Posted inProduce News, Executive News, West

Del Monte Foods Names Caltabiano As CFO

Walnut Creek, California-based Del Monte Foods has announced the appointment of Jim Caltabiano as CFO. Caltabiano will oversee the management of the company’s financial organization and report to Parag Sachdeva, COO. He is a finance professional with about 30 years of experience within large consumer packaged goods companies, including Ajinomoto Foods, Campbell Soup Co., Procter & Gamble and General […]

Posted inExecutive News, Northeast

MamaMancini’s Appoints Henson To Board Of Directors

East Rutherford, New Jersey-based MamaMancini’s Holdings, a marketer and manufacturer of fresh deli prepared foods, has announced the appointment of Meghan Henson to its board of directors. Henson is a senior executive with more than 20 years of experience as a human resources professional, leading HR strategy and execution at global organizations. She is EVP and […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, Midwest

Mondelēz International Appoints Mukherjee To Board Of Directors

Chicago-based Mondelēz International has announced the appointment of Ann Mukherjee, chairwoman and CEO of Pernod Ricard North America, to the company’s board of directors, effective Jan. 1. “We welcome Ann to our Board and look forward to benefitting from her strong track record in leading and advising multinational consumer packaged goods companies,” said Dirk Van […]

Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Southwest

VP Of Operations Bell Retires From Del Sol Food Co.

Brenham, Texas-based Del Sol Food Co., manufacturer of Brianna’s Fine Salad Dressings, has announced that Sherald Bell, VP of operations, will retire Dec. 31 after 27 years of service. Bell was hired in 1995 as the plant manager overseeing operations. Under his direction, the company has grown from a 480-square-foot production room to more than 100,000 square […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Executive News, Southwest

Tyson Foods Names Stewart As Group President Of Fresh Meats

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 […]

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 […]