Washington, D.C. – The National Grocers Association (NGA) presented former Kraft Heinz Co. Head of Industry Relations and Sale Operations Michael Ridenour with NGA’s Industry Service Award.
Presented today during NGA’s Executive Conference & Public Policy Summit, the award is bestowed upon an individual or company whose years of service in the food industry have contributed to better working relations and understanding between retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers.
“For more than 36 years, Mike has been a passionate advocate for America’s independent grocers, helping to create a strong marketplace where retailers and their customers benefit,” said Greg Ferrara, NGA president and CEO. “Mike’s leadership and support of the independent supermarket industry throughout his career have had a positive and lasting impact.”
Ridenour started his career with Kraft Foods in Atlanta as a sales representative and moved through numerous managerial and executive roles across the United States. Ridenour served as a member of NGA’s Board of Directors, where he helped guide NGA’s mission on behalf of independent grocers.
More details about the summit, its sessions and speakers can be found at https://www.nationalgrocers.org/executive-conference/.
