Raleigh, North Carolina-based Pepsi Bottling Ventures LLC, a joint venture of Suntory Group and PepsiCo, has promoted Derek Hill to president and CEO. The announcement follows the retirement of Paul Finney, who served as president and CEO from 2012-2021. “Paul has strategically positioned PBV into the industry-leading bottling company that it is today. He is highly admired and […]
Category: Grocery News
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West
Bumble Bee Seafood Hires VP Of Customer Development And Strategy
San Diego, California-based The Bumble Bee Seafood Co. has appointed Alex Drew to its commercial team as VP of customer development and strategy. As part of the senior leadership team, he will be responsible for the customer strategy and planning function including business management and demand planning. Drew brings more than 20 years of CPG experience […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Smithfield Foods To Continue Anchor Partnership With SHR’s No. 10 Team
Smithfield Foods will continue as an anchor partner in the 2022 season of Aric Almirola and the No. 10 team of Kannapolis, North Carolina-based Stewart-Haas Racing. This will mark the brand’s 11th year with Almirola and its fifth with SHR. The 2022 season will be Almirola’s 15th and final year as a NASCAR Cup Series […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Whole Earth Brands Promotes Portwood To CFO
Chicago, Illinois-based Whole Earth Brands Inc. has promoted Duane Portwood to the position of chief financial officer, effective immediately. Portwood will report to Whole Earth Brands CEO Albert Manzone. “We are thrilled to welcome Duane as our new chief financial officer. He adds tremendous strategic and financial depth to our team, which will be invaluable […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Oreo Goes Back To Blockbuster To Mark Return Of Cakesters
East Hanover, New Jersey-based Oreo is bringing nostalgia back through Oreo Cakesters, which soon will be hitting grocery stores’ shelves. To promote the fan-favorite cookies returning to the market, Oreo held a nostalgic takeover event on Jan. 7 of the only place in the U.S. where it still feels like the mid-2000s: The last Blockbuster […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
Sprouts Partnering With Angel City Football Club For Grand Opening
Sprouts Farmers Market will host a grand opening Jan. 14 at its new Garden Grove, California, store at 9848 Chapman Ave. that recently opened its doors in December. Events will include exclusive giveaways for shoppers, special activities hosted by Los Angeles’ own Angel City Football Club, samples of unique and innovative products and a donation […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
International Delight Launches Willy Wonka-Inspired Creamers
Broomfield, Colorado-based International Delight, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, has launched Wonka Whipple Scrumptious Fudgy Caramel Creamers. International Delight is also offering the new flavor as a zero sugar option. “At International Delight, we exist to transform the room we leave in our coffee cups into moments of celebration, self-expression and joy,” said Olivia […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, West
Wonderful Pistachios Launches Big Game Campaign
Los Angeles, California-based Wonderful Pistachios has launched a Big Game campaign to make game day snacking easier, whether attending in person or watching from home. For those traveling to the big game or any related viewing parties, a partnership with rideshare service, Alto, will provide discounted transportation and snacking around Los Angeles over the game day weekend. […]
Posted inLipari Foods, Deli News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Lipari Foods Acquires Market Distributing To Expand Footprint
Warren, Michigan-based Lipari Foods has finalized an agreement to acquire Minnesota-based Market Distributing, a distributor of quality, innovative foods. This opportunity will expand Lipari’s distribution footprint into the adjacent markets of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and the Dakotas. Located in Burnsville, Minnesota, the Market Distributing team has been servicing retailers in the Upper Midwest for 25 years. Market […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Coca-Cola Florida Promotes Boyce As Territory General Manager
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida LLC has promoted James “Jim” Boyce to territory general manager for its Tampa territory, effective Jan. 15. With 23 years of experience in the CPG industry, Boyce has served as plant manager for Coke Florida’s Tampa manufacturing facility since 2019, leading a team of more than 150 associates who produced more than […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Prestige Wine Imports Strengthens Distribution With Southern Glazer’s
Florida-based Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has formed a deeper partnership with Prestige Wine Imports, importer of a diverse portfolio of high quality Italian wines. Working with Prestige Wine Imports, Southern Glazer’s is expanding its distribution relationship to seven additional markets including Maryland, Delaware, Kentucky, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming and Washington D.C. “We are thrilled […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Gathered Foods Launches Plant-Based Salmon Burgers
Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch plant-based seafood, has launched its new U.S.-made plant-based salmon burgers. With 30 percent of seafood consumers purchasing salmon monthly, Good Catch was determined to create an alternative for the most consumed fish in the U.S. The new plant-based salmon burgers deliver on the best part of salmon: its texture and rich flavor, […]
Posted inDeli News, Association News, Bakery News, Dairy News, Home Page Slider, National
International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Launches App
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has added the myIDDBA app, which provides access to education resources and events, breaking news and information about the trade show. The 365 day a year, 24/7 resource provides users the ability to connect, grow business and stay on top of the latest trends. “This is an exciting day for […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Mondelēz International Completes Acquisition Of Chipita Global S.A.
Chicago, Illinois-based Mondelēz International Inc. has completed the acquisition of Chipita Global S.A., a high-growth leader in the Central and Eastern European croissants and baked snacks category. The acquisition marks a milestone in the company’s strategic plan, focused on accelerating growth in core snacking adjacencies, while continuing to expand its footprint in key markets. Established […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, National
A Look Ahead At 2022’s Top Meat Trends
by Michael Uetz / Managing Principal, Midan Marketing, strategic meat marketing, research and creative communications agency As we slip into a new year, the Midan Marketing team has been looking at which trends from 2021 we believe will stick around as well as those new trends we can expect to see in 2022. Our blog […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West
HF Foods Acquires Seafood Supplier Great Wall Group
Las Vegas, Nevada-based HF Foods Group Inc., an Asian food distributor, has completed the acquisition of the business operations of the Great Wall Group, consisting of the Great Wall Seafood Supply Inc., Great Wall Restaurant Supplier Inc. and First Mart Inc. The Great Wall Group generates combined annual revenue of approximately $170 million pre-pandemic and […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Egglife Foods Establishes Creative Campaign, New Products
Chicago, Illinois-based Egglife Foods has launched a creative campaign aiming to drive awareness, familiarity and loyalty for its egg white wraps. The campaign will span across a variety of consumer touchpoints, including connected TV/streaming, online video, social media, display, out-of-home, search, influencer relations and public relations, with a 43 percent increase in marketing investment versus […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest
Central Market’s Annual Citrus Fest Continues Through Jan. 25
Dallas, Texas-based Central Market’s annual Citrus Fest has returned and will be held through Jan. 25. Central Market’s buyers have been searching the globe for the brightest and freshest flavors to bring to Texas at the peak of season. Customers will find different citrus varieties and specialty foods including cookies, drinks and sauces. Central Market’s […]
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SFA Welcomes American Cheese Society As Cheese Pavilion Sponsor
The American Cheese Society will be the official sponsor of the cheese pavilion at the Specialty Food Association shows this year. Operating under safety protocols, the 2022 Winter Fancy Food Show will run Feb. 6-8 at the GBAC-certified Las Vegas Convention Center and will feature specialty food and beverages from domestic and international exhibitors and educational programming. The 2022 Summer Fancy […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Lay’s Layers Offer New Snacking Experience
Plano, Texas-based Lay’s has introduced a new flavor for the new year, Lay’s Layers. They are not regular potato chips but are potato bites. “Lay’s fans are known for finding joy in the everyday – no matter what life throws their way – and this multi-faceted approach to life helped inspire Lay’s Layers,” said Melissa Miranda, […]