SNAXPO25 reveals keynote speakers The headliners include a retired basketball coach and a Circana EVP. SF&WB Staff January 23, 2025 SNAXPO25's keynote speakers include Circana's Sally Lyons Wyatt and former University of Miami men's basketball coach Jim Larrañaga.Read More
Packaging, processing provider Syntegon appoints new CFO Eros Carletti joined the company effective January 6. SF&WB Staff January 23, 2025 Eros Carletti succeeds Dr. Peter Hackel, who left Syntegon on December 31, 2024, following two successful years as CFO.Read More
Panera Bread taps Brian Krause as chief development officer The new hire joined the company on January 13. SF&WB Staff January 23, 2025 Krause will be responsible for driving strategic new store growth for the bakery chain, leading development planning, franchise development and sales, design and construction, and real estate. Read More
PSSI rebrands as Fortrex The new brand identity underscores the company's commitment to food safety. SF&WB Staff January 22, 2025 PSSI is revising its name and brand identity.Read More
PepsiCo wraps up $1.2B acquisition of Siete Foods The acquired company specializes in tortilla chips and other Latino-inspired snacks. SF&WB Staff January 22, 2025 The snack company joins recent PepsiCo acquisitions like PopCorners, Stacy’s Pita Chips, Bare, and others.Read More
Sweetmore Bakeries acquires pastry maker Azteca Bakeries The move is intended to expand the high-end baked goods offered by the buyer. SF&WB Staff January 21, 2025 The purchased company specializes in Latino products, including cookies, muffins, pan dulce, and others.Read More
PMMI gives $200,000 to aid California fire recovery The donation to the American Red Cross will help with LA wildfire relief efforts. SF&WB Staff January 21, 2025 The monetary gift is aimed at helping provide aid to communities devastated by the recent wildfires in the LA region.Read More
That’s it. brings Organic Energy Mini Fruit Bars to Costco The producer’s line of compact snack bars can be found in select Northwest stores. SF&WB Staff January 20, 2025 The simple-ingredient snack maker will offer its 15-count variety pack in select Costco locations throughout the Northwest part of the U.S.Read More
ABA taps business author to deliver convention keynote Erica Dhawan will share insights on building stronger industry connections. SF&WB Staff January 17, 2025 Best-selling management author Erica Dhawan will present insights on building engagement, speeding innovation, and fostering breakthroughs.Read More
Expect barbecue, Asian culture to influence 2025 flavors: Kerry The ingredients company shares predictions in its 2025 Tastes Charts report. SF&WB Staff January 17, 2025 Snack and bakery consumers are likely to reach for international tastes, novel flavor combinations, and other experiences in their buys.Read More