McLean, VA — Mars, Inc., in partnership with sustainability consultancy Guidehouse, has formed a coalition, the Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition (Supplier LoCT), to mobilize suppliers on climate action. The partnership aims to drive industry-wide movement by providing suppliers with…
Nardone Is New CEO At Green Park, Maker Of Hippeas
New York — Paul Nardone has joined Green Park Snacks Inc., makers of Hippeas organic chickpea snacks, as CEO. In addition, company founder Livio Bisterzo has transitioned into the executive chairman role and will focus on strategic initiatives. Nardone has more than 30…
BJ’s Wholesale Club President, CEO Delaney Dies
Westborough, MA — BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. President and CEO Lee Delaney passed away unexpectedly on April 8 from what is presumed to be natural causes. Delaney, who was 49, took over as chief executive and joined the company’s…
Reese’s Brand Creates Ultimate Team To Support Ultimate Cup
Hershey, PA — With nearly 100 days until the postponed Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 The Hershey Co. is revealing its Reese’s Ultimate Team. The iconic chocolate and peanut butter candy brand is partnering with three U.S. Olympic athletes who have dominated the…
Divine Chocolate 2019/2020 Impact Report Shows Commitment To Farmers
London — Divine Chocolate Ltd.‘s 2019/2020 Impact Report reveals that the farmer co-owned company paid a $133,977 Fairtrade premium to cocoa farmers and earned the 2020 International Fairtrade award for Fairtrader of the Year. Overall, the company’s commitment to Fairtrade…
Jelly Belly Sweepstakes Aims To Combat ‘Zoom Fatigue’
Fairfield, CA — Recognizing that many people are missing the benefits of a shared office environment — from in-person collaboration to swinging by the beloved office candy jar for a quick break — Jelly Belly Candy Co. is launching a…
Tucker Joins Brown & Haley As Sales VP
Tacoma, WA — Tim Tucker has joined Brown & Haley as vice-president of sales for the U.S. market effective immediately. Tucker has 30 years of experience in the CPG sector, including roles at Euro-American Brands,LLC, Phoenix Brands, LLC, Community Coffee…
Meijer Reveals Shopping Trends Brought On By Pandemic Living
Grand Rapids, MI — With the one-year mark into pandemic living officially passed, retailer Meijer, Inc. reveals shopping trends from the height of the shutdown to the ongoing changes in home and work lifestyles across the Midwest. Home delivery and pickup…
Goldfish Crackers Has TikTok Challenge With Basketball’s Best Friends
Norfolk, CN — Campbell Snacks is running the Goldfish #GoForTheHandful Challenge on TikTok through April 25. The challenge kicks off a new consumer campaign aimed at an older audience for the brand and features NBA players, and real-life best friends, Boban Marjanovic and Tobias…
See’s, Guittard, Peet’s Coffee Partner On Chocolate-Covered Coffee Beans
San Francisco — To help mark its centennial year, See’s Candy Shops, Inc. has partnered with Peet’s Coffee and Guittard Chocolate Co. to produce its April Sweet-of-the-Month — Chocolate Coffee Beans. The single origin coffee beans from Brazil are roasted by Peet’s,…
