Billerica, Massachusetts-based JOH has announced several personnel moves. Ann-Marie Warnock Warnock has joined the team an account executive in the grocery, frozen and dairy division. According to the company, she is a top performing sales leader with 18 years of experience in the food industry. She is skilled in brand execution and key account management. […]
Category: Northeast
The Shelby Report of the Northeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
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AppCard Remains Focused On Personalization, CPG
By Eric Pereira / content creator As a coupon platform with more than five billion transactions under its belt, AppCard’s focus has been on empowering grocers to communicate with shoppers through personalized offers and awards derived from shopper purchase history and future intent, said Yair Goldfinger, co-founder and CEO. New York-based AppCard is a shopper […]
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North Country Smokehouse Expands Organic Offering
Claremont, New Hampshire-based North Country Smokehouse has introduced two new organic hams to its retail lineup: Applewood Smoked Ham Steak and Petit Ham. “Consumers want convenient, modestly portioned pack sizes and that’s hard to find in the ham category,” said Mike Kelly, VP of business development and national sales at North Country. “Couple that with […]
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The Town Dock Rebrands And Relaunches Retail Calamari Offering
Narragansett, Rhode Island-based Town Dock has expanded and redesigned its retail product line rolling out throughout winter and spring. This will allow more consumers to find that same restaurant-quality product online and in retail stores across the nation. “My father started this company with a commitment to the highest quality seafood and service,” said Ryan […]
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Shoprite Named Most-Trusted Supermarket In Northeast
New Jersey-based ShopRite has been named the Most Trusted Grocery Retailer in the Northeast in a new survey conducted in partnership with Newsweek magazine and the consultancy firm, BrandSpark International. To identify the winners, Newsweek and BrandSpark International surveyed 3,200 U.S. adults nationwide to capture their opinions of grocery stores across the region. Each retailer was judged according […]
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Sopris Named Incoming President Of NYACS
The New York Association of Convenience Stores has hired Kent Sopris as the incoming president of the company. He joined the staff in February as VP. Sopris will work side by side with longtime President Jim Calvin until Calvin retires July 1, at which time Sopris will become the fourth president in NYACS’ 35-year history. “Our […]
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UNFI Elects Mohammad To Board Of Directors
Providence, Rhode Island-based United Natural Foods Inc. has appointed Shamim Mohammad to its board of directors. The company believes that this appointment will reflect UNFI’s commitment to refreshment, adding technology expertise in areas that can help advance UNFI’s long-term strategic objectives. “Shamim’s proven track record in strategic leadership and development of forward-thinking technology solutions will make […]
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Kraft Heinz Announces Changes To Board Of Directors
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Kraft Heinz Company has announced that after years of service, Alexandre Van Damme, director nominee of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., will retire from the company’s board of directors following the end of his term. Berkshire Hathaway has indicated that it plans to nominate Alicia Knapp, president and CEO of BHE Renewables, to fill the […]
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Gorton’s Introduces Refreshed Logo And Packaging
Gloucester, Massachusetts-based Gorton’s Seafood, one of the nation’s leading seafood producers, recently unveiled new product packaging for its smart solutions and everyday gourmet lines. Additionally, all Gorton’s items will now showcase a refreshed brand logo. Over the past year, Gorton’s has surveyed thousands of consumers to understand who was buying in the category before the COVID-19 […]
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Edwards Brothers Supermarkets Reports Supply Chain Concerns
As the freezing temperatures tighten their grip on the small towns of Maine, business is moving along for Edwards Brothers Supermarkets. And throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, owner Jeremy Edwards’ stores posted sales increases. “People weren’t traveling as far to do their shopping. A lot of the smaller mom-and-pop type shops should have seen a boost […]
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JOH Welcomes Petronio As Director Of Business Development
Billerica, Massachusetts-based JOH has named Mark Petronio as its newest director of business development for BJ’s Wholesale Club. Petronio is a sales, marketing and business development professional with more than 30 years of experience. With a buying and sales background, he understands the needs of both customers and clients and delivers results. He has a knowledge of […]
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Kraft Heinz Completes Acquisition Of Just Spices
The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Kraft Heinz Company has completed its acquisition of an 85 percent stake in Germany-based Just Spices GmbH. The remaining 15 percent ownership stake has been retained by Just Spices’ three founders, who will continue on with the company and focus on driving the business and its international growth. The proposed deal was […]
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The Giant Co. Launches New Partnership With Ship2Me
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company has launched Ship2Me by Giant and Ship2Me by Martin’s, giving customers access to an expanded assortment beyond traditional grocery categories and all delivered directly to one’s home. “Ship2Me by Giant is a natural extension of our current grocery delivery options,” said John Ruane, SVP of omnichannel merchandising for The Giant Co. “By offering […]
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Whisps Hires Ghingo As CEO
New York-based Whisps, a cheese crisps brand, has hired John Ghingo as CEO. Ghingo, who most recently served as president of Applegate, brings to Whisps 21 years of experience working with a variety of food, beverage and consumer packaged goods companies, including Whitewave Co. and Mondelēz. At Whisps, Ghingo will be focused on furthering the company’s mission to bring premium, quality cheese […]
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The Hershey Co. Earns Top Score On 2022 Corporate Equality Index
The Hershey, Pennsylvania-based Hershey Company has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s benchmarking report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. Hershey’s top marks recognize a supportive, inclusive workplace and provide equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ employees and their families. “We strive every […]
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Stonyfield Establishes Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership
Londonderry, New Hampshire-based Stonyfield and its co-founder, Gary Hirshberg, have established the Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership to help family farms. Last fall, 89 organic family farms across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and eastern New York received the sudden news that Horizon, a brand owned by Danone North America, was terminating their purchase contracts, effective […]
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The Giant Co. Earns Top Score In 2022 Corporate Equality Index
For the fourth year in a row, Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. The Giant Co. joins the ranks of more than 840 major U.S. businesses that […]
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C&S Wholesale Earns Top Score In 2022 Corporate Equality Index
Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc. has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. C&S Wholesale Grocers joins the ranks of more than 840 major U.S. businesses that also scored […]
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Wakefern Wins 2021 PLMA Salute To Excellence Award
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has received a 2021 PLMA Salute to Excellence Award in the food and drink pasta category for the company’s Bowl & Basket brand Specialty Gorgonzola and Walnut Ravioli. The Private Label Manufacturers Association Salute to Excellence Awards gives recognizes outstanding store brands products introduced in supermarkets and other retailers from […]
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Crispy Green Launches Piña Picante Snack Line
Fairfield, New Jersey-based Crispy Green has released a new flavor of its freeze-dried snacks – Piña Picante. Remaining true to the company’s core niche of providing produce-based, shelf-stable packaged snacks made with clean, simple ingredients, Piña Picante is a line of dried pineapple snacks with a twist. Piña Picante begins with pineapple imported from Costa Rica and […]