Houston, Texas-based Sysco Corp. has agreed to acquire Edward Don & Co., a distributor of foodservice equipment, supplies and disposables. Headquartered in Chicago, Edward Don & Co. generates about $1.3 billion in annual revenue, serving a range of restaurant, foodservice and other customers across the U.S. The acquisition will allow Sysco to add capabilities and […]
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Posted inSustainability News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash ESG Report Highlights Progress On 2025 Goals
SpartanNash has released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, offering an in-depth look at the company’s advancements across its employee career experience, sustainability initiatives, environmental health and safety practices, community outreach and philanthropy. Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash also shared its 2025 ESG goals, which are aligned to the company’s core capabilities – people, operational […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, West
UNFI Concludes Natural Winter Show In Las Vegas
United Natural Foods Inc. has completed its 2023 schedule of shows and events, concluding Sept. 28 with its 2023 UNFI Natural Winter Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Throughout the two-day event, more than 2,000 attendees connected with UNFI’s community of suppliers, offering an assortment across grocery, fresh, organic and specialty departments. The show also featured […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, Supply Chain News
UNFI Names 2023 ‘Elite Drivers Of The Year’
As part of its Driver Ambassador Program, Providence, Rhode Island-based UNFI has recognized four of its employees as 2023 “Elite Drivers of the Year,” presenting each with $10,000. In addition, each of their respective distribution centers received a premium, UNFI-branded Navistar LT625 tractor to use for deliveries during the next year. The drivers and their […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Grocers, Inc., Southeast
Associated Grocers Awards 10 GMRA Scholarships
Associated Grocers of Baton Rouge has announced the 2023 Associated Grocers GMRA Scholarship Fund recipients. The Associated Grocers/GMRA partnership scholarship program aids students working within AG retail member stores. Recipients receive $1,000 the first year ($500 per semester) and $3,000 for each of the following three years ($1,500 per semester) that they remain there. The […]
Posted inExecutive News, Northeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Maffie Named Chief Information Officer At UNFI
Providence, Rhode Island-based United Natural Foods Inc. has appointed Mario Maffie as chief information officer to lead its IT team, oversee network systems integration and help accelerate the use of data and insights. Maffie, who begins his new role Oct. 2, will report to Erin Horvath, chief operating officer. Maffie joins UNFI after having spent […]
Posted inExecutive News, Amazon Fresh, Merchandising News, Midwest, Whole Foods, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Elevates Morgan To EVP, CMO
Citing his leadership skills, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted Bennett Morgan to EVP and chief merchandising officer. Morgan, who joined SpartanNash in January 2022 as SVP and chief merchandising officer, leads fresh, center store and pharmacy merchandising, pricing, promotions and category and master data management. “Bennett’s leadership has advanced our capabilities in merchandising and […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, Private Label Brands
Wakefern Shares Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit Winners
Keasbey, New Jersey-based Wakefern Food Corp. has recognized the winners of its Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit. The summit, held June 28, was an opportunity for diverse private label manufacturers to present new and trending products for potential inclusion in Wakefern’s award-winning Bowl & Basket and Wholesome Pantry store brands portfolio. Suppliers selected to join the […]