All People articles – Page 18
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NewsWalker’s Shortbread names new managing director
Fourth-generation family business member Nicky Walker has taken up the MD position for the Scottish biscuit maker, with his uncle James stepping aside from day-to-day duties
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NewsBells of Lazonby welcomes new managing director
Former Aldi group buying director Tim Conder takes over from Michael Bell, who will be moving to lead the supervisory board of the company
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NewsBrakes CEO Mahoney to replace Healy at Samworth Brothers
The Ginsters owner’s current group chief executive is to retire this year, with the transition likely to occur in April 2022
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NewsPret pay rise breaks £10 an hour barrier for 6,900 staff
The coffee chain has announced plans to invest over £9.2m in staff pay, just four months after awarding shop workers a 5% increase
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FeatureBakery leaders assess the sector for 2022: part 2
In the second of a two-part series, British Baker asks representatives of Baker & Baker, Bako Group, Dawn Foods and Bakers Basco to predict the challenges and opportunities the industry will be presented with over the next 12 months
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NewsGreggs names new CEO as Roger Whiteside announces retirement
The news, which will see retail and property director Roisin Currie step up following the AGM in May 2022, comes as Greggs reveals its Q4 sales figures
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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
