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 […]
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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 […]