All People articles – Page 16
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FeatureBakery leaders assess the sector for 2022: part 1
In the first of a two-part series, British Baker asks leaders from Finsbury Food Group, CSM Ingredients, British Bakels and Puratos UK to predict the challenges and opportunities the next 12 months will bring for the industry
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NewsPuratos boosts marketing and R&D teams with new appointments
Andrea Felician joins the company as R&D manager for sourdough, while Ben Ledger takes up the position of marketing manager for bakery
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NewsPuratos appoints new CEO and chairman of the board
Pierre Tossut is stepping into the role of CEO while Cédric van Belle will become chairman of the board as they aim to boost group turnover to €5bn by 2030
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NewsPan’Artisan sales & marketing director promoted to MD
David Jones takes up his new role at a time of ‘significant capital investment’ for the foodservice dough maker
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NewsMacphie chairman recognised at family business awards
Alastair Macphie received the Outstanding Contribution Award at The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards for his efforts in driving the business’ sustainability agenda
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NewsBako South Eastern MD Nick Harris to retire
The food distribution and manufacturing stalwart will bow out after spending three years in the position, Bako Group has announced
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NewsMiss Macaroon founder wins Natwest Everywoman award
Rosie Ginday MBE of the Birmingham-based social enterprise received the award for her helping young people and ex-offenders gain retail and kitchen experience
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NewsJones Village Bakery seeks school leavers with new campaign
The Wrexham-based bakery has kicked off a campaign to recruit school leavers aged 16 and 17 to its ranks
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OpinionBSB's Mark Young on why efficiency will be key for bakers in 2022
The chairman of the British Society of Baking believes efficiency, automation and NPD will stand bakers in good stead for 2022
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InterviewCornish Bakery boss: bakery is the new coffee shop
Steve Grocutt speaks to British Baker about his aspirations for the future, including doubling turnover and reaching 100 sites in the next five years
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NewsBakkavor awards pay rise to ‘majority’ of UK factory staff
The manufacturer said the increase had been planned for some time, although the union Unite is claiming victory in negotiations
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NewsWrights Food Group donates to FareShare ahead of Christmas
The Crewe-based business is donating mince pies, sausage rolls and ready meals to the food redistribution charity
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NewsGreencore CEO Patrick Coveney to join SSP in March
Coveney replaces Simon Smith as group CEO and will join on the business on 31 March 2022, while Gary Kennedy and Kevin Moore will step up at Greencore until a replacement is found
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OpinionAlasdair Smith on why bakery is optimistic for 2022
The chief executive of Scottish Bakers, notes a positive outlook in a bakery sector that continues to innovate and adapt despite challenges with staffing and costs
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OpinionWhy we should celebrate the drivers who keep bakery moving
Paul Empson, general manager at Bakers Basco, spent an early morning shift with a Hovis driver and concluded it’s time to give recognition to the delivery workers whose tireless efforts ensure the industry runs smoothly
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NewsHiggidy unveils new marketing chief along with ad campaign
New marketing director Sarah Jackson joins the savoury pastry brand as it takes its first steps into above the line advertising
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NewsBako welcomes new senior commodities buyer
The Preston-headquartered bakery products distributor has appointed Abigail Blackburn to the role following the retirement of Frank Wade
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NewsSynergy Asia CEO to take responsibility for European markets
Sebastiano Pagano will assume the remit of Steve Morgan, current CEO of Synergy Flavours Europe, who will be leaving parent company Carbery Group at the end of the year
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InterviewGinsters MD Sam Mitchell on how to revolutionise savoury pastries
Seventy percent of consumers want innovation, according to the MD, and they don’t mind paying more for it. Here’s how Ginsters is using NPD to tap into this
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AnalysisHow can retail bakery conquer staff shortages?
With record vacancies and Greggs CEO Roger Whiteside highlighting issues with staff numbers, can food-to-go firms ‘up their game’ when it comes to recruitment and retention?