Food Logistics has named Joseph Battoe, CEO of Chicago, Illinois-based Varcode, a winner of the 2022 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award, which recognizes influential individuals in the industry whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Following more than five years of research and patent development, Battoe brought to market […]
Category: Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market, founded in 1980 by John Mackey, Renee Lawson Hardy, Craig Weller, and Mark Skiles, originated in Austin, Texas. As a pioneer in the natural and organic foods movement, the brand has evolved into one of the world’s leading retailers of natural and organic foods.
The company’s business model revolves around offering high-quality, responsibly sourced products that promote health and well-being. The brand distinguishes itself by maintaining strict quality standards, including bans on artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives in its products. With a commitment to sustainability, the chain supports local farmers and suppliers, prioritizing organic and non-GMO options whenever possible. Whole Foods Market operates over 500 locations across North America and the United Kingdom.
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Symphony RetailAI VP Prothero Wins Food Logistics Rock Star Award
Troy Prothero, VP of product management and supply chain solutions for Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, has been named a winner of Food Logistics’ 2022 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award. The annual honor recognizes influential people in the industry whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Food Logistics noted that “these rock […]
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Acosta Acquires OeP To Reach Amazon Customers
Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta has acquired OeP, a best-in-class agency focused on providing white glove services to clients across multiple categories and increasing brand presence and ROI on the world’s largest e-commerce platform, Amazon. The combination of Acosta and OeP provides clients with an end-to-end suite of digital commerce services that enable them to maximize business on […]
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IHA Show To Feature Chefs And Celebrity Guests
The IHA’s Inspired Home Show, scheduled for March 5-7 at the McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, will feature Martha Stewart as the headline in the line-up for celebrity chefs. The IHA show will be the first in-person gathering of the industry’s premier marketplace since 2019. The chef demonstrations will begin at 11:30 a.m. on March 5 […]
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Eat Well Group Announces Distribution Of Amara To H-E-B Stores
Vancouver, British Columbia-based Eat Well Investment Group Inc. has announced that its majority-owned portfolio company, Amara Organic Foods, is available in 200 H-E-B locations in the U.S. H-E-B is one of the largest independently owned food retailers in the U.S. The company has been operating for more than 100 years and serves families across Texas and […]
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ECRM To Host Webcasts On Diversity And Sustainability
ECRM, an end-to-end product sourcing solutions for retailers, has begun efforts to drive retail industry engagement around corporate social responsibility with its Diversity Week and Retail Sustainability Collaborative. They are two educational and product sourcing initiatives in support of creating more opportunities for diverse, inclusive and sustainably-focused suppliers. Each will include a series of webcasts […]
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Bold Palate Foods Debuts Plant-Based Dressings At Winter Show
Miami, Florida-based Bold Palate Foods is making its trade show debut at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas from Feb. 6-8. The specialty food start-up, launched just weeks before the coronavirus pandemic, will present its four core products at Booth 2134. The line includes No Cows on this Ranch, a take on classic Ranch […]
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Where To Buy Announces Launch Of CPG Store Locator Software
Where to Buy announces its launch of an advanced, data-rich store locator solution for the food and beverage industry, with actual in-store and online grocery location data. The company says that the Where to Buy software sets the standard as the most feature-rich, affordable store locator solution by zeroing in on the food and beverage industry. The […]