Forbes' list of most powerful women includes CPG chiefs

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August 25, 2011 News for the food, beverage and consumer packaged goods industry   Company Watch    ConAgra chief encourages innovation, brand excitement In a Supermarket News video interview during the GMA Executive Conference, ConAgra CEO Gary Rodkin said food makers must work to "make the business more exciting for people." He said savings from improved productivity should be invested in innovation and marketing, "so we can capture a little bit more interest from the consumer." MediaPost Communications/Marketing Daily (8/24)        Unilever reaches deal to sell Alberto VO5, Rave brands Private-equity group Brynwood Partners has reached an agreement to purchase from Unilever the Alberto VO5 hair-care brand in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and the Rave brand globally. Unilever was required by U.S. regulators to divest the brands as part of its May 2010 acquisition of the Alberto Culver Co. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (8/24)      Kimberly-Clark sets goal for green products Kimberly-Clark said it wants environmentally friendly products to account for 25% of sales by 2015, up from 10%. The company, which makes Kleenex tissues and Huggies diapers, had net sales of $19.7 billion in 2010, with green products accounting for $2 billion. The Dallas Morning News (subscription required) (8/23)      Other News Chiquita partners with USDA on MyPlate program Progressive Grocer (8/24)      The business phone system market is constantly changing. Vendors are battling for your business with expanded feature sets and competitive pricing. How do you know which system is right for your enterprise-class business? Focus Experts have just completed a comprehensive guide for 2011 to help you assess your needs and choose a phone system that fits.   Trends    Forbes' list of most powerful women includes CPG chiefs Making Forbes' list of the World's Most Powerful Women were PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi (No. 4), Kraft CEO Irene Rosenfeld (No. 10), Archer Daniels Midland CEO Patricia Woertz (No. 45) and Campbell CEO Denise Morrison (No. 80). Forbes (8/24)      Whitepaper: Graduating from Quickbooks to Cloud Financials and Accounting Do you depend on complicated spreadsheets for reporting, have limited visibility into your financial information or have offices in multiple locations? You may be ready to graduate to a more sophisticated financial management solution. Learn how cloud computing can help your organization increase productivity and efficiency Download Now!   Supply Chain Management    Fleet managers drive home recruitment message As baby boomers start to retire, companies are under pressure to hire and retain younger drivers. Many are college graduates and think they are overqualified for a driving career, but they may be convinced by a discussion of the salary, benefits and quality of life. FoodLogistics.com (8/15)      The risks associated with energy are both dangerous and profit-killing. Know the risks and learn how to protect against them with Zurich's FREE energy safety guide!   Advertising & Marketing    Food-truck trend comes with marketing lessons Food trucks comes with several key marketing lessons, starting with the glamor and intrigue of tasting a meal that could drive away in the next minute, never to be tasted again, writes author Grant McCracken. Harvard Business Review/HBR blog (8/2011)        Other News Frito-Lay, Kotex among brands catching female attention MediaPost Communications/Marketing Daily (8/24)      Kellogg taps Epsilon for data and marketing Consumer Goods Technology News (8/23)      Kickstart your business’ marketing with FedEx Office! Save big on posters, postcards and brochures, with up to 40% off on select print products. Go to FedEx Office to take advantage of the Look Good On Paper Print Sale to get discounts on all your business printing needs.   Retail Spotlight  Expo highlights trends and products in fresh food About 250 vendors and 2,000 retailers are expected to attend the Fresh Experience expo in Michigan, hosted by Spartan Foods. The merchandising show gives retailers a look at upcoming products and trends, such as an extra-sweet pineapple by Del Monte and smaller portions in the bakery department. The Grand Rapids Press (Mich.) (8/24)        Sponsored Content    How To Skyrocket Your Business Profits In Less Than 12 Months Katie Morell Why Beijing Is The Best Place On Earth To Start A Business Barry Moltz 5 Ways To Stop Stunting Your Growth Ken Kaufman Why You Should Try Attention-Getting Publicity Stunts Susan Kuchinskas New Legislation Targets Professional Employer Organizations Mike Periu   Health & Wellness  Food brands partner on campaign for Mediterranean diet California avocados, Star olive oil and Cara Mia artichoke hearts are part of a campaign promoting a Mediterranean diet. The campaign includes on-pack coupons and use ideas, a recipe book and a social media effort with posts on Facebook and Twitter. Progressive Grocer (8/24)        GMA News  FSMA update: Staying ahead of the curve In the session "Update on the Food Safety Modernization Act and What Some CPG Companies are Doing to Comply With It," GMA Chief Science Officer Dr. Leon Bruner and Dr. David Acheson of Leavitt Partners as well as a former FDA assistant commissioner will be part of a panel of CPG manufacturers discussing the latest requirements, guidance, regulations, foreign supplier verification and more at the conference at PACK EXPO in Las Vegas Monday, Sept. 26. Register today for a 25% discount and free admission to PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2011. Learn more about GMA -> About GMA  |  Issues and Policy  |  Newsroom  |  Events  |  Research and Tools   Government & Food Safety  FDA plans outreach, openness with food safety bill The FDA is planning "extensive outreach" as it implements the Food Safety Modernization Act, Commissioner Margaret Hamburg said during the GMA Executive Conference. "We'll have active engagement," she said. "Implementation will be grounded in the sense of partnership that made the law a reality." Supermarket News (8/24)        Other News 2 outbreaks linked to backyard poultry sicken 92 USA TODAY (8/25)      Position Title Company Name Location Regulatory Coordinator Baldwin Richardson Food Co. Macedon, NY Assistant Packing Manager Boston Beer Company Cincinnati, OH Click here to view more job listings.   SmartQuote  The idea is not to block every shot. 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