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| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: DATE: September 10, 2024 |
CONTACT: Kathy Sautter 716 635 5577 |
| TOPS PRODUCE MANAGER TO RECEIVE THE 2024 RETAIL PRODUCE MANAGER AWARD FROM IFPA | |
| (Williamsville, NY) – Brad Franklin, produce manager for Tops Friendly Markets in Towanda, PA will receive the 2024 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Award. For their commitment to fresh produce, innovative merchandising, community service, and customer satisfaction, Brad is one of only 20 produce managers nationwide being recognized from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) with this high distinction. "Brad is a seasoned produce manager who just continues to get better year after year. As the produce department continues to evolve into what the 2024 consumer wants, Brad has the ability to over deliver," said Jeff Cady, vice president of produce and Floral for Northeast Shared Services, under the parent company Northeast Grocery Inc. which serves Tops and Price Chopper/Market 32. “These prestigious awards are a shining example of IFPA’s commitment to grow prosperity for companies in the global fresh produce supply chain while creating a vibrant future for all,” Watson added. “Our recognition of the pivotal role produce managers play for their companies and the produce industry wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of Robinson Fresh.” The winners will be recognized at IFPA’s 2024 Global Produce and Floral Show, next month in Atlanta, GA, five produce managers taking home the coveted Grand Prize Winner award. Brad started with Penn Traffic (which was later acquired by Tops) in 1994. He is a resident of Monroeton, PA. Recognizing Excellence: As IFPA honors Brad on his outstanding accomplishment, it also is an ideal opportunity for Tops to shine the light on so many of our other outstanding produce managers within the company including: West Produce Manager of the Year, Dan Fisher (Liberty, PA) Buffalo East – Ted Elliott (East Aurora, NY) Buffalo North – Ray Sherman (Medina, NY) Buffalo South – Aaron Brown (Dunkirk, NY) Buffalo Central - Darryl Gregoire (Williamsville, NY) -continued- East Produce Manager of the Year & IFPA Winner - Brad Franklin (Towanda, PA) Syracuse/Northeast - Joe Stagnitti (Canastota, NY) Fingerlakes/Syracuse West - John Davis (Farmington, NY) North County- Kia Lapier (Schroon Lake, NY) Rochester - Dave Lambert (Avon, NY) About Tops Friendly Markets Headquartered in Williamsville, NY, Tops Markets operates a robust network of 152 grocery stores spanning New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont, including one franchise location. As one of Western New York’s largest employers, and with over 14,000 associates across its entire footprint, Tops is committed to delivering sustainably sourced, premium-quality products. Beyond retail, Tops is committed to the communities it serves through initiatives focused on hunger relief, health improvement, youth education, and environmental sustainability. Discover more at www.topsmarkets.com.
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