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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – The Private Label Manufacturers Association celebrated the induction of The Private Label Hall of Fame Class of 2025 at its Annual Meeting & Leadership Conference last night. The ceremony honored nine distinguished individuals across three categories: Private Brand Champion, Private Brand Innovator, and Lifetime Achievement.
Private brand champion
- Thomas Becker – Former Director of Proprietary Brands, Circle K
- John Yannuzzi – Vice President of Corporate Brands, Powermax USA
- Carolyn Boege – Private Brands Category Development Manager, Ahold Delhaize USA
Private brand innovator
- Jeannine Buscher – Co-Founder and EVP of Innovation, FedUp Foods
- Michelle Helena Denk – Director, Retail Division, Affinity Group
Lifetime achievement
- Judy Albazi – President/CEO, Chase Products Co.
- Juan De Paoli – Former Vice President of Our Brands, The Kroger Co.
- Ross Purdy – Vice President, Center Store Operations, K-VA-T Food Stores
- Robert Snyder – Former CEO, Sinco (Retired)
“Our nine-member Class of 2025 represents the best-of-the-best thought leaders and changemakers,” said PLMA President Peggy Davies. “Their commitment and dedication to private label is an inspiration to all.”
The Private Label Hall of Fame, presented by PLMA and Store Brands, was established in 2006 to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry. Honorees have demonstrated excellence within their organizations and set industry-wide standards of achievement.
Profiles of all inductees will be posted in the Hall of Fame section of plma.com.
