General Mills reveals long-time senior executive Shawn O'Grady will retire Pankaj Sharma named segment president, North America foodservice. Liz Parker Kuhn February 8, 2024 To facilitate a smooth transition, O’Grady will move into a senior advisor role until his retirement early this summer.Read More
Mary's Gone Crackers welcomes Roger Yoder as VP of marketing and business development Yoder previously worked at Sensient Natural Ingredients, Microsoft, Gateway, Apple, and Norton. Liz Parker Kuhn February 7, 2024 Renowned for his leadership and proven success in strategic marketing and international sales, Yoder is set to play a transformative role in steering Mary's Gone Crackers towards growth and success.Read More
Private-label product sales continue to climb: PLMA The industry association reports 2023 climbed 4.7% compared to the previous year. Jenni Spinner February 7, 2024 The industry association reports 2023 climbed 4.7% compared to the previous year.Read More
FlavorSum expands MI facility, opens NJ innovation center The flavor producer is increasing capacity and adding technical capabilities. Jenni Spinner February 6, 2024 The flavor producer is increasing capacity and adding technical capabilities.Read More
Savory snack sales surge 29% during Super Bowl Week 2023 The sales total jumped 29% from Super Bowl Week 2022. Liz Parker Kuhn February 6, 2024 In 2023, Americans purchased 118 million pounds of savory snacks, enough to fill Allegiant Stadium 16 times.Read More
Dawn Foods acquires Netherlands-based manufacturing company The acquisition closed on January 31. Liz Parker Kuhn February 6, 2024 The two family-owned companies with long bakery heritage join forces.Read More
Admix taps industry veteran as new director of sales The new hire brings an extensive background in sales strategy, channel management, and business development. Liz Parker Kuhn February 5, 2024 Admix has announced the appointment of Santino Zingales as the company's new director of sales.Read More
Circana expands leadership of its global commercial organization The consumer behavior specialists have announced several new hires and promotions. Jenni Spinner February 5, 2024 The consumer behavior specialists have announced several new hires and promotions.Read More
Brian McNamara appointed to Mondelēz International board of directors The executive has a range of experience in various sectors, including healthcare. Jenni Spinner February 5, 2024 The executive has a range of experience in various sectors, including healthcare.Read More
Bansk Group acquires majority share of meat snacks brand No Man's Land Foods LLC No Man's Land Foods is a provider of high-quality beef jerky and meat sticks. Liz Parker Kuhn February 2, 2024 Acquisition positions No Man's Land Foods to expand distribution and increase market share.Read More