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Campbell Leadership Changes Continue With New Meals, Beverages President

Campbell Soup Co. has appointed Roberto Leopardi, 53, as president of its meals and beverages division, which includes Campbell’s North American soup, sauces and shelf-stable beverages brands, as well as Pacific Foods and Plum. Leopardi will report to Luca Mignini, chief operating officer, and start at Campbell effective June 4. “Roberto brings extensive consumer packaged goods […]

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Former SNAC Int’l. President Dempsey To Helm Kennie’s Markets

Tom Dempsey Jr. has been chosen as new president and CEO of Kennie’s Markets in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. He succeeds P.K. Hoover, who announced his retirement after 40 years with the company. Hoover had served as president and CEO since 1987. “One of the most important final decisions a CEO can make is the selection of a […]

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PFMA Toasts CEO McCorkle’s Longtime Service

The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA), a statewide retail food trade association, recently celebrated 65 years of service and its longtime President and CEO David McCorkle during its annual conference, May 8-9 at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort, Bedford, Pennsylvania. Five former PFMA chairmen shared the association’s 65 years of accomplishments with the audience and […]

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Alltown Launches Its First Points-Based Loyalty Program

Alltown, a New England convenience retailer owned by Global Partners LP, has launched Alltown Advantage, its first points-based loyalty program that rewards customers for shopping or fueling at any Alltown market locations. The program is accessible via the Alltown Advantage app or an Alltown Advantage card. Free to download and use, customers will receive two […]

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Schuman Cheese Embraces Both Tradition And Innovation

by Lorrie Griffith/editor-in-chief Schuman Cheese has won more than 100 awards for its cheeses in both domestic and international cheese competitions during its 74-year history. Already this year, the company has won a Best of Class award at the World Championship Cheese Contest for its Cello Hand-Crafted Asiago; its Cello Copper Kettle Parmesan, Cello Artisan […]

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Big Y Names Christian D’Amour To Head Table & Vine Division

Big Y Foods has appointed Christian D’Amour as senior manager of its Table & Vine division, which is focused on fine wine, local beer, craft spirits and gourmet foods. D’Amour will be responsible for Table & Vine’s sales, marketing and operations. His responsibilities include the flagship location in West Springfield, Massachusetts, as well as seven […]

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Food Emporium Celebrates Newest Location In Marlboro, New Jersey

Key Food Stores Co-operative, a New York-based company primarily comprising independently owned and corporate grocery stores, opened its newest The Food Emporium location in Marlboro, New Jersey, on May 11. “Store owner Joe Doleh has worked so hard to make The Food Emporium into a beautiful store,” said John Durante, Key Food VP of business […]