Detroit’s Metropolitan Baking Company Announces Major Expansion of its Hamtramck Facility

One of Hamtramck’s oldest and most successful companies, Metropolitan Baking Company, is spreading its wings. The 78-year-old firm, which started operations in 1945 in two homes with a garage in back, is adding 30,000-sq. ft. on its 20-acre property. At the same time the firm is adding 25 employees to bring its total headcount to more than 125.

Alliance For Fair Sugar Policy: Government Accountability Office Report Calls for Reforms to the U.S. Sugar Program

The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report detailing the impact of the U.S. sugar program on American consumers, food manufacturers, and sugar producers. The report confirmed that the U.S. sugar program is creating supply shortages for domestic food production and contributing to higher costs for manufacturers, workers, and American families. Further, the study found that the program is a net drag on the U.S. economy, ultimately costing consumers more than sugar producers benefit.

Sodexo Announces Molly Matthews as Chief Operating Officer for U.S. Healthcare & Seniors Divisions

November 7, 2023 Sodexo

Sodexo announces the appointment of Molly Matthews as Chief Executive Officer for Sodexo’s U.S. Healthcare and Seniors divisions, replacing Stuart Winters who is returning to his native Australia.

IFMA Announces Changes for 2024

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) reviewed its new long-range plan today during the association’s 2023 Presidents Conference in Scottsdale, AZ. The plan, titled Level Up 2027, contains some notable changes to the group’s membership policy and promises benefit updates to match.

Core-Mark Offers New Mighty Marked Tub-Sized Snacking and Candy Options

Performance Food Group Company’s Convenience division, Core-Mark, is excited to announce the rollout of our newly launched Mighty MarkedTM branded snack and candy tubs. Joining the Mighty MarkedTM peg line, the candy and snack tub options are available in 17 different flavors from chocolate-covered nuts, dried fruit, and sour sweets to gummy candies and more.