Executive News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Names MacDonald As VP, Marketing
The Giant Co. has named John MacDonald as VP of marketing, effective immediately. He will report to President John Ruane. “John is a passionate and talented marketer, with a knack for building dynamic teams that deliver creative and strategic marketing initiatives to drive results,” Ruane said. “With his extensive knowledge of both our business and […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Executive News, Independent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Appoints Swensen To Fresh & Local DC Leadership Team
The Big Y Foods Board of Directors has appointed Eric A. Swensen to succeed Stephen M. Creed, who is retiring as VP of distribution and logistics for the Fresh & Local Distribution Center. After more than 45 years of diverse experience in the distribution industry and five years at Big Y, Creed will be retiring […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Karns Foods Promotes Third-Gen Family Members
Karns Foods, a 10-store establishment serving communities across the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area, has appointed three family members to its executive team as CEO, president and chief HR officer. As the company enters a new era of growth and innovation, these appointments highlight its commitment to tradition, excellence in service and the future. Andrea Karns assumes […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Meijer, Midwest
Former Meijer President Holton Dies At Age 90
Meijer has announced the death of its former long-time president Earl Holton, 90, on May 10. Mr. Holton began working for Meijer soon after graduating high school in 1952 as a store clerk, served as president from 1980-1999, and remained a trusted advisor through this year. “The entire Meijer family is saddened by the loss […]
Posted inExecutive News, Beverage News, Southeast
Pagoaga Named President Of The Coca-Cola Foundation
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 […]
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, […]