Foster Farms' president and CEO Ron Foster announced plans to step down from his current position, but will continue his role as owner and director of the private, family-owned company.
The Food Marketing Institute hired Margaret Edgell Core as vice president of industry events, responsible for leading the organization’s annual event, FMI Connect, the Global Food Retail Experience, and ensuring the event continues to grow.
Sabra Dipping Co. appointed Shali Shalit-Shoval as chief executive officer, replacing Ronen Zohar, who retired in August after seven years in the position.
Fred Ehle was tapped as McDonald's first vice president, customer officer, focusing on customer insights engaging with customers in a more powerful and relevant manner.
Upon completion of Tyson Foods’ merger with The Hillshire Brands Co., Sean Connolly, former Hillshire president and CEO, announced his resignation to pursue other interests.
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, and producer of the PACK EXPO portfolio of tradeshows, hired Gerardo Barajas as director of EXPO PACK events. Meanwhile, the Refrigerated Foods Association, promoted Megan Levin to executive director.