instore - March/April 2013 - (Page 12)

news ON OUR RADAR Thomas Douglass has been named Fortification Director for Caravan originality, taste and appearance. The top three contestants in each of Ingredients. In this marketing role, Douglass will be responsible the four categories will receive prizes. for the development and execution of category growth strategies within the Fortification Platform. In addition, he will work to identify business development opportunities to grow Caravan Ingredients’ The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized fortification business. ITW Food Equipment Group North America (ITW FEG) with a 2013 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award for its Douglass most recently joins Caravan continued leadership in protecting the environment through superior Ingredients from Glanbia Nutritionals, energy efficiency. ITW FEG’s accomplishments are to be recognized where he worked as a Sales Manager at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on March 26. An ENERGY revitalizing sales in their Eastern STAR Partner since 2008, this is the fourth year that the ITW FEG has Territory. Prior to this role, Douglass received the Sustained Excellence award. held executive leadership positions with Flavor & Fragrance Specialities The ITW FEG companies receiving recognition for leadership across and Allied Blending and Ingredients. the ENERGY STAR program are Hobart, Traulsen, Baxter, Stero, He brings to Caravan Ingredients 28 Vulcan, Wittco and Wolf. These companies offer a total of 512 ENERGY years of experience in the food industry. STAR qualified units and assist foodservice and grocery operators in their drive to increase energy efficiency through robust customer Mary Bentley, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development education and product-focused initiatives. for Caravan Ingredients said, “We look forward to Tom’s contributions to growing our position in the fortification market with his strong “As a leading foodservice equipment manufacturer and ENERGY blend of strategy and business development skills.” STAR partner, we remain committed to helping foodservice and grocery customers design and operate sustainable kitchens that are more efficient, productive and environmentally sound,” says Chris CSM Bakery Products is becoming a key ingredient in ending child- O’Herlihy, executive vice president, ITW FEG Worldwide. hood hunger by locally sponsoring Share Our Strength’s Baking Contest for No Kid Hungry on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Atlanta. United Supermarkets’ Market Street hosted a free Wedding Expo for couples on March 2 at 11 Market Street locations in north and west Lynn Kuczajda, Corporate Culinary Manager at CSM Bakery Products, Texas. Guests were greeted by a bride and groom in full wedding dress will represent the company by sitting on the judging panel during the and tuxedo, pointing them in the direction of the product samples and contest. “I’m very passionate about the industry and I’m really looking demonstrations from Market Street’s floral, cake and wedding catering forward to seeing the creativity of others in this field while also services that are designed to help simplify the planning process for supporting such a great cause,” Kuczajda says. couples seeking an unforgettable wedding. This kickoff event for Share Our Strength’s tenth annual Bake Sale Expert Market Street team members were on hand to discuss for No Kid Hungry will feature professional pastry chefs, amateurs, ideas, answer questions, give recommendations and schedule culinary students and children vying to win the title of “Atlanta’s individual consultations. Best Dessert.” All proceeds will benefit Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign, which is ending childhood hunger in this nation by “At Market Street, we want to help create a stress-free wedding plan- ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. ning experience for our guests complete with top-notch service and convenience,” says Wes Jackson, chief merchandising officer Guests attending the contest can sample the sweet creations of for United Supermarkets. “The Wedding Expo is our opportunity some of Atlanta’s best pastry chefs, sip delicious wines and bid in a to showcase Market Street’s total offerings and services. Whether silent auction. At the end of the evening, the entries will be judged on it’s an elegant bridal shower, a rehearsal dinner or the big wedding 12 • MAR + APR 2013 • instore

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of instore - March/April 2013

inStorebuyer - March/April 2013
Gear Up for Thanksgiving - Health Check
What's in store for November
Table of Contents
News - On Our Radar
Consumer Insights - Deli Prepared Foods
Trendspotting: Asian foods steal the show
Donuts
Trendspotting: Donuts for dessert?
Consider Seniors
Thanksgiving
What's for Breakfast
Cause Marketing
Product Trends
Product Showcase
Ad Index
Next Up: Gear Up for Dairy-Deli-Bake 2013

instore - March/April 2013