Executive Moves
Who is moving in grocery: appointments, promotions, hires, retirements and board news at retailers, wholesalers, suppliers and associations.
FMI Taps Baker To Lead Industry Relations, Succeeding Baum
Doug Baker's appointment is effective Dec. 1, succeeding industry veteran Mark Baum.
NCA Names EVP Of Customer And Industry Affairs
Lance Smith will work to strengthen relationships with retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers and other stakeholders.
WinCo Foods Names Nathan Tucker As Next CEO
He will become president on Jan. 1, 2027, and then CEO on May 1 as Grant Haag retires.
Marzetti Names President Of Retail, Adds 2 Leadership Roles
The appointments are designed to "accelerate this business and position it for long-term growth," the CEO says.
Young To Become Limoneira Chief Operating Officer Nov. 9
The new executive will work to advance the company's efforts to redeploy capital into higher-return opportunities in agribusiness and real estate.
Latest Moves
Bob’s Red Mill Promotes Barba To Chief Commercial Officer
Daniel Barba has served as VP of marketing since 2024, helping guide the brand through an evolution that included a packaging refresh.
McLane Company Names Chris Smith EVP And COO
Advancing the company's technology transformation, including investments in AI and digital systems, will be among Smith's goals.
Ahold Delhaize Sets Start Date For Incoming CEO Thierry Garnier
He joins the company Jan. 11 as EVP before beginning his tenure as president, CEO and a member of the management board…
Bill Coombs, DLJ Produce CEO And Produce Industry Veteran, Dies At 63
Coombs devoted more than 48 years to the fresh produce industry in a career spanning retail, wholesale and international trade.
FMI Adds 17 Leaders To Board Of Directors
FMI says the additions bolster its representation of regional and national grocery operators and national brands.
Houchens Food Group Names LaForest VP Of Real Estate, Store Development
The company concurrently announced two promotions in its hardware division.
Grace Colalillo Joins Family ShopRite Business In HR Role
She bolsters the grocer's third-generation leadership, joining brother Sam Colalillo.
Albertsons Expands Board To 15 Directors
Levi Strauss finance chief Harmit Singh brings a strong hospitality background to the board.
Publix Announces Officer Retirements And Promotions
Publix CEO Kevin Murphy revealed two rounds of officer changes, one related to technology, one in industrial operations and finance.