Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. Inc. says that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. have led the purchase of $1.75 billion of convertible preferred stock of Albertsons Cos. Following a repurchase of a portion of the common stock owned by the company’s current shareholders, on an as-converted basis the preferred stock will represent […]
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Veterans, Celebrities, Athletes Join Up For Virtual Salute Across America
Prominent veteran founded companies such as Atlanta-based energy drink maker Kill Cliff, Nine Line Apparel, Combat Flip Flops, Gruntstyle, Kryptek, Sandboxx and many more are joining forces to host a virtual, star-spangled celebration on Memorial Day Weekend. Salute Across America will be a moving live stream of tributes from celebrities, athletes and heroes hosted by John […]
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Crispy Green Hires Youngman As New Chief Sales Officer
Fairfield, New Jersey-based Crispy Green Inc. has hired Ryan Youngman as chief sales officer to provide strategy and leadership on growing its sales and distribution network for 2020 and beyond. Youngman brings a unique set of experience and capabilities in leading natural emerging brands as they go through rapid growth. Having held leadership roles in […]
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Michigan Asparagus Season Is Officially Underway
Cooler temperatures in late April and early May—and even a late season snowfall—delayed the harvest of Michigan’s asparagus crop by about a week but did not harm it. The cool spring weather provided growers with some extra time to prepare fields and complete beginning of season tasks like mowing and fertilizer application. Now, Michigan asparagus season […]
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Dale’s Seasoning Introduces New Gold Label Steak Sauce
Birmingham, Alabama-based Dale’s Seasoning, best known for its marinades, has introduced its new Gold Label Steak Sauce. Dale’s produces two nationally popular marinades, Dale’s Original and Dale’s Reduced Sodium Blend, also referred to as Green Label. After extensive research and to embrace the desires of its customers, it was concluded that a table condiment would […]
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Halo Top Releases New Line Of Bigger Pops In 3 Flavors
Le Mars, Iowa-based Halo Top is offering its new, bigger Halo Top Pops, now in grocery freezer aisles nationwide. Halo Top Pops are available in three flavors, including Mint Chip and Sea Salt Caramel, and a new flavor exclusive to the Pops lineup: Brownie Batter. Halo Top Pops (SRP: $5.99/five 3.5 fl. oz. pops per box) […]
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Stop & Shop Offers Families Free Seed Pods, Activity Books
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop is giving kids a reason to play in the dirt with its first-ever Grow & Learn Program developed to teach little gardeners how to grow their own vegetables and herbs. Starting this month and while supplies last, Stop & Shop will be giving away free seed pods and activity books […]
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Hershey Stockholders Elect Crawford To Board Of Directors
Victor L. Crawford has been elected to The Hershey Co. Board of Directors at the company’s recent annual stockholders meeting. Crawford brings deep executive and leadership experience to the Hershey board. He is currently the CEO of the pharmaceutical segment for Cardinal Health Inc., a global healthcare services and products company. He has held senior management […]