Norwich, New York-based Chobani has named veteran finance executive Jody Macedonio as CFO, effective Dec. 28. Macedonio, who will report to Chobani President and COO Peter McGuinness, is joining Chobani as it enters and grows in four categories: plant-based oat milks, dairy and plant-based oat creamers, functional wellness beverages and a new probiotic yogurt portfolio. This comes as Chobani continues to grow by double digits in total dollar sales […]
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The Fresh Market Appoints Two Executives To Board Of Directors
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market has named Heather Berger and Sue Gove to the board of directors. The appointments were a result of one open position and a decision to increase the size of the board from six to seven directors. The open position resulted from the Dec. 14 resignation of Itai Wallach, who has served as director of the […]
Lawson Retiring After Decorated Career With AWG
Stinebaugh named new division manager in Oklahoma City After more than 25 years with Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers, Linda Lawson has announced her retirement effective this month. In a statement, the company described Lawson as a valued team member, leader and mentor to many throughout her time with AWG, adding that “her leadership will be […]
NFRA Appoints Rumachik As President And CEO Of Assoc.
The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association has appointed Jeff Rumachik as president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. Rumachik will take over the position following the retirement of H.V. “Skip” Shaw Jr. after his 36 years of service to the association. Rumachik joined the organization in 2009 as SVP. He was promoted to EVP and […]
Simply Good Foods Co. Nominates Schena To Board Of Directors
The Denver, Colorado-based Simply Good Foods Co., a developer, marketer and seller of branded nutritional foods and snacking products, has nominated Joseph Schena as an independent director for election at the company’s Jan. 21, 2021 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. As previously planned pursuant to the board’s mandatory retirement policy, Arvin Kash will not stand for […]
Hee-Sook Nelson Elected Chair Of CGA Board Of Directors
Hee-Sook Nelson, VP of team development & public affairs for Gelson’s Markets, was elected the 2020-21 California Grocers Association chair of the board of directors at the association’s virtual annual meeting on Dec. 4. Nelson is the first Asian-American woman to serve as CGA Board Chair, and the second woman to serve in this role […]
Hershey Announces Departure Of General Counsel Damien Atkins
The Hershey Co. has announced that Damien Atkins, SVP, general counsel and corporate secretary, will be resigning due to family illness effective Jan. 31. In connection with his pending resignation, Atkins will step down from his general counsel and secretary role immediately and will focus on the transition of his responsibilities until his departure. James Turoff, VP and deputy […]
Stater Bros. Charities Promotes Danielle Oehlman To Director
Stater Bros. Charities is promoting Danielle Oehlman to the position of director. In this role, Oehlman will continue to report to Stater Bros. Charities Chairman and President Nancy Negrette. Oehlman will be responsible for the non-profit administration of Stater Bros. Charities and will represent the charity in the communities served by Stater Bros. Markets. “Since […]
