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Fresh Del Monte Produce names Gold vice president/chief marketing officer
March 31, 2020
Elana Gold Fresh Del Monte Produce has named Elana Gold as vice president and chief marketing officer, according to a press release. She will lead…
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Federal directive calls convenience services ‘essential’ during COVID-19 shutdown: What it means to you
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Convenience services have been designated "essential" services to the country's critical infrastructure under a federal directive during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Federal CARES Act provides relief to businesses hurt by COVID-19
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act offers major financial support for companies impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Business and…
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Foodservice distributors praise passage of CARES Act, say more is needed
March 30, 2020
The International Foodservice Distributors Association is applauding the government's passage of the CARES Act, but Mark Allen, president and CEO of the…
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Compass Group North America places some associates on temporary leave
March 30, 2020
Compass Group North America has placed some associates in all business functions on temporary leave or furlough in order to prevent job losses resulting from…
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Webinar to offer guidance on controlling COVID-19 in food facilities
March 26, 2020
During a free webinar at 12:30 p.m. ET Friday, former FDA Chief Medical Officer David Acheson will update the food industry on ways to control the coronavirus…
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US Foods teams with C&S Wholesale Grocers to alleviate worker shortage caused by COVID-19
March 25, 2020
C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. and US Foods Holding Corp. have partnered to combat job and food insecurities amid the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the…
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C&S Vending announces food delivery services to aid essential workers
March 25, 2020
C&S Vending Company, Inc., based in Faribault, Minnesota, has increased food delivery services in the greater Minneapolis and St. Paul area to support…
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Yelp findings show consumer interests in pandemic-stricken US
March 25, 2020
Yelp released its Coronavirus Economic Impact Report that shows some consumer trends developing amidst the nation's fight against COVID-19 infections…
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National Restaurant Show canceled due to COVID-19 safety concerns
March 24, 2020
The National Restaurant Association is canceling this year's show citing concerns regarding the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
read nowNAMA cancels 2020 show in Nashville
March 23, 2020
The National Automatic Merchandising Association has canceled its 2020 show planned for May 6-8 at Music City Center in Nashville, NAMA President and CEO Carla…
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Foodservice distributors estimate losses of $24B in 3 months
March 23, 2020
The foodservice industry is hurting and so are its food distributors, who are expected to lose $24 billion over the next three months alone as the pandemic…
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Convenience services operators, suppliers sharpen safety focus
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Convenience services operators and suppliers are fine tuning their safety and sanitation practices to protect the health of their customers and employees in…
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March 20, 2020
Texas consumers have filed 756 complaints of price gouging related to the coronavirus pandemic, according to an NBC 5 report. The state's consumer protection…
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Wawa suspends self-serve beverages due to coronavirus
March 20, 2020
Wawa, the East Coast convenience store chain, has suspended self-service coffee and fountain beverages on account of the coronavirus pandemic, the company said…
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NAMA CEO urges President and Congress to recognize convenience services in addressing coronavirus
March 20, 2020
Carla Balakgie, president and CEO of the National Automatic Merchandising Association, has sent a letter to the President, congressional leaders as well…
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Aramark confirms its ability to serve customers during coronavirus pandemic
March 20, 2020
Aramark, a global foodservice contractor, released a statement emphasizing its financial ability to withstand what it called the rapidly changing market…
read nowFoodservice organizations partner to ensure retailers receive food deliveries
March 19, 2020
The International Foodservice Distributors Association and FMI-Food Industry Association have created a program to connect foodservice distributors that have…
read nowDel Monte Foods names PepsiCo/Frito Lay veteran Stis as VP
March 19, 2020
David Stis Del Monte Foods Inc. has named David Stis as senior vice president and chief customer officer, responsible for company sales in all…
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Some COVID-19 aid for foodservice now a reality, more coming
March 19, 2020
After signing the coronavirus relief package into law late Wednesday, restaurateurs and the people they employ are all waiting to see how the aid will help…
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