The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) has appointed Anthony Tripi, sales counselor at Buffalo, N.Y.-based Tripifoods Inc., to its board of directors.
Tripi, a fifth-generation member of the Tripi family, has spent his career with the full-line convenience store distributor, gaining experience in warehouse operations, distribution and sales.
He began his career stocking selection slots, picking orders and loading trucks before moving through several departments and eventually transitioning into sales.
In his current role, Tripi manages a portfolio of independent and chain accounts, working with convenience retailers to identify business opportunities and address operational needs.
“Anthony brings valuable experience from several sides of the business, from warehouse operations to working directly with retailers,” said PFMA president and CEO Alex Baloga. “That perspective will be a strong addition to our board, especially as our members continue to navigate changes across the convenience and distribution sectors.”
Tripi holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Canisius University.
As a PFMA board member, he will help guide the association’s initiatives representing Pennsylvania’s food and beverage retailers, wholesalers and distributors.