Carla Anger

I'm honoured to share that I've been appointed General Manager leading the Canadian business unit of KDP future independent coffee company, Global Coffee Co.  At this time last year, KDP announced its acquisition of JDE Peet’s, bringing together two complementary coffee businesses to create the world’s #1 pure-play coffee company. Couldn’t be prouder to join the Canadian organization as we help shape what comes next. Canada has a vibrant coffee culture, an exceptional portfolio of brands and a talented team behind them. I look forward to listening, learning and working alongside our people, customers and partners to build on this strong foundation.   To everyone who has welcomed me so warmly: thank you. I’m excited to begin this next chapter together.  ________ J'ai l'honneur de vous annoncer que j'ai été nommé directeur général de l'unité d'affaires canadienne de Global Coffee Co, la future société indépendante de café de KDP.  Il y a un an, KDP annonçait l'acquisition de JDE Peet's, réunissant deux compagnies de café complémentaires pour créer la plus grande entreprise au monde spécialisée dans le café. Je ne pourrais être plus fier de rejoindre cette organisation canadienne et de contribuer à façonner son avenir.  Le Canada a une culture du café bien établie, un portefeuille de marques incroyable et une équipe talentueuse pour les soutenir. J'ai hâte d'écouter, d'apprendre et de travailler aux côtés de nos employés, de nos clients et de nos partenaires pour continuer à développer cette base solide.   À tous ceux qui m'ont accueilli si chaleureusement, je vous dis merci. C'est avec enthousiasme que je m'apprête à entamer ce nouveau chapitre à vos côtés.

I may have retired, but my concern and passion for the safety of retail and service employees and keeping our streets safe for all continues: As co-founder of Save Our Streets (SOS) , SOS URGES VOTERS TO SEEK PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITMENT FROM PARTIES AND CANDIDATES in the upcoming BC elections. With provincial and municipal elections underway in B.C., Save Our Streets (SOS) says now is the perfect time for British Columbians to share their concerns with the candidates who want their vote and to ask them and their parties to say how they plan to address the public safety issues in their communities. In the weeks ahead, candidates for both levels of government will be participating in all-candidates forums, appearing on talk radio shows and reaching out to voters through email and door-to-door visits. Each of these activities presents an opportunity for residents to make candidates aware of just how serious an issue public safety. The latest Save Our Streets poll on public safety showed: 48% of British Columbians said they fear for the safety of their families in their own community; 43% said the level of criminal activity in their community has increased; 37% said they’ve been the victim of a recent crime; 53% said there are areas in their own community they actively avoid for fear of their own safety; and 87% said addiction and mental illnesses are to blame for many public safety issues. “The heightened level of interaction between British Columbians and the men and women who want to be their next municipal and provincial leaders makes elections unique opportunities for B.C. residents to make themselves heard,” says Jess Ketchum, Co-founder, SOS. “At the recent Union of BC Municipalities convention, we asked mayors and councillors to sign on to a “Contract with Communities”, which called on the provincial government to carry out five critical actions that can make a measurable difference on key issues affecting public safety. Now, we’re urging British Columbians to ask their local candidates where they stand on these critical issues and how they plan to address public safety if they’re elected.” The Save Our Streets “Contract With Communities” included: Ensure Safe Public Spaces with provincial policy that stipulates homeless encampments CANNOT become established in communities that have adequate shelter options. Immediately Move Beyond Harm Reduction with detoxification beds within Health Ministry facilities in ALL BC communities. Addictions and Mental Health Services Must Be a 2026 Priority with government-operated addiction and mental illness treatment and recovery to be established on a regional basis throughout the province NOW. Properly Locate Public-Facing, Low-Barrier Services to ensure NO negative impact to surrounding neighbourhoods. Justice Services Must Be Funded to Serve the Public Good with enough judges, sheriffs, Crown prosecutors and correctional staff to adequately hold people ACCOUNTABLE for criminal acts. On the Save Our Streets elections webpage, SOS has provided a handy reference pdf with the recent SOS poll results, provincial parties contact information, and the Contract with Communities critical actions for B.C. residents to print and share. About Save Our Streets Save Our Streets is a non partisan coalition of 120-plus community and business organizations representing every corner of British Columbia. SOS members are committed to seeing governments bring order and public safety back to communities across British Columbia. Concerned citizen groups, and B.C. businesses interested in joining or supporting SOS are invited to submit online at SaveOurStreets.ca or contact info@saveourstreets.ca.

Congratulations to our very own Nathan Froese for taking home the Canadian Health Food Association Excellence in Retail Sales Award, in recognition of his dedication to supplier partnerships and commitment to driving mutual growth. Nathan has always been a huge supporter of new and local brands. If one of his brands has an event in store, Nathan is there, helping set up, making sure the shelves are well stocked, and the staff are educated on the benefits of the products. Congratulations on this acknowledgement, Nathan. We can't think of anyone more deserving!  

La semaine dernière, nous avons accueilli Geneviève Beauchemin, de CTV News, dans nos nouveaux bureaux et sur notre site de production à Montréal, afin de lui faire découvrir comment nos produits sont pensés, formulés et fabriqués, le tout sous un même toit, ici même, chez nous. Depuis 75 ans, cette communauté nous apporte les personnes, les partenaires et les bases nécessaires à notre croissance. Aujourd’hui, près de 350 personnes font partie de Groupe Marcelle et contribuent au développement, à la production et à la distribution de plus de 6 millions de produits chaque année. Notre président, David Cape, a expliqué pourquoi il estime qu’il est temps de mettre de l’avant les produits « Créés au Canada ». Alors que de plus en plus de consommateurs s’interrogent sur l’origine de leurs produits, nous sommes fiers de partager l’histoire qui se cache derrière les nôtres, ainsi que le talent et l’expertise canadiens qui leur donnent vie, depuis l’idée initiale jusqu’à la recherche et développement, la formulation et la fabrication. Ce lien façonne ce que nous créons, en plaçant nos consommateurs au cœur du processus de développement de nos produits. Découvrez les coulisses de nos activités à Montréal ici #CrééAuCanada - Last week, the Groupe Marcelle team welcomed CTV News' Genevieve Beauchemin to our new Montreal office and manufacturing facility for a look at how our products are researched, formulated and produced, all under one roof, right here at home. For 75 years, this community has given us the people, the partners and the foundation to grow. Today, nearly 350 people are part of Groupe Marcelle, helping develop, produce and distribute more than 6 million products each year. Our president, David Cape, shared why he believes it's time to recognize products Created in Canada. As more consumers ask where their products come from, we're proud to share the story behind them and the Canadian talent and expertise that bring them to life, from the first idea through R&D, formulation and manufacturing. That connection shapes what we create, keeping our consumers at the heart of how we develop our products. Get an inside look at our Montreal operations here: https://lnkd.in/gDP5np27 #CreatedinCanada

The best leaders don’t need to have all the answers. They create an environment where their people can find them. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, I sat down with David Singer, President of Thomas, Large & Singer Inc., to talk about servant leadership, building a strong culture, staying curious, and creating sustainable growth. About David: Fourth-generation leader of a business founded in 1912, with experience at P&G, Kimberly-Clark, Acosta and Pepsi Bottling. Timestamps: 0:00 David’s journey 2:20 Servant leadership 3:40 Leadership evolution 5:34 Lessons from global brands 8:08 Creating growth 10:00 People, culture & adaptability Check out the full episode of the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gBxTetpT Drop a comment - I'd love to hear your thoughts!

We’re bringing the Greek energy to CHFA. 🇬🇷✨ Good olives. Great oil. Zero drama. Okay… maybe a little drama. We are Greek, after all. 😉🫒

This weekend at CHFA NOW Toronto, we had the joy of connecting with retailers, buyers and fellow food lovers from across the industry.   Thank you to our incredible team for the energy and heart you brought, and to everyone who took the time to say hello. We left inspired and grateful.   See you at the next one! 🌱   #CHFANOW #NaturalProducts #HealthFood

Orange Shirt Day began in 2013, and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was implemented in 2021, and it has been encouraging to see our country acknowledging some uncomfortable realities about our history in recent years. I will always champion moving beyond the performative and towards authentic, results-based actions. Wearing an orange shirt once a year is a great way to grow community and awareness, and lets all also look at what we can be doing each and every day to bridge the gap between communities and move towards a more just and equitable future. The 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission provide a great starting point for us all to examine the ways in which we can take tangible action and create real change - https://lnkd.in/gVcJ8D4j