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Raley’s COO Konkel To Retire After 44 Years With Company

Raley’s Chief Operations Officer Kevin Konkel is retiring, effective Jan. 7, after nearly four and a half decades of service. “Kevin is the epitome of a ‘service leader.’ His knowledge, professionalism and leadership have been a source of stability and inspiration. Kevin is far more than just a business leader; he is a kind and […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Campbell Appoints Nevin Chief Customer Officer Of Meals & Beverages

Camden, New Jersey-based Campbell Soup Co. has appointed Charles Nevin as chief customer officer of meals and beverages, effective Nov. 29. Nevin succeeds Mike Pierson, who was promoted from SVP of sales, meals and beverages to chief customer officer of the snacks division in August. Pierson had been leading both sales organizations on an interim […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Rosie Hires Rosner As Chief Revenue Officer

Ithaca, New York-based Rosie, an online grocery shopping platform for retailers and wholesalers nationwide, has appointed Merrick Rosner as its chief revenue officer, effective Nov. 16. “Merrick’s deep passion for and knowledge of the grocery industry made him the perfect candidate to grow our leadership team at Rosie,” said Nick Nickitas, founder and CEO at […]

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Bentz Joins Consumer Brands As EVP Of Public Affairs

Rhonda Bentz is joining Consumer Brands Association’s senior leadership team as EVP of public affairs. In her role, Bentz will oversee federal and state government affairs and communications and research. Most recently, Bentz served as VP of paid media and strategic initiatives at the American Petroleum Institute, where she oversaw advocacy campaigns, message research and […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest

SpartanNash Names McAlary SVP, Will Lead Legal Function For Company

Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash named Ileana McAlary SVP, chief legal officer and corporate secretary, effective Nov. 15. She will lead the legal function and report to SpartanNash President and CEO Tony Sarsam. “Ileana brings broad-based corporate, transactional, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation and management experience across multiple industries and international markets,” Sarsam said. “As a company […]

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Buehler’s CEO Announces Retirement During HOF Award Ceremony

Buehler’s Fresh Foods CEO Dan Shanahan announced Oct. 29, during his induction into the Ohio Grocers Association Hall of Fame, that he was retiring, effective Dec. 31. He will continue in his role as board chairman and will be announcing a successor to the CEO position shortly. Shanahan has led the Wooster, Ohio-based Buehler’s chain since […]

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Harris Teeter President Antolock Retiring, DeBoer Named Successor

Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter today announced President Rod Antolock’s retirement, effective Feb. 1. He will be succeeded by Tammy DeBoer, currently Harris Teeter’s SVP of merchandising, operations and marketing. Antolock has been with the company almost 22 years. “Rod’s leadership has been instrumental to the growth and success of Harris Teeter for more than […]

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Acosta Canada Appoints Industry Leader Ivany as President

Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta, a global integrated sales and marketing services provider in the consumer packaged goods industry, has appointed Bill Ivany as president of Acosta Canada. He will report directly to Darian Pickett, CEO of North American sales for Acosta. Ivany has more than three decades of experience working extensively in operational management and sales roles in the […]