Two Publix Vice Presidents Plan Retirement

October 9, 2024 Publix

After 46 years of dedicated service, Vice President of Industrial Maintenance and Industrial Operations Purchasing Randy Barber has announced his decision to retire at the end of this year. Additionally, after more than a decade of dedicated service, Vice President of Facilities Bob McGarrity has also announced his decision to retire at the end of 2024.

Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $1M to Support Disaster Relief Following Hurricane Helene

October 1, 2024 Publix

Publix is activating a companywide donation campaign to allow customers and associates to help people affected by the storm. Donations may be made in any amount at checkout. The end date of the campaign will be based on customer response.

Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $11M to Continue its Commitment to Help Feed Neighbors in Need

September 19, 2024 Publix

These funds will help support organizations, including weekend backpack programs, food pantries and meal delivery programs. A portion of the donation will also help purchase 15 vehicles and supporting equipment for Feeding America partner food banks, allowing them to bring food to the people they serve. This brings PSMC’s total investment to help end hunger to over $63 million since 2015.

Baldor Specialty Foods Opens New 100,000-Square-Foot Facility to Expand Regional Operations in Washington, D.C. Area

September 17, 2024 Baldor Specialty Foods

This expansion represents a significant investment in Baldor’s growing operations in the Washington, D.C. metro area, and enhances its ability to serve customers across Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. The new facility, which includes 35 dock doors and state-of-the-art refrigeration and frozen storage capabilities, will enable Baldor to scale its operations, increase delivery efficiencies and continue its tradition of sourcing fresh, local products.  The facility will also support local employment, with 140 employees at present and plans to hire many more, including drivers and warehouse staff.

Publix Reaches Milestone, Donating 100 Million Pounds of Produce to Help Feed Neighbors in Need

May 15, 2024 Publix

Publix has donated 100 million pounds of produce to Feeding America partner food banks, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to help feed neighbors facing food insecurity. The company began purchasing produce in 2020 at the height of the pandemic to help struggling farmers and provide additional fresh fruits and vegetables to its food bank partners.