Markon Hosts 19th Annual Markon Summit in Monterey, California

August 22, 2024 Markon

The Markon Summit, renowned for its focus on fresh produce, featured an engaging program designed to deepen attendees’ understanding of produce through various activities. Participants enjoyed tours of the Salinas Valley and engaged in educational sessions aimed at enhancing their produce knowledge and skills.

Ben E. Keith Manufacturing Repositions Under Keith Valley Packing Company

January 4, 2024 Ben E. Keith

Ben E. Keith Manufacturing repositioned under a new parent name, Keith Valley Packing Company (KVPC), beginning January 1. KVPC will serve all current Ben E. Keith Foods manufacturing divisions, the products from these divisions, and any future expansion and acquisitions.

Ben E. Keith Foods Announces Acquisition of Orrell’s Food Service

June 2, 2023 Ben E. Keith Foods

Ben E. Keith Foods proudly announces the purchase of Orrell’s Food Service, Inc. The acquisition, includes all assets of Orrell’s Food Service – – including the 106,000 square foot distribution center in Linwood, NC, as well as JEM Foods, Inc., a meat processing plant, also located in Linwood.  This acquisition will create the tenth division of Ben E. Keith Foods across 19 states.

Ben E. Keith Foods Names Aimee Lakotas as Vice President of Marketing

September 14, 2022 Ben E. Keith Foods

A 25-year marketing veteran, with vast experience in strategic marketing and brand building, Lakotas will report to David Werner, Senior Vice President, Independent Sales and Marketing. She will join the company effective September 7, 2022.

Ben E. Keith Foods Announces Acquisition of Florida Food Service

February 4, 2022 Ben E. Keith Foods

Ben E. Keith Foods proudly announces its purchase of Florida Food Service, Inc. The acquisition, which closed February 2, 2022, includes all assets of Florida Food Service – – including the 86,000 square foot distribution center in Gainesville, Fla. This acquisition will create the ninth division of Ben E. Keith Foods across 15 states.