FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the finalists of its 2022 Store Manager Awards. These 11 people were chosen for their aptitude for team development and store leadership. Their high-level business acumen and passion for people management led to financial growth, heightened customer satisfaction, purpose-driven employees, innovative in-store programs and impactful community investments. “The 2022 […]
Category: Home Page Slider
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Named On Fortune’s ‘100 Best Companies To Work For’ List
For the 25th consecutive year, Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. Publix is one of four companies to have made the list every year since its inception in 1998. “Our founder, George Jenkins, once said people are the key to Publix’s success,” said Todd Jones, Publix CEO. “He […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Utz Brands Partners With Grillo’s To Launch Pickle Potato Chip Flavor
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Brands has partnered with Grillo’s Pickles to launch Grillo’s & Utz Dill Pickle flavored potato chips. The limited edition chip is their first collaboration. “I would eat Utz chips and a Grillo’s spear while working the pickle cart so to have two of the best snacks available collaborate is a dream come true,” said Eddie Andre, Grillo’s […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Upton’s Naturals Launches Fava Taco Style Crumbles
Chicago-based Upton’s Naturals has launched a new product: Fava Taco Style Crumbles. This plant-based product can be used for filling taco shells or wrapping into a burrito, layering over chips for loaded nachos or for cooking up a breakfast scramble. Offering a good source of protein, low in fat and calories, the heat-and-eat meat alternative […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West
Talking Rain Beverage Co. Appoints Sylvia As CEO
Seattle-based Talking Rain Beverage Company, the maker of Sparkling Ice beverages, has announced the appointment of Ken Sylvia to CEO, effective April 12. As a leader, Sylvia will continue to fulfill Talking Rain’s mission of “Creating Connections with Every Sip” by prioritizing employee development, community engagement, product innovation and corporate responsibility. Since joining Talking Rain over a decade ago, Sylvia has […]
Posted inSouthwest, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider
Sprouts Foundation Hosts National School Garden Summit
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation will host its inaugural Growing School Gardens Summit April 22-25 in Denver, Colorado. As the first national gathering focused entirely on school gardens, the summit will unite more than 400 educators and leaders from across the country working to sustain school garden programs at the school, regional and national level. These educators – and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Announces Concept Plans For New Downtown Express Market
Big Y has announced its plans to build a new concept Big Y Express Fresh Market at 1500 Main St. as part of the Tower Square in Springfield, Massachusetts. The new 10,000-square-foot Big Y Express Fresh Market will be tailored to fit the needs of the city’s downtown community. Currently, there are workers and area […]
Posted inPackaging News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Snacks Brands, West, Whole Foods
Popchips Unveils New Brand Packaging, Innovations
San Francisco, California-based Popchips has announced a complete brand overhaul with a reimagined visual identity and the debut of two new flavors. After conducting market research to redefine its brand strategy, Popchips has revitalized its distinct package design. The two new innovations, Fiery Buffalo and Fully Loaded, serve as an answer to consumer demand for salty snacks […]