The golden pencil award
The Food Industry Association of Canada is pleased to announce the
2017 Golden Pencil Award Recipients
The 2017 Golden Pencil Award ceremony takes place on Monday, November 20, 2017, at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto.
2017 Golden Pencil Award Recipients
The 2017 Golden Pencil Award ceremony takes place on Monday, November 20, 2017, at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto.
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Diane J. Brisebois, President and CEO of Retail Council of Canada
Diane has held the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the Retail Council of Canada (RCC) since 1995. Retail Council is the largest retail association in the country representing more than 45,000 brick-and-mortar and online retail establishments of all shapes and sizes from coast to coast. RCC`s membership covers all retail segments including general merchandise, grocery and pharmacy and accounts for more than 75% of all retail sales in the country excluding auto and gas sales. In her role as President and CEO of RCC Diane has executive responsibility for government relations, media relations, education and events, industry research, membership growth and member services. to read more |
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Darrell Jones, President of Save-On-Foods
Darrell Jones embarked on his 40-plus-year career in the food business in Cranbrook, B.C., as a retail grocery clerk. From there, Darrell joined teams in 23 different stores and communities as he moved progressively through a series of senior operating roles with Save-On-Foods and the Overwaitea Food Group. For the past 17 years, Darrell has been a key member of the company’s Senior Management Team, contributing to the strategic development of the company with his frankness, charisma and business savvy. In 2012, Darrell was promoted to company President. During his time at the helm of the company, Darrell has played a key role in aligning his executive team on their shared goals, positioning the company as the leading grocery retailer in Western Canada on a path of rapid expansion. to read more |
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Shelley Martin, President and Chief Operating Officer of Nestlé Canada
In her role as President and CEO of Nestlé Canada Inc. Shelley has executive responsibility for the following divisions: Beverages, Confectionery, Frozen Meats and Pizza, Ice Cream, Nestlé Professional, Purina PetCare, Nestlé Waters, Nestlé Health Science, Nestlé Nutrition, Nespresso and Nestlé Skin Health together employing some 3,500 people in over 20 facilities including manufacturing, sales and distribution nationally. Shelley joined Nestlé Canada in 1990 working on the PetCare business in Marketing. In 1997 she was promoted to Vice-President of Confectionery. In 2000 she became the Leader of PetCare, and in 2001/2002 led the Canadian acquisition and transition to Nestlé Purina. She became Head of Nescafe and Beverages in 2002 and was promoted to President of Ice Cream in 2008. In 2012 Shelley became Division Executive Manager of the Frozen Food Business and in January 2013 she was appointed President and CEO of Nestlé Canada. to read more |
Recognizing Canadians for Outstanding Service in the Food Industry
The Golden Pencil Award was first presented in 1957 by The Food Industry Association of Canada. This Award was initiated to recognize the efforts of both buyer and seller in developing and improving the Canadian Food Industry. The symbol used for this Award is a “Golden Pencil”, signifying the transaction between supplier and retailer by the stroke of a pencil.
On an annual basis, the Nominations Committee reviews suggestions made by both the Executive Committee and the industry at large. The selection process normally will encompass as many as sixty to seventy worthy candidates. The criteria for selection is an individual who, through career dedication, has made a significant and worthwhile contribution to the Canadian Food Industry.
The Executive Committee is comprised of active senior executives representing suppliers, brokers, food processors, wholesalers, retailers and associations.
The Golden Pencil Award was first presented in 1957 by The Food Industry Association of Canada. This Award was initiated to recognize the efforts of both buyer and seller in developing and improving the Canadian Food Industry. The symbol used for this Award is a “Golden Pencil”, signifying the transaction between supplier and retailer by the stroke of a pencil.
On an annual basis, the Nominations Committee reviews suggestions made by both the Executive Committee and the industry at large. The selection process normally will encompass as many as sixty to seventy worthy candidates. The criteria for selection is an individual who, through career dedication, has made a significant and worthwhile contribution to the Canadian Food Industry.
The Executive Committee is comprised of active senior executives representing suppliers, brokers, food processors, wholesalers, retailers and associations.
2017 Awards Ceremony
This year's awards ceremony will take place on:
Monday, November 20, 2017
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Purchase your event tickets now.
The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Concert Hall
100 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario
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The Royal York is offering our event attendees a preferred hotel room rate.
Rate applies to the nights of November 19 - 25 2017. Subject to availability.
To reserve a room, you may call Reservations Department at 1-888-495-2126 or book on-line using this link
If you choose to call in order to secure the preferred rate you must quote group name Golden Pencil Awards 2017 or group code GOLD1117.
Fairmont Room is $209.00 plus taxes & fees per night
Fairmont Luxury Room is $269.00 plus taxes & fees per night
This year's awards ceremony will take place on:
Monday, November 20, 2017
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Purchase your event tickets now.
The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Concert Hall
100 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario
Map
The Royal York is offering our event attendees a preferred hotel room rate.
Rate applies to the nights of November 19 - 25 2017. Subject to availability.
To reserve a room, you may call Reservations Department at 1-888-495-2126 or book on-line using this link
If you choose to call in order to secure the preferred rate you must quote group name Golden Pencil Awards 2017 or group code GOLD1117.
Fairmont Room is $209.00 plus taxes & fees per night
Fairmont Luxury Room is $269.00 plus taxes & fees per night
