There’s a lot to catch up on this week — with quite a few developments worth your time.
We’ve officially launched the all-new FoodTradeNews.com. It represents a major step forward in how we deliver news, data, analysis, and opinion to the trade. It’s fast, clean, and hand-built with our next phase of growth in mind. We think you’ll enjoy it.
On the news front, a Delaware court ruling brings clarity to the long-running Market Basket leadership dispute, with implications for governance at one of the region’s most closely watched retailers.
Alexander Wissel takes a hard look at the “food as medicine” conversation and what it demands from merchandising teams on the ground — less theory, more execution.
Meanwhile, AJ Letizio opens the doors to a newly remodeled headquarters in Maryland, offering a glimpse into an important regional player. And the Food Trade News Team reports that GIANT Company marks Arbor Day with a grant initiative that ties sustainability directly to local communities.
We’ve Launched Our New Website
Longtime readers will have immediately noticed the change, but if you missed it, the new FoodTradeNews.com is live right now!
It’s been a long time coming — an integral part of our future growth plans — and we’re very proud of it. It’s feature-packed, easy to use, and has all the great content and editorial you’ve come to expect.
You can take a quick tour right here…
Delaware Judge Rules Market Basket Justified in Firing Demoulas
The long-running dispute between the Market Basket board and former CEO “Artie T” Demoulas took a decisive turn this week.
Vice Chancellor J. Travis Lester of the Delaware Court of Chancery ruled the board was “justified” in terminating Demoulas’ position last year. “Arthur had the burden at trial to prove a majority of the current Directors acted in bad faith. He failed…”
The team has more on this one…
ICYMI: If Food Is Medicine, Merchandising Has Its Work Cut Out
Food isn’t “just food” anymore; it’s not merely sustenance. The public is beginning to see it as a therapeutic agent that could improve your life… if used correctly.
That’s a million-dollar sales hook, and “Medicinal/Functional Food” is a smorgasbord for sales and marketing departments.
Executive Editor Alexander Wissel has the story…
Gallery: AJ Letizio Opens Its Newly Remodeled Office
An all-star cast was on hand as AJ Letizio cut the ribbon on its newly remodeled HQ in Columbia, MD. The team was on hand to take a few snapshots.
You can view the entire gallery of photos right here on foodtradenews.com…
GIANT Honors Outstanding Employees
It’s great to be recognized for your achievements, and that’s just what happened at the GIANT Co.’s most recent annual meeting.
Fully 27 awards were given, each recognizing the recipient’s commitment to outstanding performance and leadership while embodying the company’s mission, values, and team and customer promises.
