The Greater Des Moines Committee will recognize Fareway CEO Reynolds Cramer as one of the three 2022 inductees to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame. The inductees will be honored during the Greater Des Moines Committee’s annual induction event on April 26 at The Meadows Events and Conference Center. The Iowa Business Hall of Fame […]
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Post Consumer Brands Introduces Disney Cereals For Anniversary
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Disney, Lakeville, Minnesota-based Post Consumer Brands is participating in the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration with the launch of multiple, limited-edition offerings. Post worked with Disney to create a themed fruity cereal, a confetti cake flavored cereal and a special edition collector’s cereal item. The themed fruity cereal features Mickey Mouse head-shaped silhouette cereal pieces with […]
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Hy-Vee KidsFit Announces February Squat Challenge Registration
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee KidsFit has opened its annual squat challenge registration for schools. Participating schools must first register as a Hy-Vee KidsFit School Wellness Club. After signing up, schools can register online for the squat challenge at hy-veekidsfit.com/squat-challenge. Registration closes Jan. 27 and schools can start the challenge on Jan. 30. Schools can schedule five days […]
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Dolly Parton Expands Lineup Of Duncan Hines’ Baking Mixes
Duncan Hines, a brand of Chicago-based Conagra Brands, is launching four additional baking mixes with Dolly Parton as part of the brand’s multiyear partnership. The new products include mixes for cornbread, biscuits and two types of brownies inspired by some of Dolly’s favorite family recipes. “I knew Duncan Hines and I were bringing something special to the baking aisle when […]
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Lakeview Farms Receives Redesign Award For La Mexicana Brand
Delphos, Ohio-based Lakeview Farms has received the Designalytics Effectiveness Award for the package redesign of La Mexicana. The awards recognize package redesigns that have been instrumental in driving brand growth. “Hundreds of package designs were considered this year and we’re honored to be one of nine to win an award,” said Greg Klein, chief marketing officer at Lakeview Farms, which owns […]
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Chex Mix Collaborates With Sir Mix-A-Lot On Bagel Chips
Minneapolis-based Chex Mix is bringing its bagel chip back to Traditional Chex Mix bags. To announce the launch, the company has partnered with Sir Mix-A-Lot to release a remix of his song, “Baby Got Back.” The duo teamed up to create a snack-inspired remix and corresponding music video, aptly titled “Bagel is Back.” “You can’t […]
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Save A Lot Appoints Skula To Board Of Directors
Saint Ann, Missouri-based Moran Foods LLC “Save A Lot” has appointed Cathy Skula to the company’s board of directors as an independent director, effective immediately. Skula, who currently serves as operating partner of Riverside, a global investment firm, brings to the board more than 30 years’ experience in retail. Prior to joining Riverside, she spent the […]
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Cargill Announces CFO Transition
Minneapolis-based Cargill has announced that Jamie Miller will step down as CFO to accept an opportunity outside the company. Joanne Knight will serve as Cargill’s acting CFO. “We are grateful for Jamie’s service to Cargill,” said Brian Sikes, president and CEO. “Over the last few years, we have further strengthened our business model, expanded our business portfolio, and are well-positioned for long-term success.” […]