Los Angeles, California-based ProducePay has appointed Patrick McCullough as the company’s new CEO, succeeding Pablo Borquez Schwarzbeck, who served as CEO since founding the company in 2014. Schwarzbeck will assume the role of executive director of the board. In his new role, he will continue to help guide the company’s vision and spend more time listening […]
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Posted inAssociation News, West
The Illuminators Rename Annual WAFC Golf Tournament
The Illuminators organization has announced its annual charity golf tournament will continue under a new name – the Christianson Classic. The event will be held May 6 during the annual WAFC Convention at the JW Marriott in Palm Desert, California. The tournament has been renamed in honor of Paul and Carole Christianson, who have helped advance the food industry […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
New Seasons Market Contributes $1.2M In 2022 Initiatives
Portland, Oregon-based New Seasons Market has contributed more than $1.2 million to community-based initiatives in 2022, surpassing its 2021 giving by $100,000. The grocer supports various organizations through its partnerships, such as Donate Dinner, Bag It Forward, Community Hunger Relief Fundraiser, Gift It!, Give!Guide and Cans for Kids. “Being a contributing partner to our communities is […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, West
Seafood Company Increases Fair Trade Certified Shrimp Options
El Segundo, California-based Chicken of the Sea Frozen Foods has announced an initiative with two of its global shrimp suppliers, Thai Union Frozen PCL and Avanti Frozen Foods, making the company the largest importer of Fair Trade Certified shrimp in the U.S. This recent fair trade certification is an extension of the Thai Union global sustainability […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Provides Update On Legal Proceedings
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. has announced that the State of Washington Supreme Court has granted the company’s motion to hold an expedited review of the temporary restraining order against its previously announced $6.85 per common share special dividend. The date for the review has been moved from Feb. 9 to Jan. 17. Albertsons Cos. continues to […]
Posted inProduce News, West
Sumo Citrus Expands Distribution Across North America
Dinuba, California-based Sumo Citrus will harvest its largest crop to date for the upcoming 2023 season beginning in January, doubling the amount of fruit from the previous season. Customers will find the fruit at more stores than ever before with increased distribution across North America, including Canada. Derived from satsuma, orange and mandarin citrus varieties, Sumo Citrus was […]
Posted inCenter Store, West
Torani Names 2023 Flavor Of The Year: Toasted Black Sesame
San Leandro, California-based Torani has revealed its 2023 Pourcast Flavor of the Year: Puremade Toasted Black Sesame Syrup. The flavor joins the company’s lineup of more than 150 syrups and sauces. According to the company, the syrup leans into two major consumer trends. The first is “culinary tourism,” characterized by consumers’ desire to experience other cultures. The second […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
GrubMarket Named On Best Workplaces Of The Year List
San Francisco-based GrubMarket has been selected as one of the 50 Best Workplaces for 2022 by The Silicon Review, a business magazine for global business leaders, decision-makers and professionals. “We are honored to receive this recognition alongside many of the world’s most revolutionary businesses,” said Mike Xu, CEO of GrubMarket. “With an employee-centered culture and a rapidly growing […]