Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has announced Brady Stewart as group president of fresh meats. He began his new role at the start of the new year. Stewart succeeds Shane Miller, who will conclude more than 30 years of service to Tyson Foods in 2023. Stewart will report to President and CEO Donnie King and will be responsible […]
Category: Executive News
Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, Northeast
Maine Crisp Names Goldstein As CEO
Winslow, Maine-based Maine Crisp has announced that former board member Lewis Goldstein is joining the company as CEO. His marketing and leadership expertise in the natural and organic food sector will help accelerate the company’s national expansion. Throughout a career spanning major brands including Sam Adams, Snapple, Kiss My Face and Organic Valley, Goldstein has […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Midwest
AWG President Smith To Retire, Names Funk As Successor
Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers has announced that its president and CEO, David Smith, will retire at the end of 2023. Dan Funk, COO, will assume the office upon his retirement. Smith joined AWG in 2003 and became president and CEO in 2015. Smith has focused on independent supermarket operators’ development and success throughout his […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Northeast
JOH Shares Promotions In New England, Metro And Grand Rapids
Billerica, Massachusetts-based JOH has announced new promotions in the company across the country. “Congratulations to all of you,” said Matt O’Hare, president and COO. “As with all JOH leaders, [they] are responsible for taking great care of our people and bringing JOH’s culture to life in their respective regions. We are confident that this team […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Whole Earth Brands Releases CEO Transition Plan
Chicago-based Whole Earth Brands has announced that Albert Manzone will step down as CEO and member of its board of directors to pursue other business opportunities, effective Jan. 1. The board has appointed Michael Franklin to serve as the company’s interim CEO. After Jan. 1, Manzone will assist the company and Franklin in the transition […]
Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Association News, West
CGA Names Darling As Incoming Board Chair
Dennis Darling, owner of Foods Etc., was elected chair of the board of directors for the 2022-23 California Grocers Association at its annual meeting Dec. 1. As board chair, Darling will oversee CGA’s legislative, educational and industry-related programs. CGA is comprised of more than 350 retail companies, operating more than 6,000 stores in the West. […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
Splash Beverage Group Hires Allred As SVP, Sales
Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Splash Beverage Group has named James Michael Allred to the position of SVP of sales. Reporting to Bill Meissner, president and CMO, Allred will become a member of the Splash leadership team and be responsible for leading the sales organization, driving sales initiatives through its distribution network and building the size of […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Executive News, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Lakeland Division VP Pero Announces Retirement
After 45 years of service, Publix Super Markets Lakeland Division VP Sam Pero has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year. The grocer has also announced Marsha Singh as his successor. Pero began his Publix career in 1977 as a part-time front service clerk in Pembroke Pines, Florida. After working in various […]