The Southeastern Produce Council kicked off a morning of educational sessions with “The Prime Directive: Food Waste & Nutrition Insecurity.” Hosting the conversation was moderator Pete Pearson, global initiative lead of food circulatory at the World Wildlife Fund, who set an important tone for the morning reminding the audience that an estimated 30-40 percent of food goes to waste and represents the largest category of material placed in landfills.
After 30 years of dedicated service to Harris Teeter and a total of 47 years in the industry, Mark Hilton, vice president of produce merchandising has announced he will retire Nov. 30 this year.
Hilton began his career with Harris Teeter in 1992 as manager of produce merchandising, was promoted to director of produce and floral in 1995 and in 2001 was named vice president of produce and floral.
Gee Whiz has hired Rebecca Meyers as its eastern regional account manager.
To further support its branded identity and to increase the production of its quality fruit, the company is focused on its mission to produce the best eating fruit in the world. It said every team member has a passion for the quality of Gee Whiz fruit. To execute its mission, the hiring of an eastern regional account manager is essential to the growth of the Gee Whiz brand.