UNFI Announces Senior Management Team Changes

February 7, 2020 United Natural Foods

United Natural Foods announced a number of changes within the Company’s senior management team. The Company also disclosed that it has extended the employment agreement of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Steven L. Spinner through July 31, 2021.

UNFI Reaches Definitive Agreements to Sell 13 Shoppers Food Stores

December 16, 2019 United Natural Foods

In connection with the sale transactions, Shoppers intends to wind down operations at these locations, including the sale of any remaining inventory and closure of the stores prior to reopening under other banners.

Green Bay UNFI/SuperValu Workers Reject Contract, Authorize Strike to Keep Health Care Benefits

Drivers and warehouse workers at the UNFI distribution center in Ashwaubenon have authorized a strike in response to a contract dispute between the Teamsters and the Providence, Rhode Island-based wholesale food distributor.

UNFI Announces Management Changes

August 13, 2019 UNFI

Mike Zechmeister will resign his position as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 23, 2019, to pursue an opportunity outside the Company. John W. Howard has been appointed Interim Chief Financial Officer while the Company begins an internal and external search for Mr. Zechmeister’s permanent replacement. Mr. Howard joined UNFI in July as Senior Vice President, Finance and Accounting.

Silverland Bakery Now Partners With UNFI & Tony’s Fine Foods

August 5, 2019 Silverland Bakery

Tony’s Fine Foods has long carried our Natural Food Bars as well as our Sugar Free Bars. Beginning this past June UNFI/Tony’s brought in a larger selection from Silverland Bakery, including all of our Specialty Bars.