The Retail Association of Maine and the Maine Grocers and Food Producers Association have announced the line up of speakers and sessions to be held at the Summit 2022 reception and conference April 26-27 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in South Portland, Maine. “We are very excited to engage in an in-person event once […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
The Giant Co. Partners With Airly Foods To Donate Food For Earth Day
Airly Foods and The Giant Co. are teaming up to help feed Philadelphians in celebration of Earth Day. On April 22, joined by Altoro Hall, the city’s director of manufacturing and advanced industries with the Department of Commerce, and State Rep. Joseph Hohenstein, the two companies provided donations and volunteered their time to help to one of the largest food […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Wakefern and ShopRite Employees Receive 2022 YWCA TWIN Award
Four employees in Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corporation’s corporate and retail organizations have been recognized as honorees of the 2022 YWCA Tribute to Women and Industry Awards. Honorees this year include Wakefern and ShopRite employees whose leadership and expertise have contributed to the success of the cooperative and its stores. The YWCA TWIN Awards recognizes the achievements […]
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UNFI Launches Food Equity Grant Challenge
United Natural Foods Inc. has announced the introduction of a new grant opportunity as part of its UNFI Food Equity Project, aimed at accelerating the efforts of Rhode Island-based organizations focused on creating equitable access to healthy food. As part of UNFI’s ongoing “Better for All” initiative, the Food Equity Project Grant will award $100,000 […]
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Wegmans Announces Retirement Of Gardner As SVP
Rochester, New York-based Wegmans Food Markets Inc. has announced that Marty Gardner, SVP of merchandising, distribution, manufacturing, food safety and pharmacy, will retire in May, following a 40-year-career with the company. “Marty has made a significant impact through his passion for excellence across every area of our company,” said Colleen Wegman, president and CEO. “He cares deeply […]
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CFA Leader Says Labor Shortages Biggest Challenge For Food Retailers
The economy in Connecticut appears to be lagging behind the U.S. average, and a lack of fiscal discipline at the state and local levels continues to be an issue. According to the “2021 Report on Business Climate by State” produced by the Tax Foundation, Connecticut’s business climate is ranked 47th in the U.S. and has […]
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Tops Promotes Nugent And Robbins To VP Positions
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets has promoted two individuals to VP positions: Mike Nugent and Darren Robbins. Nugent has been promoted to VP of merchandising for Tops. During his 29 years with Tops, Nugent has held other key positions within the organization including director of asset protection and district manager. Most recently, he held […]
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Brave Good Kind Expands Tender Chicken Bites Distribution At Walmart
K2 Ventures, a Boston, Massachusetts-based startup that launched a new snack brand called Brave Good Kind last year, has announced that its Tender Chicken Bars will be distributed at more than 250 Walmart locations nationwide. Launched online in spring 2021, Brave Good Kind says it is on a mission to reimagine healthy on-the-go snacking and designed especially for women and kids. […]