Every leader is aware of the value of a well-defined business strategy. Few, however, truly give thought to the leadership required to implement those strategies, especially ones that call for changes in the direction or capabilities of an organization. Having sufficient talent to fill key leadership roles is imperative for a successful and growing independent […]
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General Mills Releases 2012 Global Responsibility Report
General Mills has released its 2012 Global Responsibility Report, detailing the company’s progress in the areas of health, communities and environment. The 2012 report can be viewed or downloaded at GeneralMills.com. “Our approach to global responsibility is straightforward,” said Ken Powell, chairman and CEO of General Mills. “It’s all about living our values. When a […]
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United Fresh 2012 New Product Award Finalists Announced
More than 25 fresh fruit and vegetable innovations are up for United Fresh Produce Association’s 2012 New Product Awards. This year’s finalists will compete in five categories for the title of Best New Products at United Fresh 2012, May 1-3, in Dallas, Texas. “These 27 products are forerunners in the effort to bring new approaches, […]
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FMI’s Upcoming Private Brands Summit : Think Like A Customer
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) will feature the 2012 Private Brands Summit, taking place alongside “FMI2012: The Food Retail Show” in Dallas, Texas, in May. The Summit will provide greater communication and collaboration amongst trading partners in order to promote the growth of private brands. “This year’s Private Brands Summit goes beyond creating ‘me too’ […]
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China Surpasses U.S. As World’s Biggest Grocery Market
The onward march of the Chinese consumer continues, with China overtaking the U.S. as the biggest grocery market in the world in 2011, according to new research out of the United Kingdom. CNBC.com reports that the Chinese grocery sector was worth $970 billion at the end of 2011, while the U.S. market came in at […]
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Dream Water Expands In U.S. Through Target, Kroger And Safeway
Dream Products has announced new alliances with major retail chains Target, Kroger and Safeway. These partnerships will expand distribution to thousands of new stores where consumers can find Dream Water, the natural, zero-calorie, 2.5-oz. rest and relaxation shot. Dream Water continues its growth as consumers’ positive experiences with the brand and strong word of mouth […]
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Slap Frozen Energy Offers Chilling Addition To Market
Brain-Twist® Inc. has launched nationwide Slap Frozen Energy, an innovative and groundbreaking addition to the Slap Energy® family. As the first-ever frozen energy beverage, Slap Frozen Energy will fill a void in the already thriving energy drink market by providing consumers delicious taste, a refreshing cool-down and an invigorating “slap” of energy. Each pouch of […]
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Kellogg’s Debuts Crunchy Nut Caramel Nut Cereal
You say “car-a-mel,” I say “car-mel.” No matter how you pronounce it, April 5 is National Caramel Day and Kellogg’s® is celebrating with the launch of the new Crunchy Nut™ Caramel Nut cereal. Featuring the deliciously irresistible combination of sweet caramel flavor and real roasted peanuts on crunchy flakes, Crunchy Nut Caramel Nut gives cereal […]