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Mascot Pecan Hires Tore Swenson VP of Sales
Glennville, GA - JUNE 2025- Mascot Inc. has hired Tore Swenson (based inChaska, MN) as their Vice President of Sales. Swenson, who has over 20years of experience in the specialty food industry, will help lead thecompany in private label and branded opportunities within grocery,specialty, c-store and vending markets. She recently came from Hammond'sCandies as their Senior Vice President of Sales. During her time atHammond's, she assisted in the growth and sale of the company to a privateequity fund."I'm very excited about working for Mascot - they were a business partner ofHammond's as a manufacturer of our nut candies and peanut ... |
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Buyers and Suppliers Look to NY NOW Summer Market 2025 to Bolster Retail Supply Chains Ahead of Holiday Sales Season
New York, NY (June 18, 2025) – In the current environment of trade tariffs and supply chain uncertainty, buyers tasked with maintaining and developing retailer inventories are turning to the NY NOW 2025 Summer Market B2B tradeshow as an established and reliable supplier channel. Scheduled for August 3-5, 2025, at NYC’s Javits Center, attendance from buyers representing retailers both large and small is anticipated to far exceed 10,000. This large group of buyers is coming to connect in advance of the holiday sales season with an expected 500+ exhibitors offering thousands of the most trending gift, home, and accessories products from the ... |
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Point Reyes Bob Giacomini celebrated at 48th Annual Western Weekend Parade as Grand Marshal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Point Reyes, CA (June 12, 2025) The West Marin Lions Club celebrated a milestone weekend as Bob Giacomini, respected dairy farmer and agricultural innovator, served as Grand Marshal of the 48th Annual Western Weekend Parade on Saturday, June 8th. At 87 years old, Giacomini represented the very best of West Marin's agricultural heritage. A member of one of the region’s most storied farming families, his selection was particularly fitting for this year’s celebration, which honored West Marin’s thriving farm-to-table community. In 2000, Giacomini’s daughters founded Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, transforming the family’s dairy into one of the ... |
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Setton Farms Buffalo Wing Seasoned Pistachio Kernels Win 2025 SELF Pantry Award
TERRA BELLA, Calif., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc., the nation's second-largest pistachio grower and processor, is excited to announce its premium crafted Buffalo Wing Seasoned Pistachio Kernels were named a winner in the 2025 SELF Pantry Awards. Selected by SELF Magazine, widely recognized as the leader in health-related content, the SELF Pantry Awards honor packaged food products that are delicious, convenient, satisfying, and healthy. For more information, visit www.settonfarms.com. The 2025 entries were judged on their nutrition profile, shelf stability, and taste by a panel of experts comprised of editors, chefs, registered dietitians, and home cooks. This marks ... |
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International Housewares Association Releases State of the Industry Report
ROSEMONT, ILL. (June 18, 2025)— The new IHA State of the Industry MarketOutlook report released today indicates that home and housewares should continue to be a key driver of general merchandise sales in 2025. The report, detailing consumer purchase intent and the factors influencing buying plans, was published today on IHA’s independent news and information platform, HomePageNews.com. “At a time marked by so much uncertainty, MarketOutlook offers some clarity to home and housewares suppliers and retailers in their product development, marketing and merchandising strategies,” said Derek Miller, IHA president & CEO. “This survey also underscores the ongoing resilience of the housewares business, which has historically proven to be ... |
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SunOpta Welcomes Jen Caro as Senior Vice President of Sales
Minneapolis, Minn. – June 5, 2025 –SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) – a company that delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands, retailers and foodservice providers across a broad portfolio of beverages, broths and better-for-you snacks – announced the appointment of Jen Caro as Senior Vice President of Sales and a member of the company’s Senior Leadership Team.Following an extensive national search, Jen emerged as the ideal leader to guide SunOpta’s sales function and help propel the company’s growth strategy forward. With more than 18 years of experience as a seasoned sales executive, Jen brings a proven track record ... |
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Waterford Announces Special Creative Collaboration with Music Icon Elton John
29 May 2025– Waterford, globally renowned designer and crafter of luxury crystal, is proud to announce a special creative collaboration with music icon Elton John. The partnership launches with the release of a striking Red Crystal Heart Ornament. Created in celebration of Pride Month, this exquisite piece will raise vital funds for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Waterford has a deserved reputation for craftsmanship based on a storied heritage stretching back more than 250 years. That creative and artisanal legacy is proudly showcased in this piece, which is expertly crafted from high-quality lead-free crystal. The design – adorned with a ... |
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Avocados From Peru Opens 2025 U.S. Season With Detroit Tigers Partnership and National Promotions
WASHINGTON, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Avocados From Peru (AFP), the national brand of the Peruvian Avocado Commission, has officially opened its 2025 U.S. season with a major league splash: a high-impact partnership with the Detroit Tigers that serves as the centerpiece of AFP's national marketing efforts. "Sports inspire people to stay active and live well — values that Avocados From Peru champions in every campaign," said Xavier Equihua, president and CEO of the Peruvian Avocado Commission. "No other origin does what we do to integrate avocados with cultural, lifestyle and wellness-driven experiences." The 2025 signature partnership with the Detroit Tigers, in collaboration with ... |
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Dallas Market Center Announces Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship at Texas A&M University
DALLAS – June 4, 2025– Dallas Market Center is proud to announce the creation of the Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship at Texas A&M University honoring the legacy of Bill Winsor, former president, CEO, and chairman emeritus of Dallas Market Center. The scholarship will support upperclassmen in the Mays School of Business and the Center for Retailing Studies who plan to pursue careers in retail or wholesale. It is being established through a grassroots campaign by colleagues and friends who were inspired by Winsor’s enduring leadership, entrepreneurial vision, and deep belief in the power of commerce. A ... |
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Hestan Culinary Honored with 2025 Red Dot Award for Provisions Chef’s Tools Collection
NAPA VALLEY, Calif. (June 10, 2025) – Hestan Culinary, the premium cookware brand designed with thoughtful innovation and meticulous craftsmanship for a lifetime of high-quality performance, is proud to announce it has received a 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award for its Provisions Chef’s Tools Collection, available in a 5, 6 or 8-piece set. This globally respected distinction highlights Hestan’s dedication to design innovation and performance, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in professional-grade culinary tools for both home and professional chefs. This prestigious recognition joins Hestan Culinary’s list of industry accolades, including the 2021 Red Dot Award for excellence in product design ... |
