Personnel News From Weis Markets, FMI, NGA
Weis promotes Nick Cicco to VP/pharmacy; NGA boosts Caroline Sar to manager of marketing; FMI announces a slew of promotions.
New Products Available For Enjoying The Warmer Weather
Some news on new product developments, Costco's partnership with a health firm to sell new weight loss drugs to select club members, Coca-Cola will be premier sponsor of NGA's Women…
Congress Holds Hearings On Swipe Fees
Updates on recent legislative action on the Hill, news about a food allergy breakthrough and more.
While Kroger, Albertsons Ready For Court Date, Negotiating With FTC Continues
Among recent developments in the industry covered are the demise of Amazon's "just walk out" technology, more bad news for Walgreens and Rite Aid, Unilever selling its ice cream brands…
FTC Strikes Again: Says Price Hikes Aided By Big Retailers
FTC report blames retailers for price hikes, supply chain mismanagement, and profit-taking as agency has supermarkets in its crosshairs.
The Giant Company Names Joanna Crishock VP-Center Store Omnichannel Merchandising
The Giant Company announced March 27 that Joanna Crishock has been named vice president of center store omnichannel merchandising. Crishock will report directly to John Ruane, president of The Giant…
Imperial Distributors Names Joe Kirby CEO; Michael Sleeper Becomes Executive Chairman
Organizational changes, which take effect April 1, include Naomi Sleeper assuming the roles of president and chief growth officer.
Weis Promotes Umstead, O’Hara
Weis Markets recently announced the promotions of Mike Umstead to vice president of talent development and associate relations and Jack O’Hara to senior vice president of legal affairs and real…
Independent Grocer Sam Marrazzo Dies Age 76
Operator of Marrazzo's Market in Ewing, NJ was well known for greeting his customers each day and taking a personal interest in their stories.
Congressional Budget Negotiations Emphasize Need For Continued Advocacy Of Food Assistance
SNAP and WIC, two successful public-private partnerships, must be protected.
Industry’s Golf Season Will Kick Off May 6 With MAFTO Outing
During Women In History Month, looking at two successful female entrepreneurs from the food industry, and a shout-out to Crop's Fresh Marketplace being named IGA's Retailer Of The Year.
As Spring Approaches, Most Trade Shows, Dinners On The Horizon
A Wild West-themed Key Food show, a new Livoti's Old World Market debut, and more.
