Puratos, Burcon to partner on canola protein development The two suppliers will work to develop Burcon’s Puratein for use in bakery and candy. SF&WB Staff November 26, 2024 The collaborators plan to work to explore and develop Puratein canola protein’s applications in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate.Read More
Circana names Stuart Aitken president and CEO The consumer and market insights firm’s new leader succeeds the retiring Kirk Perry, SF&WB Staff November 25, 2024 Aitken’s past experience includes five years as chief merchant and marketing officer for grocery store giant Kroger.Read More
Hearthside Foods enters restructuring agreement After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the contract producer hopes to be poised for growth. SF&WB Staff November 25, 2024 The move is designed to help the contract producer wipe its $1.9B in debt, and to secure new funding.Read More
Anko Food Machine debuts empanada production line The high-capacity line aims to solve production challenges of food wholesalers. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 Anko Food Machine, a manufacturer of food machines and solutions provider, has launched a new empanada-making machine featuring a modular design. Read More
Mettler-Toledo unveils next-gen x-ray system The system aims to enhance food safety compliance, boost productivity. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 The X6 Series brings advanced x-ray inspection to medium and large packaging, with design and smart technology for optimal product integrity.Read More
J&J Snack Foods appoints new CFO Shawn Munsell will start his new role on December 2. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 Munsell takes over the role from Ken Plunk, who is retiring and will support the transition until the end of the year.Read More
Dominique Ansel Marché to debut at Paris Las Vegas The new restaurant will open on December 6. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 The new Parisian market-inspired venue is the award-winning pastry chef’s second location in Las Vegas.Read More
Pan Glo names Scott Bieker president The executive joined the Bundy Baking Solutions division earlier this year. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 The new president will manage the U.S. sales team and lead operations for the Pan Glo division.Read More
Nothing Bundt Cakes names new chief development officer Joel Lakin brings a range of franchise operations experience to the bakery-focused chain. SF&WB Staff November 22, 2024 The company, with 635 units in the U.S. and growing, has named Joel Lakin to help fuel and oversee its expansion.Read More
ABA reveals Simon T. Bailey as convention keynote speaker Strategies for resilience, innovation to be unveiled at annual convention. SF&WB Staff November 21, 2024 Bailey will take baking industry executives on an empowering journey designed to ignite leadership potential and drive organizational success. Read More