SQFI names Brian Updegraff director of financial planning and analysis
Updegraff will collaborate with SQFI’s Arlington-based team to develop and implement financial strategies that support the organization’s global food safety mission.
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The move comes as Health Secretary RFK Jr. and the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement are pressuring food manufacturers to eliminate synthetic additives and promote “whole food” diets.
Walmart steps up efforts to combat counterfeits and bolster trust in its online marketplace
The retailer says it is backing federal legislation, including the INFORM Consumers Act and the proposed SHOP SAFE and Combating Organized Retail Crime acts.
M&M’S taps into nostalgia with PB&J Lunch Giveaway featuring new candy flavor
“Fun is what makes M&M’S such a beloved brand, and sometimes that means taking a trip down memory lane.”
George Vincent named Kroger secretary and general counsel
Vincent has counseled national and international businesses on strategic growth and is a well-regarded leader in the legal community.
PLMA reports that store brand sales outpaced national brands in first half of 2025
PLMA projects that total store brand sales will approach $277 billion in 2025, up from a record $271 billion in 2024.
Natural Choice Foods wins FMI’s 2025 Food Safety Innovation Award
“Natural Choice Foods is transforming how the industry views food waste,” said Ashley Eisenbeiser, Vice President of Food and Product Safety Programs at FMI.
Coca-Cola to launch a U.S. version made with cane sugar
The announcement came about a week after President Donald Trump had said the company had “agreed” to use cane sugar in its beverages.
Wawa expands EV charging through Ionna partnership
First “Rechargery” site launches in Florida as part of Ionna’s largest EV deal to date.
Convenience retailers are rapidly closing the digital gap says Circana’s David Portalatin
From sales slump to digital surge: Convenience retail’s wake-up call.
Target launches "Back-to-School-idays" promotion with savings and in-store experiences
“Getting ready for a new school year should be an exciting time for families.”
Inmar and Upshop partner to align retail marketing with real-time shelf availability
Upshop and Inmar Intelligence partner to power smarter, faster retail execution through unified marketing and e-commerce fulfillment capabilities.
The Raley’s Cos. elevates Blakely and Garrard to senior roles in sales and merchandising
The leadership moves are part of an effort to strengthen customer experience and innovation across the company's eight banners.