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The California Table Grape Commission is deeply saddened to share that Karen Hearn, vice president of marketing, passed away on November 24 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chestnut Hill Farms, one of the largest vertically integrated importers of fresh pineapples in North America with substantial farming operations in Costa Rica, announced leadership changes to its Executive Team and Advisory Board.

Subway, one of the world's largest restaurant brands, today announced that John Chidsey, Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will retire from the company at the end of 2024, after five years of exceptional leadership in the role.

Circana, a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, today announced that Stuart Aitken has been named President and CEO, effective January 1, 2025.

Heritage Grocers Group, a leading specialty grocer focused on serving the Hispanic community, is pleased to announce that Suzy Monford has assumed the role of CEO.

The Kroger Co. today announced that Stuart Aitken is stepping down as senior vice president, chief merchandising and marketing officer, to pursue other professional opportunities. Aitken will remain in his role at Kroger through December 31, 2024.

Doug Stalbaum, 45, joined the company in 2019 as director of business analysis and reporting, and was promoted to his current role, vice president and controller, in 2022.

Starting Dec. 2, Patrick Criteser will take on the CEO role from Nature Fresh Farms’ founder and owner, Peter Quiring.

As president of Naturipe Farms, Jim Roberts will be responsible for ensuring success of Naturipe’s core business functions and leading the executive team.

As vice president, avocados (international), Tommy Padilla will oversee the company’s international avocado operations and strategy