Core-Mark dishes on evolution of quick service restaurant food
C-stores are in the midst of a food revolution, and Core-Mark International is helping its customers meet the need. Kristin Willis, director of sales chain accounts at Core-Mark, joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast to talk about the evolution in quick service restaurant food and what flavors they’re introducing to the convenience store scene. Don’t forget […]
How Seltzer’s 4th generation is building on its strong foundation
For 120 years, Seltzer’s Smokehouse Meats has produced its famed Lebanon Bologna with Old World style. Now in its 4th generation, the family business is rolling out new products and services to appeal to customers. Perry Smith, business and sales consultant at Seltzer’s, joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast to share the latest—and tell us how […]
Sheetz’s bright IDEA: Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility
Sheetz shares its bright IDEA with Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast, focusing on how businesses of any size can incorporate inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility into their own corporate culture. Thanks to Erin Matosziuk and Daillard Paris, co-leads of the Sheetz IDEA initiative, for joining us! If you enjoy Shelf Confidence, please subscribe and share. […]
Doing good for people, the planet and pets with General Mills
For more than 50 years, General Mills has produced a Global Responsibility report, focused on doing good for the community, the planet and our pets. Drew Felz, government affairs representative for General Mills, joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast to share the company’s advances in sustainability and regenerative agriculture. Check out the Global Responsibility report, https://globalresponsibility.generalmills.com, […]
From preventative maintenance to greater sustainability with BFC Solutions
Staying ahead of equipment maintenance not only gives it a longer life, it helps your organization’s overall sustainability efforts. Frank Lord, vertical leader for BFC Solutions, joins PFMA’s Shelf Confidence to share how regular equipment checks lead to cost savings, improved efficiency and greater sustainability. Learn more by reaching out to Frank at [email protected], or visit BFC […]
Westfield Egg Farm—How a household staple can lead to a lifelong journey
Kicking off Season 3 of Shelf Confidence, Paul Myers, marketing and communication specialist for Westfield Egg Farm, shares how its brands Nature’s Yoke and Utopihen Farms focus on health, ethical farming and sustainability. What starts with a simple egg leads customers down a lifelong journey. Reach out to Paul at [email protected] or visit westfieldeggfarm.com to learn more. If you enjoy Shelf Confidence, […]
Gerrity’s honors its past, while preparing for its future
With his love for food and people, Joe Fasula is made for grocery retail. The owner of Gerrity’s Supermarket joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association’s Shelf Confidence podcast to talk about their roots in northeast Pennsylvania, adapting to meet the needs of customers, being honest with the community and planning for the future. Thank you to all of our […]
How Stewart’s Spiked is borrowing from beer’s playbook
Tony Gaines, CEO of Stewart’s Enterprises Inc., has years of experience in the beverage alcohol industry, CPG, distribution and more. On Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast, he shares how he’s tapping into beer’s playbook to bring an iconic American soda into the adult beverage category with Stewart’s Spiked. Visit stewartspiked.com or contact [email protected] for more information. If […]
Charley’s talks benefits of being an independent grocer
As the fourth generation to operate Charley Family Shop ‘N Save, Tom Charley is a community fixture. Tom joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast to explain how years of experience, longtime relationships and a strong network (and the willingness to take some risks) add to the benefits and advantages of working as an independent […]
How family and community drive decisions at Rutter’s
With its roots dating back 270-years in Pennsylvania, Rutter’s understands the significance of staying connected with its community. Chris Hartman of Rutter’s joins Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association‘s Shelf Confidence podcast this week to chat about the ways family and community drive decisions at Rutter’s. If you enjoy Shelf Confidence, please subscribe and share. Thanks for listening!