Paramount, California-based Tattooed Chef Inc. has appointed Gaspare “Gasper” Guarrasi as its new chief operating officer, effective Nov. 29. As COO, Guarrasi is responsible for the plant-based food company’s global operations and production. He will report to Sam Galletti, president and CEO. The company’s current COO, Stephanie Dieckmann, will remain with the company as CFO. […]
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Clover Sonoma Partners With Alpina To Facilitate Growth In U.S. Market
Petaluma, California-based Clover Sonoma has entered into a partnership with Alpina, a family-owned food company based in Colombia. Both family-owned companies hold a shared vision for the future of dairy and that means taking a global perspective. The alliance will support the growth of Clover Sonoma’s business operations, sustainability efforts and product innovation, while strengthening […]
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Northgate González Market, Hyundai Partner To Give Turkeys, Gift Cards
Anaheim, California-based Northgate González Market teamed up with Oportun and Hyundai last week to donate more than 5,000 turkey vouchers, groceries and cash gift cards to provide some relief and holiday cheer to families dealing with food insecurities. “We recognize many people are hurting, and through our business and nonprofit partnerships, we are honored to […]
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Jones Soda COO Chastain Named President Of New Beverage Division
Seattle, Washington-based Jones Soda Co., the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user-designed label artwork, has promoted longtime executive team member Eric Chastain to serve as president of the new Jones Soda Beverage Division. The position was created as part of a leadership expansion related to the upcoming launch of a new […]
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Gelson’s Customers Asked To Support Annual Toy Drive
Gelson’s customers across Southern California are encouraged to take part in the company’s annual toy drive this December and donate a toy to a child in need. The toy drive will benefit disadvantaged children throughout the region and will take place at all 27 Gelson’s stores, as well as internally at the corporate office and warehouse. […]
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Cardenas Markets’ Annual ‘Got Masa?’ Campaign In Full Swing
Got masa? Cardenas Markets does. The Ontario, California-based retailer is Tamale Central, where customers will find all the ingredients needed to prepare this popular dish. For customers who choose to prepare their own signature tamale recipes, Cardenas Markets has several varieties of masa to choose from, such as masa preparada, sin preparar, strawberry, pina colada […]
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Bridgford Foods Corp. Makes Changes To Principal Officers
The Bridgford Foods Corp. Board of Directors has announced changes to the principal officers of the company. The board elected Michael W. Bridgford as its chairman. He succeeds William L. Bridgford, who was elected VP. Michael Bridgford has most recently served as VP, with responsibility for the Anaheim, California-based company’s sales and marketing operations in the […]
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Sprouts Farmers Market Receives AAA MSCI Rating For ESG
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market has received a rating of AAA in the 2021 MSCI ESG Ratings assessment. The AAA rating represents the highest on the scale and signifies a company leading its industry in managing the most significant environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities. It also marks major improvements since Sprouts’ BBB rating […]