TRENTON — The New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) introduced the 2020 Leadership Development Class last week at the Food Council Committee for Good Government (FCCfGG) Annual “Good Government” Breakfast. During the presentation, the outgoing class was recognized with a special gift as they graduated from the year long program.
“We are very excited for this upcoming group of rising stars in the food industry who we believe will play an important role in the future of the Food Council,” said NJFC Linda Doherty. “The NJ food industry continues to enhance the public policy perspective of these future leaders and we are committed to sharing a unique experience and insight into government and business partnerships.”
Additionally, Jessica Scaduto of Foodtown/Food Circus will take the helm as Chair of the Leadership Development Program and Matthew Lipowski of Bimbo Bakeries will become Vice Chair. Howie Kent of Krasdale Foods was recognized at the Breakfast for his outstanding work as outgoing Chair of the program and for mentoring these future food industry leaders.
Launched in 2014, the Food Council Leadership Development Program provides training for future leaders who have a passion for working in the food industry, possess an interest in the dynamics and trends of government, and want to make a difference in the direction of the industry. Below are the members of the 2020 NJFC Leadership Development class:
Perry Blatt Village Supermarkets
Sean Bruno Bimbo Bakeries
Nicole Burke Stop & Shop Supermarkets
Kimberly Friel Wakefern Food Corporation
Caitlyn Gilligan Kings Food Markets
Jenna Kanterman KraftHeinz
Dan Lexandra Krasdale Foods
Ben Murphy Unilever
Nicole Scaduto Food Circus Supermarkets
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