Events

National Restaurant Association Meets on Capitol Hill to Convey Industry's Concerns
Continuing its efforts to mitigate the economic aftermath of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the National Restaurant Association on Tuesday met with a number of the nation's top elected officials to convey the effect of the tragedies on many of the nation's restaurants and their employees.
Priceline.com Chairman Richard S. Braddock Cancels Stock Sale
Priceline.com chairman and CEO Richard S. Braddock announced on Friday that he has cancelled plans to sell shares of priceline.com stock over the next 12 months and has elected instead to purchase 750,000 additional shares through the exercise of stock options.

Supermarket Sales Rise in Wake of Terrorist Attacks

The terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon have caused consumers in the Northeast to forego eating in restaurants and return to supermarkets, increasing sales of home meal replacement items and comfort foods.
ConAgra Foods Reports Strong Results, Progress With Year's Key Initiatives

ConAgra Foods, one of the world's largest packaged food companies, reported record first quarter sales and earnings for the period ending August 26, 2001.
Progressive Grocer and Supermarket Business Honor Industry's Efforts

Progressive Grocer and Supermarket Business would like to offer our thanks to the supermarket companies who are contributing to the relief efforts in New York and Washington.
The Pepsi Bottling Group Names John T. Cahill CEO

The Pepsi Bottling Group on Wednesday announced that its Board of Directors has elected John T. Cahill, 44, CEO. The Board also approved the promotion of Eric J. Foss, 43, to president of PBG North America.
United President Makes Statement on Produce Industry's Response to National Tragedy

United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association President and CEO Tom Stenzel made a statement on Monday thanking the produce industry for its support to victims of last week's tragic events.
EBay Announces 'Auction for America' Challenge to Raise $100 Million

Governor George E. Pataki and Mayor Rudolph Giuliani on Monday announced that, in response to their call for support, eBay has created "Auction for America," an interactive way for people around the world to help the victims and families of Tuesday's horrific terrorist attacks.
Food, Beverage and CPG Companies Continue Contributions to Disaster Relief Efforts

In the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, the member companies of the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA) continue efforts to provide major financial contributions as well as truckloads of food, beverages and other essential needs for the victims of this tragedy.
American Heroes Fund Continues at Giant Food

To date, Giant Food stores in the Baltimore/Washington area and their Super G division stores serving the Delaware valley region have collected over $250,000 for the company's American Heroes Fund.

National Restaurant Association Meets on Capitol Hill to Convey Industry's Concerns

Priceline.com Chairman Richard S. Braddock Cancels Stock Sale

Supermarket Sales Rise in Wake of Terrorist Attacks

ConAgra Foods Reports Strong Results, Progress With Year's Key Initiatives

Progressive Grocer and Supermarket Business Honor Industry's Efforts

The Pepsi Bottling Group Names John T. Cahill CEO

United President Makes Statement on Produce Industry's Response to National Tragedy

EBay Announces 'Auction for America' Challenge to Raise $100 Million

Food, Beverage and CPG Companies Continue Contributions to Disaster Relief Efforts

American Heroes Fund Continues at Giant Food