AUSTIN, TX - Whole Foods Market is showing some recognition to Rainier Fruit Company, along with several other brands, for its Supplier All-Star Awards for 2023. The fruit provider was among the 16 brands recognized by the retailer for exemplifying excellence through quality, innovation, value, and sustainability.
“We are proud to shine a spotlight on this committed group of suppliers and the remarkable contributions they've made to enriching our customer’s shopping experiences, advancing our purpose, and pushing the boundaries of excellence within the industry,” said Sonya Gafsi Oblisk, Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer at Whole Foods Market. “These suppliers embody the spirit of collaboration and innovation that Whole Foods Market was built upon more than 40 years ago. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to this year’s Supplier All-Stars for their well-deserved recognition.”
The recipients of the Supplier All-Star Awards are handpicked by a dedicated team of Whole Foods Market leaders, category experts, and merchants, spanning all departments and product categories, including Produce, Grocery, Culinary, Specialty, Private Label, Seafood, Meat, and more, a press release explained.
This is the 12th anniversary of Whole Foods Market’s supplier awards program, which represents the company’s commitment to recognizing and celebrating its supply-side allies.
For more information, and to see the full list of winners, click here.
Congrats to Rainier Fruit Company on this well-deserved achievement!
