PFMA welcomes new board member
Jonathan Cruz, VP of Sales Support at Albertsons, joins PFMA Board of Directors The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association is pleased to welcome a new member to its Board of Directors. PFMA welcomes Jonathan Cruz, Vice President of Sales Support at Albertsons. “It is always a pleasure to welcome members of the food and beverage industries […]
PFMA welcomes new member to board of directors
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association is pleased to welcome a new member to its Board of Directors. PFMA welcomes David Simonetti, Senior Director of Store Operations and Business Operations for Wawa, Inc. “What a great addition to our board; it is always a pleasure to welcome members of the food and beverage industries to our […]
PFMA awards 2023 Thomas R. and Laura Ridge Scholarship to 27 deserving students
This year, scholarship winners earned a total of $67,500 toward their goals in higher education. Recipients are chosen by a panel of judges who review each applicant’s academic record, school, and community involvement, recommendations, and a submitted essay. “Kudos to this year’s Ridge Scholars, who represent some of our brightest young adults,” said Alex Baloga, […]
PFMA welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors
Jess Reese Tim Murray Keith Martin The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association is pleased to share that three new members are joining its Board of Directors. PFMA welcomes Jess Reese, VP of Sales, Small Format and Value for UTZ Snacks; Tim Murray, Manager, Industry Engagement for Altria Group Distribution Company; and Keith Martin, Director of Business […]
PFMA highlights, trends, and updates in food retail during Annual Conference 2023
Pennsylvania food and beverage industry leaders gathered at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square during a two-day Annual Conference hosted by the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) earlier this week. “Our Annual Conference provides valuable time for us to connect with our members and sponsors to discuss what is happening in the food and beverage […]
Ryleigh Tillotson of Northampton named 2023 DECA Scholar by PFMA
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) chose Ryleigh Tillotson, a Northampton High School Senior, as the recipient of a $1,000 Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Scholarship. Tillotson has been a member of DECA for 4 years and credits her involvement in the club for shaping her career aspirations. She has taken advantage of countless […]
PFMA welcomes pair to association Board of Directors
Tom Gumkowski Jason Bassett The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors. PFMA welcomes Thomas Gumkowski, Vice President of Business Development for Tripifoods, Inc., and Jason Bassett, Director of Government Affairs for Sheetz. “We are extremely excited and grateful to add these two […]
PFMA promotes Michael Howells to vice president of association services
Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) has announced the promotion of Michael Howells to the position of Vice President of Association Services. Since first joining PFMA in 2020 Howells has served as the Association Service Manager and was promoted to Director of Research and Association Services in 2021. During that time Howells assisted PFMA members with […]
PFMA welcomes Erica Koup Logsdon new director of communications and media relations
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) is proud to announce that Erica Koup Logsdon, a seasoned community engagement, marketing, and communications expert in local retail and business, has joined the association as the director of communications and media relations. In this role, Erica will manage the association’s monthly and annual publications, biweekly podcast, social channels, […]
PFMA launches Season 4 of Shelf Confidence podcast Jan. 25
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association kicks off the fourth season of its Shelf Confidence podcast this week, sharing member interviews that focus on trends and innovations in food and beverage retail. “This industry is ripe for innovation. Our members are constantly creating new ways to meet customer needs and improve the food retail landscape,” said Alex […]