Pennsylvania-based The Hershey Company has named Marlene Creighton as global chief sales officer, effective Sept. 5. After 26 years with Hershey, Phil Stanley will transition out of the company to pursue his next opportunity. “In her four years at Hershey, Marlene has led incremental growth with our retail partners and is spearheading our commercial strategy as […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Northeast
Giant Food Welcomes Hicks As SVP Of Operations
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has announced Diane Hicks as SVP of operations, effective Sept. 12. In this role, Hicks will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the development and execution of Giant’s critical growth drivers, delivering exceptional store conditions and driving a true selling culture. With 30 years of experience working in retail across the […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Schuman Cheese Bringing Quality Items To Market
In 1945, the Schuman family decided that it was a great time to bring Italian cheeses to the United States. “They brought everything over in bulk, did small conversions and that’s really where we got our start,” said Jim Gregori, VP of retail sales at Arthur Schuman Inc. Since that time, Schuman Cheese has become […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets, Kellogg Donate $20K To Second Harvest Food Bank
Weis Markets and Kellogg Company have announced a donation of $20,000 and a truckload of food to the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania. The gift is part of the retailer’s annual Fight Hunger program. “As a company that’s committed to the communities we serve, it’s incredibly special for us […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Constellation Brands Contributes $700K To Nature Conservancy
Victor, New York-based Constellation Brands has announced a two-year commitment of $700,000 to The Nature Conservancy. This contribution is intended to benefit watersheds in communities where Constellation Brands operates, contributing to the company’s water replenishment targets first announced in April. In February, the company announced a $200,000 donation to support TNC’s broader Global Resilient Watersheds program, which is focused on […]
Posted inCenter Store, Northeast
Whole Foods Adds Carbone Fine Food Pasta Sauce To Shelves
New York-based Carbone Fine Food is available at select Whole Foods Market stores across the U.S., expanding its footprint into several new areas. “As one of the fastest growing food brands in the U.S., Carbone is thrilled to broaden our reach with Whole Foods Market,” said Eric Skae, CEO. “As grocery sales continue to rise and consumers […]
Posted inPackaging News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast
Brooklyn Cured Redesigns Sausage Line
New York-based Brooklyn Cured has redesigned its line of fully cooked sausages to match the look of the new flavors the company launched earlier this year. The designs feature fonts, graphics and colors that reflect each flavor, inspired by craft beverage design. The new packaging will begin shipping nationally in October. “Our sausage flavors are fun and exciting, […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Elmhurst 1925 Expands Distribution At Whole Foods Market
Elma, New York-based Elmhurst 1925 has announced that three of its products – Chocolate Milked Oats, Unsweetened Milked Oats and Unsweetened Milked Cashews – will be sold across all Whole Foods Market locations nationwide. “More than ever, shoppers are seeking plant-based alternatives with wholesome, recognizable ingredients,” said Heba Mahmoud, senior director of brand marketing. “We’re thrilled to […]