Kitchen

Kraft Heinz Announces Updates to Executive Leadership Team

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Today, The Kraft Heinz Company (Nasdaq: KHC) (the “Company” or “Kraft Heinz”) announced new members of its Executive Leadership Team that will partner with Carlos Abrams-Rivera when he assumes the Chief Executive Officer role beginning in the 2024 fiscal year.

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  • Today, The Kraft Heinz Company (Nasdaq: KHC) (the “Company” or “Kraft Heinz”) announced new members of its Executive Leadership Team that will partner with Carlos Abrams-Rivera when he assumes the Chief Executive Officer role beginning in the 2024 fiscal year.
  • “Over the past four years under Miguel’s leadership, we’ve made great progress and now have a solid foundation to build our future,” said Carlos Abrams-Rivera, President of Kraft Heinz and incoming CEO.
  • Navio has been with Kraft Heinz since 2017, most recently in the role of President of Taste, Meals, and Away from Home in North America.
  • Prior to Kraft Heinz, Onell held various sales leadership roles at other consumer packaged goods companies, including Campbell’s and Mondelēz.

HEINZ® and World-Renowned Chef Marcus Samuelsson Elevate Up-and-Coming Black Chefs with New ‘Open Kitchen’ Series

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Kicking off in partnership with world-renowned chef, Marcus Samuelsson, past and current Black Kitchen Initiative grantees will take over restaurant kitchens for exclusive pop-up experiences.

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  • Kicking off in partnership with world-renowned chef, Marcus Samuelsson, past and current Black Kitchen Initiative grantees will take over restaurant kitchens for exclusive pop-up experiences.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231113466194/en/
    HEINZ kicks off Open Kitchen, a new event series from the brand’s Black Kitchen Initiative, in partnership with renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson.
  • The future is bright for each of them.”
    The Open Kitchen series is the latest program coming out of the HEINZ Black Kitchen Initiative.
  • For more information about the Open Kitchen series and the Black Kitchen Initiative visit @heinzbki, @leeinitiative and @srrj_coalition on Instagram.

Drury Hotels Company Earns Distinction in Forbes' First-Ever List of the Best Customer Service 2024

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drury Hotels Company, LLC, the Missouri-based, family-owned and operated company, has placed highest in the brand category for hotels in Forbes' first-ever list of the Best Customer Service 2024. Out of the top 300 U.S. brands that made the list, Drury Hotels came in at number 56 on the 2024 list.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drury Hotels Company , LLC, the Missouri-based, family-owned and operated company, has placed highest in the brand category for hotels in Forbes' first-ever list of the Best Customer Service 2024.
  • Out of the top 300 U.S. brands that made the list, Drury Hotels came in at number 56 on the 2024 list.
  • "This recognition from Forbes acknowledges our promise to provide outstanding customer service and best-in-class amenities to make our guests' stay easier and happier," said Chuck Drury, President & CEO of Drury Hotels Company, LLC.
  • With more than 150 hotels in 26 states, Drury Hotels and its more than 6,000 team members continually focus on providing exceptional service and value for guests.

Season of Giving: South University Charitable Initiatives Benefit the Pittsburgh Community

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- South University, an independent private university with 11 campuses across the United States and online learning for students nationwide, is proud to announce another holiday season of charitable giving in the Pittsburgh area. Over 300 administrative staff and faculty members of South University's online programs will work together to host for the 10th year a community toy drive and coordinate a major donation to Kitchen of Grace.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- South University, an independent private university with 11 campuses across the United States and online learning for students nationwide, is proud to announce another holiday season of charitable giving in the Pittsburgh area.
  • South's community outreach work in Pittsburgh is steered by South Cares, an employee-driven team of dedicated volunteers committed to supporting Pittsburgh families.
  • "South Cares has always stepped up and supported our community by directly impacting the needs of lower-income children and the nonprofits that serve them," said Valerie Arenth, Chair of South Cares.
  • Media interested in attending or covering the event may contact Adrian Plaisance, South University public relations coordinator, via email at [email protected] .

Merlot Marketing wins big at PRSA California Capital Chapter's Influence Awards

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Merlot Marketing, Inc. (Merlot), a leading agency in the public relations and marketing industry, has been awarded with several honors at the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) California Capital Chapter's annual Influence Awards.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Merlot Marketing, Inc. (Merlot) , a leading agency in the public relations and marketing industry, has been awarded with several honors at the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) California Capital Chapter's annual Influence Awards.
  • "We are grateful for the prestigious recognition from the PRSA California Capital Chapter," said Brenda Forman, President at Merlot Marketing.
  • Thank you to our incredible team and the PRSA California Capital Chapter for making this achievement possible."
  • CLICK TO TWEET: @MerlotMarketing's one-of-a-kind PR.0 program won them five Influence and Merit awards for impactful and creative public relations campaigns and tactics for clients at @PRSASacramento's annual Influence Awards.

FOXTROT MARKET & DOM'S KITCHEN & MARKET ANNOUNCE MERGER

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago-based food retailers, Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market (Dom's), are excited to announce an agreement in principle to merge their two companies. With a shared vision to redefine food shopping and dining experiences for the local communities they serve, this merger is just the beginning of a prosperous partnership that will bring thoughtfully curated products and experiences to consumers.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago-based food retailers, Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market (Dom's), are excited to announce an agreement in principle to merge their two companies.
  • Upon closing, the merger of Foxtrot Market and Dom's Kitchen & Market will fall under a new entity, Outfox Hospitality.
  • Liz Williams will become the CEO, leading all day-to-day operations for the company, with Don Fitzgerald serving as Dom's Kitchen & Market President & COO through a transition period.
  • Guggenheim Securities is acting as financial advisor to Foxtrot Market and Latham & Watkins is serving as the legal advisor.

ZLINE Expands Consumer Options in Recall of Gas Ranges; Serious Risk of Injury or Death from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Hazard: The oven of the gas ranges can emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide (CO) while in use, posing a serious risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.

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  • Hazard: The oven of the gas ranges can emit dangerous levels of carbon monoxide (CO) while in use, posing a serious risk of injury or death from carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Consumers who have not yet scheduled a repair as part of the recall should contact ZLINE for information regarding available remedies.
  • Consumers should review Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | CPSC.gov for more information about preventing carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Incidents/Injuries: Before the recall, ZLINE received 44 reports of carbon monoxide emission, including three reports of consumers seeking medical attention.

Master of Ceremonies Helps 10 Non-Profit Groups Raise Over $77 Million at 10 Fundraising Events in the Fall of 2023

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Monday, November 20, 2023

ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Adam Christing's website claims he is "The Emcee Who Makes Your Event Extraordinary." His clients seem to agree. This fall, Christing hosted fundraising events that raised more than $77 million for worthy non-profit organizations like The Boys & Girls Club of Transylvania County, Dordt University, and Agape International, an organization that rescues girls from trafficking in Cambodia.

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  • "The best corporate emcees and fundraising hosts work for you long before the event takes place.
  • With a master of ceremonies, you want more than a humorous host, you want someone who can help you think through every aspect of your program."
  • How does a local Boys & Girls Club raise $375,000 in a single night at their first gala fundraiser?
  • Westfall Gold has helped non-profit groups raise approximately $2 billion by producing major donor experience weekends for charitable orgs.

All Around the World, Disney Feeds Communities in Need this Thanksgiving

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

BURBANK, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the world, Disney is committed to giving to those in need. During this special time of year when people gather with loved ones, Disney is volunteering at local food banks and donating food from its kitchens to surrounding communities, sharing Thanksgiving meals as one of the many ways it makes a difference throughout the year.

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  • "Giving is who we are as part of the Disney family," said Chef Gregg Hannon, culinary director at Walt Disney World.
  • In 2023, Disney teams all around the world sought ways to give back to their communities, from donating food to packing Thanksgiving meals at local food banks to hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for Floridians in need cooked by Walt Disney World's very own chefs.
  • Nov. 23: On Thanksgiving, Disney VoluntEARS will also support We Give Thanks at the Honda Center to provide Thanksgiving meals to the community.
  • Disney VoluntEARS will serve those meals to residents on Thanksgiving Day – a tradition 25 years in the making.

Kitchen Basics® Brand Launches Its First Brand Partnerships with Cookbook Authors Natasha Greene, Kristina Cho and Recipe Developer Maxine Sharf

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kitchen Basics® Brand is announcing its first brand partnerships with cookbook author Natasha Greene, James Beard award-winning author Kristina Cho and recipe developer Maxine Sharf. Heading into the holidays, the brand hopes to encourage home cooks and chefs to taste how premium quality Kitchen Basics® stocks and bone broths can transform recipes by adding flavor to a variety of foods, from holiday favorites to unexpected dishes.

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  • WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kitchen Basics® Brand is announcing its first brand partnerships with cookbook author Natasha Greene, James Beard award-winning author Kristina Cho and recipe developer Maxine Sharf.
  • We are elated to be partnering with Natasha Greene, Kristina Cho and Maxine Sharf for our first ever Kitchen Basics campaign.
  • "We are elated to be partnering with Natasha Greene, Kristina Cho and Maxine Sharf for our first ever Kitchen Basics campaign," said Liam Farrell, Vice President of Marketing for the brand.
  • For more information, please visit www.kitchenbasics.com and check out Natasha Greene, Kristina Cho and Maxine Sharf on Instagram.