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UNFI Recasts Senior Leadership

CEO Steven Spinner's contract is extended, while Eric Dorne is named COO; John Howard is appointed CFO. The company is also seeking a new chief supply chain officer as it navigates a tumultuous transformation.

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Obituary: Michael Wright, Former Supervalu CEO

After careers in football and law, Wright was CEO for Supervalu from 1981-2000, overseeing a period of expansive growth for the wholesaler.

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David Sisk Named President of SpartanNash MDV Military Division

By WGB Staff on Jan. 28, 2020

He replaces Kathleen Mahoney, who will continue in her roles as EVP and chief legal officer.

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Bunzl Acquires Joshen Paper & Packaging

By WGB Staff on Jan. 15, 2020

Deal enables companies to eye new growth avenues and improved services.

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Building a New Mindset About Food Waste

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 08, 2020

Solving the food waste issues of today will be the difference between operators surviving or shutting their doors in the future.

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Teamsters Strike Indiana UNFI Warehouse

By Jon Springer on Dec. 13, 2019

The walk-off could affect distribution to grocery stores in 6 Midwest states, but UNFI pledges "robust contingency plans."

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Michael Castagnetto Takes Helm at Robinson Fresh

By WGB Staff on Dec. 13, 2019

C.H. Robinson executive succeeds Jim Lemke at the global produce marketer and distributor.

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How SpartanNash Turned Retail Comps Positive—for the First Time

By Kat Martin on Dec. 12, 2019

CFO Mark Shamber discusses how the retailer's recent moves in both distribution and retail have paid off.

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C&S Wholesale to Open Warehouse in Pacific Northwest

By Kat Martin on Dec. 05, 2019

The state-of-the-art facility is expected to open in summer 2020, expanding the wholesaler’s operations into the region.

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KeHE Introduces Diversity Initiative

By WGB Staff on Dec. 03, 2019

The new DiverseTrade program will help woman-, minority-, LGBT- and veteran-owned companies navigate the distribution system.

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