PFMA Honors Industry Leaders at 2024 Mid-Atlantic Loss Prevention Conference & Expo
Monroe, NJ (October 30, 2024) – The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) last week celebrated the achievements of industry leaders at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Loss Prevention Conference and Expo in Monroe, NJ. Hosted in partnership with the New Jersey Food Council, the New Jersey Retail Merchants Association, and the Delaware Food Industry Council, this annual event […]
2024 Fall Legislative Conference
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) just wrapped up its successful Annual Fall Legislative Conference! Thank you to everyone who attended and made this possible. Held at the Hershey Country Club, this two-day event brought together food industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders to discuss pressing state and federal issues impacting the industry. This year’s […]
Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association Presents Trailblazer Award to Chris Reed, General Counsel for Rutter’s and PFMA Board Treasurer
Hershey, PA – October 29, 2024 – At the PFMA Fall Legislative Conference the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) honored Chris Reed, general counsel for Rutter’s and PFMA’s board Treasurer with the prestigious Food Industry Trailblazer Award. PFMA President Alex Baloga presented the award, recognizing Reed’s significant impact on the food and beverage industry in […]
Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association Announces John Zimmerman as New Director of Communications and Media Relations
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA), a leading statewide trade association advocating for the food and beverage retail industry, is proud to announce John Zimmerman as its new Director of Communications and Media Relations. John Zimmerman is an experienced communications professional with a background in political communications, video production, and marketing. He brings a […]
PFMA Launches Redesigned Website
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA), which advocates the views of the Commonwealth’s food and beverage industries, is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering a fresh and modern experience for its members and the public. The new website is designed with user accessibility and engagement at its core, providing easy […]
PFMA awards Ridge Scholarships to 28 students
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) is pleased to announce the 28 recipients of the 2024 Thomas R. and Laura Ridge Scholarship. Each student will receive a one-year, $2,500 scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year, totaling $70,000. “Congratulations to these outstanding students on this well-deserved recognition,” said Alex Baloga, president and CEO of PFMA. “This […]
PFMA applauds passage of bill allowing sale of ready-to-drink beverages
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) which advocates the views of the Commonwealth’s food and beverage industries, today issued a statement regarding the passage of Senate Bill 688, which amends the state Liquor Code to allow retailers such as grocery and convenience stores to sell ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages or canned cocktails. “We are thrilled with […]
PFMA celebrates passage of bill to create WIC Advisory Board
The legislation makes the existing advisory group permanent. The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA), which advocates the views of the Commonwealth’s food and beverage industries, today issued a statement regarding the passage of Senate Bill 721, which establishes a permanent Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) advisory board, by the Pennsylvania General Assembly. “The passage of […]
PFMA highlights trends in food industry during 2024 Annual Conference
The association also welcomed four new board members and named new officers. The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association (PFMA) welcomed Pennsylvania’s food and beverage industry leaders to Lancaster earlier this week for its two-day annual conference at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. “It’s always a joy to unite our new members with long-standing partners for […]
PFMA welcomes Larissa Newton as director of communications and media relations
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association, a statewide trade association advocating the views of the food and beverage retail industry, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Larissa Newton as director of communications and media relations. With a background spanning print and digital journalism, website and social media management, and state government communications, Larissa brings a […]
