The addition of new leadership talent will drive organizational effectiveness and focus against the execution of this strategy and capital investment
August 19, 2020
Darigold, Inc. announced organizational changes designed to accelerate the long-term transformational strategy of the Northwest farmer-owned cooperative’s global ingredients business. In 2018 Darigold finalized a 10-year transformation and growth strategy which included a substantial series of capital investments, including the construction of a new large-scale global ingredients plant.
Jeff Davanon joins Carnosyn Brands as health & wellness business development manager
August 19, 2020
Natural Alternatives International, Inc., the company behind SR CarnoSyn®, a patented, sustained-release beta-alanine, announced Jeff DaVanon has joined CarnoSyn® Brands as health & wellness business development manager.
New leaders strengthen Upfield’s foothold in the plant-based foods business
August 19, 2020
Upfield North America announced the recent appointments of Andy Reichgut as general manager of the Violife® vegan cheese business; Dan Bajor as president, Upfield Canada; and, Jim Breach as chief operating officer, Upfield US to lead key areas of growth for the business.
Xavier Unkovic takes on role as chief executive officer
August 18, 2020
Amy’s Kitchen announced that its president, Xavier Unkovic has been appointed to the position of company chief executive officer. Unkovic has been leading Amy’s day-to-day for the past three years under the leadership of company founder Andy Berliner.
Brian McGuire to take on role as chief executive officer
August 18, 2020
Rudi's Organic Bakery and Rudi's Gluten-Free Bakery named Brian McGuire as its new president and chief executive officer. McGuire's goal is to reassert Rudi's as a leader in organic and gluten-free baking.
Hosted by lifestyle experts, Whole Foods reimagines home economics inviting customers to learn new skills in virtual classes
August 18, 2020
Through a series of virtual classes, each with a contemporary take on mastering everyday home tasks and need-to-know life skills, “students” will learn everything from creative baking swaps and transforming food scraps to stocking up on grocery staples and choosing the right cleaning products.
Additional projects are planned for the Salina site over the next several years
August 17, 2020
Schwan’s Company, a leading food producer in the United States, announced plans to build a new 400,000-square-foot expansion at its pizza-manufacturing facility in Salina, Kan. The announcement of the project comes as the company celebrates the 50th year of operating a pizza production facility in Salina.
ProAmpac’s ProActive Renewable solution contains a bio-based resin that comes from non-fossil fuel sources
August 14, 2020
ProAmpac, a flexible packaging company, announced that it is producing its first ProActive Renewable products for the baby food market with Bimbosan®’s newest premium baby formula, cereal supplements & cereal paps.
Leadership hires in sales, marketing, and communications will advance the company’s strategic plans for the US business
August 14, 2020
The Kraft Heinz Company celebrated another milestone in the company’s turnaround plan with the finalization of its US Leadership Team, naming Cory Onell as President of US Sales; Sanjiv Gajiwala as US Chief Growth Officer; and Stephanie Peterson as Head of US Communications.
The company's sustainability efforts reach toward a more traceable, ethical, and sustainable supply chain
August 14, 2020
Sir Kensington's, best known for making premium condiments and dressings, announced it has set initial impact targets focused on sustainable agriculture, responsible packaging, and team impact. Two years after becoming a Certified B Corporation, Sir Kensington's underscores its commitment to continuously measure and improve on its efforts for the betterment of all stakeholders.