Dole announced the appointment of Mike Secor as vice president of marketing, Americas and the expansion of Stacy Smoot's current executive sales role into vice president, retail and foodservice sales. Secor and Smoot succeed previous Vice President of Marketing Nora Witt and Vice President of Foodservice Stuart McAllister, who announced their retirements in 2024.  

Procurant, a leading collaborative software platform for retail grocers, has been chosen by Associated Food Stores (AFS) to be a core component of their compliance solution for FSMA Rule 204 reporting and traceability. The selection enables AFS to meet the FDA’s enhanced food safety requirements, set to take effect in January 2026, leveraging Procurant’s innovative traceability and procurement capabilities.

Stop & Shop has launched its innovative Savings Station kiosks, designed to make digital couponing more accessible to all customers. This initiative ensures that every Stop & Shop customer can take advantage of the store’s weekly circular digital coupons and personalized offers, regardless of whether they have access to smartphones or the internet.

The Kroger Co. announced its succession plan for its chief financial officer. David Kennerley, senior vice president and CFO for PepsiCo Europe, will succeed Todd Foley as senior vice president and CFO, effective April 3.

Allegiance Retail Services President and Chief Operating Officer Joseph Fantozzi has been named 2025 Person of the Year by the Catholic Institute of the Food Industry. The recognition was celebrated at a dinner attended by 235 industry professionals at the Garden City Hotel in Garden City, Long Island, NY.

CIFI, established in 1946, recognizes leaders in the food industry who demonstrate exceptional commitment to charitable giving and community service. The organization’s selection of Fantozzi reflects his dedication to these values and his industry leadership.