Food Marketing Institute

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FMI proudly advocates on behalf of the food retail industry. FMI’s U.S. members operate nearly 40,000 retail food stores and 25,000 pharmacies, representing a combined annual sales volume of almost $770 billion. Through programs in public affairs, food safety, research, education and industry relations, FMI offers resources and provides valuable benefits to more than 1,225 food retail and wholesale member companies in the United States and around the world. Visit www.fmi.org and www.fmifoundation.org.

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The FMI Foundation is pleased to support the dedication and academic achievements of these food science professionals; we are confident that our industry will benefit from their passionate motivation to protect public health now and in the future.

Cathy Polley, RPh, FMI vice president of health and wellness and executive director of the Foundation

Accredited third-party certification is critical to the integrity of the food safety system, and I’m honored to have met these brilliant women who will champion an analytical and science-based approach to ensuring the security of our food.

Robert Garfield, senior vice president of SQFI

The 2014 edition of the showdown at FMI Connect in Chicago promises to enlarge that spotlight with expanded categories and recipe challenges; allowing even more chefs to let their tastes, talents and techniques shine on our industry-wide stage.

Leslie G. Sarasin, FMI president and CEO

Supermarket Chefs feed millions of Americans daily, but receive little recognition. This Showdown gives them the opportunity to further explore their culinary talents.

Phil Lempert, a food trends and consumer expert and the Showdown Executive Producer and Master of Ceremony

Eighty-four percent of FMI food retailers indicate that consumer wellness and family health programs are competitive edges in the marketplace. The Gold Plate Award and the Family Meals program provide support for retailers as they enrich the lives of their customers while growing their businesses.

Cathy Polley, RPh, vice president of health and wellness at FMI and executive director of its foundation

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Infographics: Food Manufacturers, Retailers and Restaurants Release Analysis of U.S. Food Waste

Thu, Nov 13, 2014 17:00 CET

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 13, 2014 Contacts: Ginny Clemenko (vclemenko@gmabrands.com), GMA, 202-295-3937 Christin Fernandez (cfernandez@restaurant.org), NRA, 202-331-5939 Heather Garlich (hgarlich@fmi.org), FMI, 202-220-0616 Infographics: Food Manufacturers, Retailers and Restaurants Release Analysis of U.S. Food Waste Washington, DC – Trade associations representing the nation’s food retailers, food manufacturers and restaurants today launched a series of infographics that represent the key findings of a new analysis, the 2014 Analysis of U.S. Food Waste

FMI Foundation Awards Audit Training and Scholarships to College Food Science Majors

Mon, Nov 18, 2013 17:40 CET

November 18, 2013 – ARLINGTON, VA – The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) Foundation, in partnership with the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), awarded scholarships to three deserving food agriculture science majors for their academic pursuits to improve food safety and protect public health. These competitive FMI Foundation scholarships are based on academic ability; leadership potential; motivation and initiative; and passion for the food industry and the auditing profession. The following winners received an academic grant from the FMI Foundation: · Susan

CALLING ALL SUPERMARKET CHEFS: THE ANNUAL FOOD MARKETING INSTITUTE SUPERMARKET CHEF SHOWDOWN IS NOW ACCEPTING ENTRANTS

Tue, Jul 30, 2013 18:50 CET

The 2014 Supermarket Chef Showdown Winners Will Compete for Culinary Gifts and Life Experiences Including an All-Expense Paid Trip for Two to Mardi GrasARLINGTON, VA – July 30, 2013 – The annual Food Marketing Institute’s (FMI) Supermarket Chef Showdown is now accepting applicants. Supermarket Chefs can enter their recipes at www.SupermarketChefShowdown.com in up to five categories including: Healthy Meals, Family Meals, Ethnic Meals, Dessert and Side-Dishes/Mini Meals/Snacks. All recipes must use at least three eligible ingredients and take 20 minutes or less to prepare (not including

FMI Recognizes Family Meal Retail Programs

Sat, Jun 01, 2013 02:30 CET

May 31, 2013 - San Antonio, TX - Today, the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) honored three grand prize winners and three honorable mentions at its inaugural Gold Plate Award presentation at the Health and Wellness @ Retail conference in San Antonio. The winners were recognized for creating food retail programs that promote family meals. Category A (1-49 stores) = Redner's Warehouse Markets, Inc. A registered dietitian coordinates Redner’s HealthCents program, which includes a bi-monthly health and wellness newsletter, weekly informative circular ads, and a merchandised “better for you”

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