Food industry professionals gathered Feb. 15 for a luncheon that honored donors who support the Western Association of Food Chains and the University of Southern California Food Industry Management Program. According to its website, the programs at USC Marshall School of Business are “designed exclusively for high-potential individuals of proven ability.” “[They] have the choice […]
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HF Foods Appoints Lin As Chief Operating Officer
Las Vegas-based HF Foods Group Inc. has appointed Xi Lin “Felix Lin” as chief operating officer of the company, effective May 1. Lin will report directly to Peter Zhang, CEO. “With Felix joining the team, I look forward to further strengthening our capabilities through new initiatives that will increase our presence in existing markets and improve […]
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Stater Bros. Markets ‘Brings It Home’ In Rebranding And Ad Campaign
San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Markets has launched its newly refreshed brand, beginning with its “Bring It Home” ad campaign. The campaign shows how Stater Bros. helps Southern California families bring home the joys of life with fresh food and meal solutions for their table. On April 4, the brand came to life on screens and […]
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Fresh Foods Specialty Grocer Finds Niche Along The Coast
For independent grocer Jon Welsh, serving customers and the community are what he loves most about his job. Welsh owns and operates Fresh Foods specialty grocery stores in Cannon Beach and Manzanita, along the Oregon coast. While the IGA affiliate stores do a robust business during tourist season, Welsh said the rest of the year […]
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Bolthouse Farms Establishes Hub To Strengthen ESG Commitment
In order to strengthen its environmental, social and governance commitment, Bakersfield, California-based Bolthouse Farms has established an ESG Hub. The hub represents a sharpened focus on key issues and will facilitate integration of ESG factors across all parts of the business, positioning the company for growth. “As we look to the future and redefine the […]
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Bashas’ Opens Application Period For ‘Donut Flavor Craze’ Contest
Chandler, Arizona-based Bashas is holding its seventh annual Donut Flavor Craze contest. Two winners – one kid and one adult – will have their creations featured in the grocer’s donut cases this summer, earning them Bashas’ Donut Ambassador titles in 2022. Through May 14, Arizonans are invited to submit their favorite carnival-inspired donut flavor. Kids […]
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Cardenas Markets To Offer Curbside Pick-Up In Las Vegas
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets has announced that curbside pickup is now available across all Las Vegas locations through the company’s partnership with Instacart. “Our customers are at the center of everything we do,” stated Adam Salgado, chief marketing officer. “Whether shopping in-store or online, we are committed to ensuring an excellent and convenient shopping experience for […]
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Conscious Foods Enters Produce Market With First Product In Brand Line
Conscious Foods, the brand launched by food and tech company Pairwise, has announced its entry into the produce market, showcasing its first product March 24 at the Future Food-Tech show in San Franscico, California. The introduction of the Conscious Foods brand represents the next step in Pairwise’s mission to build a healthier world through better […]