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In This Issue: 47th DDBC National Seminar Highly decorated veteran U.S. Marine and police officer Thomas Cleary has transformed what he has learned in the military and public service into a leadership training session that will be presented at the 47th National DDBC Seminar, scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Marriott Resort & Spa in Dana Point. He joins Valerie Jabbar, Vice President of Merchandising for Ralphs Grocery Co., celebrated Chef Aarón Sánchez, star of “Chopped” on the Food Network, who is sponsored by Cacique, Inc., and Greg McNiff (Albertsons) as keynote speakers, according to General Chairman Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less). See more information on the Seminar on Pages 7-11.

A look back at DDBC May meeting The Jean Dreshner Memorial Casino Night wowed the membership at the May meeting in Garden Grove as her extended family was on hand for a moving tribute followed by lots of Casino fun. Story and photos begin on Page 14.

Out of the office goings-on There were lots of happenings outside of the office since the last issue as the DDBC conducted its annual golf tournament and DPI Specialty Foods held its annual food show in Temecula. See stories and photos beginning on Page 18.

www.ddbcsocal.org

Bar-S Foods 4 Eggland’s Best Cover Elements Double Dogs 27 Evergood Sausage 2

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All submissions are subject to edit-ing for style and content.

Advertising, editorial information For advertising information in the

DDBC News, contact Dalva Fisher at 435-674-3504 or Pacific Rim Publish-ing Co., P.O. Box 4533, Huntington Beach, CA 92605-4533. 714-375-3900. FAX: 714-375-3906.

DDBC NEWS (USPS 152-360, ISSN 00117862) is published 10 times per year for the DDBC of Southern California. Published by Pacific Rim Publishing Co., P.O. Box 4533, Huntington Beach, CA 92605-4533. 714-375-3900. FAX 714-375-3906. The DDBC address is P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609. Phone 562-947-7016. FAX: 562-947-7872.

Subscription rates are $30 per year. Membership in the DDBC includes a subscription. Copyright 2015 by the DDBC of Southern California. All rights reserved.

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Eggland’s Best eggs have 10x more Vitamin E, 2x more Omega3, 3x more Vitamin B12, 4x more Vita-min D, 25% less saturated fat and less cholesterol than other eggs. Look for them in your grocer’s egg case.

July 4 – Independence Day. 7 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Salute to City of Hope, Embassy Suites Hotel, Garden Grove. Informa-tion: 562-947-7016.

8 – CGAEF Golf Classic South-ern California, Pacific Palms, City of Industry. Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

21 – CGAEF Golf Classic North-ern California, Blackhawk CC, Danville. Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

August 19-20 – Unified Grocers Expo,

Long Beach Convention Center. September

7 – Labor Day. 11-13 – 47th National DDBC

Seminar, Laguna Hills Marriott, Dana Point. Information: 562-947-7016.

13-15 – Rosh Hashanah. 16 – Mexican Independence Day. 22-23 – Yom Kippur. 27-29 – CGA Strategic Confer-

ence, Palm Springs Convention Center.Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

October 13 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Embassy Suites Hotel, Garden Grove. Information: 562-947-7016.

November 3 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Election Night, Embassy Suites La Mexicana 13 Marin Cheese 26 Smithfield-Farmland 5

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Summertime favoriteS

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DDBC News, July-August 2015 3

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION DDBC of Southern California

Calendar

About the cover

In This Issue: 47th DDBC National Seminar Highly decorated veteran U.S. Marine and police officer Thomas Cleary has transformed what he has learned in the military and public service into a leadership training session that will be presented at the 47th National DDBC Seminar, scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Marriott Resort & Spa in Dana Point. He joins Valerie Jabbar, Vice President of Merchandising for Ralphs Grocery Co., celebrated Chef Aarón Sánchez, star of “Chopped” on the Food Network, who is sponsored by Cacique, Inc., and Greg McNiff (Albertsons) as keynote speakers, according to General Chairman Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less). See more information on the Seminar on Pages 7-11.

A look back at DDBC May meeting The Jean Dreshner Memorial Casino Night wowed the membership at the May meeting in Garden Grove as her extended family was on hand for a moving tribute followed by lots of Casino fun. Story and photos begin on Page 14.

Out of the office goings-on There were lots of happenings outside of the office since the last issue as the DDBC conducted its annual golf tournament and DPI Specialty Foods held its annual food show in Temecula. See stories and photos beginning on Page 18.

www.ddbcsocal.org

Bar-S Foods 4 Eggland’s Best Cover Elements Double Dogs 27 Evergood Sausage 2

Advertiser index

Items to be submitted for editorial consideration should be sent to: Editor, DDBC News, P.O. Box 4533, Hunting-ton Beach, CA 92605-4533.

All submissions are subject to edit-ing for style and content.

Advertising, editorial information For advertising information in the

DDBC News, contact Dalva Fisher at 435-674-3504 or Pacific Rim Publish-ing Co., P.O. Box 4533, Huntington Beach, CA 92605-4533. 714-375-3900. FAX: 714-375-3906.

DDBC NEWS (USPS 152-360, ISSN 00117862) is published 10 times per year for the DDBC of Southern California. Published by Pacific Rim Publishing Co., P.O. Box 4533, Huntington Beach, CA 92605-4533. 714-375-3900. FAX 714-375-3906. The DDBC address is P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609. Phone 562-947-7016. FAX: 562-947-7872.

Subscription rates are $30 per year. Membership in the DDBC includes a subscription. Copyright 2015 by the DDBC of Southern California. All rights reserved.

More calendar Page 26

Eggs have been getting better over the years and Eggland’s Best is lead-ing the way ... being selected as “America’s Best Tasting Egg” by American Culinary Chefs Best five years in a row.

Eggland’s Best eggs have 10x more Vitamin E, 2x more Omega3, 3x more Vitamin B12, 4x more Vita-min D, 25% less saturated fat and less cholesterol than other eggs. Look for them in your grocer’s egg case.

July 4 – Independence Day. 7 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Salute to City of Hope, Embassy Suites Hotel, Garden Grove. Informa-tion: 562-947-7016.

8 – CGAEF Golf Classic South-ern California, Pacific Palms, City of Industry. Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

21 – CGAEF Golf Classic North-ern California, Blackhawk CC, Danville. Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

August 19-20 – Unified Grocers Expo,

Long Beach Convention Center. September

7 – Labor Day. 11-13 – 47th National DDBC

Seminar, Laguna Hills Marriott, Dana Point. Information: 562-947-7016.

13-15 – Rosh Hashanah. 16 – Mexican Independence Day. 22-23 – Yom Kippur. 27-29 – CGA Strategic Confer-

ence, Palm Springs Convention Center.Information: www.cagro- cers.com.

October 13 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Embassy Suites Hotel, Garden Grove. Information: 562-947-7016.

November 3 – DDBC Membership meeting,

Election Night, Embassy Suites La Mexicana 13 Marin Cheese 26 Smithfield-Farmland 5

4 DDBC News, July-August 2015

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION DDBC of Southern California

Dave Daniel, Editor www.ddbcsocal.org

VOL. LII NO. 4 2015 • ISSN 00117862

Executive Director: Susan Steele OFFICERS: President: Cheryl Van Den Hende (Monterrey); First Vice Presi-

dent: Patti Winsell; Second Vice President: Sue Bargsten (DPI Specialty Foods); Third Vice President: Lisa Juarez (Cacique); Secretary: Cynthia Yarak; Treasurer: Bill Mackie (Processor’s Marketing and Research); Advisor: Connie Thatcher (Advantage Sales & Marketing).

DIRECTORS: Tracy Gemoll (Food 4 Less); Matt Hebert (Insight Food Sales); Dave MacDonald (Stremick’s Heritage Foods); Silvia Quiroz (Cardenas Markets); Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less), Nancy Tyler (Acosta), Jim Veregge (Unified Grocers), Liz Wilson (Ralphs), Miriam Welch (Albertsons).

PAST PRESIDENTS: §Sydney Fisher, 1960; §Loyd Knutson, 1961; §Sam Freed, 1962; §Harry Schneider, 1963; §Earl Anderson, 1964; §Leo Cohen, 1965; §Art Jelin, 1966; §George Hobbs, 1967; §Eli Coleite, 1968; Bill Trapani, 1969; §Pete Uraine, 1970; §Otto Schirmer, 1971; §John Andikian, 1972; Ted Hopkins, 1973; §Stan Coop, 1974; §Ray Ferry, 1975; §A.A. “Bud” Moorman, 1976; Bill Schwartz, 1977; Eleanor Bennett, 1978; §Bob Garcia, 1979; §Harold Davis, 1980; Randall Chew, 1981; Gary Illingworth, 1982; §Ken Tisdell, 1983; John Vitale, 1984; Gary Provenzano, 1985; Joe Jimenez, 1986; Dick Schwebe, 1987; Diane Beecher, 1988; Joe Matyasik, 1989; Don Fisher, 1990; Mark Stringer, 1991; §Jerry Lewis, 1992; Mark Dixon, 1993; Kathie Porter, 1994; Jim Allumbaugh, 1995; Jim Veregge, 1996; Rona Reeves, 1997; Joy Sawhill, 1998; Debra Zimmerman, 1999; Peter Hejny, 2000; Jeff Merrill, 2001; Bill Hankes, 2002, Manny Marin 2003-04; Bob Dressler, 2005; Jon Amidei, 2006; Sue Bargsten, 2007; Rigo Landeros, 2008; Rey Garza, 2009; Lisa Juarez, 2010; Stacy Gilbert, 2011; Neil Swanson, 2012; Bill Mackie 2013; Connie Thatcher 2014.

HALL OF FAME: §Harry Schneider, 1983; §Sam Freed and §Ralph Levey, 1984; §Pete Uraine, 1985; §Al Berger, 1986; §Eddie Goldstein and §George Hobbs, 1987; §A.A. “Bud” Moorman, 1988; §Morrie Rosenfeld and §Claus Simon, 1989; §Otto Schirmer and §Andy Stylianou, 1990; §Ray Ferry, 1991; §Bob Garcia and

§Art Jelin, 1992; §Lou Agrati, 1993; §Bernie Brener, 1994; Mark Levey, 1995; §Harold Davis, 1996; Eleanor Bennett and §Joe Malin, 1997; Gary Illingworth and §Ken Tisdell, 1998; §Jo Ann Benci and Ken Hanshaw, 1999; Tom Keyes, 2000; John Vitale, 2001; Bill Schwartz, 2002; Ted Hopkins and Dick Schwebe, 2003; Diane Beecher, §Stan Coop, and §Jerry Lewis, 2004; Don Fisher and Rona Reeves, 2005; §Bill MacAloney and Rob Willardson, 2006; Jim Veregge, 2007; Mark Dixon, 2008; Kathie Porter, 2009; John Brass, 2010; Jim DeKeyser and Burhan Nasser, 2011; Jack Taylor, 2012; Jeff Merill and Judy Norton, 2013; Dave Daniel and Cheryl Kennick, 2014.

RETAILER OF THE YEAR: §Stan Coop, 1975; §Bill MacAloney, 1976; §Eddie Goldstein, 1977; §Pete Uraine, 1978; §Art Jelin, 1979; §A.A. “Bud” Moorman, 1980; Ken Hanshaw, 1981; Eleanor Bennett, 1982; Gary Illingworth, 1983; §Harold Davis, 1984; John Vitale, 1985; Eddie Hoggatt, 1986; Don Fisher, 1987; §Fred Brandt, 1988; Diane Beecher, 1989; Les Taylor, 1990; Bob Johnson, 1991; §Jerry Lewis, 1992; Dave Wolff, 1993; Dave Fernandez, 1994; Kathie Porter, 1995; John Brass, 1996; Jim Veregge, 1997; §Bernie Brener; §Jean Dreshner, 1998; Cindy Mulvaney, 1999; Mark Miale, 2000; Mickey Gold, 2001; Andre Mesropian, 2002; Joe Rodriquez, 2003; Pete Hejny, 2004; Manny Marin, 2005, Jim Roesler, 2006; Sue Bargsten, 2007; Steve Nguyen, 2008; Matt Reeve, 2009; Robin Bell, 2010; Gayle DeCaro, 2011; Dennis McIntyre, 2012, Silvia Quiroz, 2013; Laura Taketomo, 2014.

PRESIDENTS AWARD: §Don Lee, 1992; §Louis Vitale, 1995; §A.A. “Bud” Moorman, 1997; Diane Beecher, 1998; Eleanor Bennett, 1999; Mark Dixon, 2007; Debra Zimmerman, 2012.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: §Walt Scheck, 1999; §Ken Tisdell, 2001; Larry English, 2001; Charlice Makowski, 2005; Mark Roth, 2006; Tom Ilharreguy 2006; John Vitale, 2010; Terry Fyffe, 2011; Mickey Gold, 2012; §Bill MacAloney, 2012; Gilbert de Cardenas, 2013; Eleanor Bennett, 2014; Kevin Davis, 2014.

SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR: §George Hobbs, 1975; §Lou Agrati, 1976; §Chico Santillan, 1977; Mark Levey, 1978; §Morrie Rosenfeld, 1979; §Ken Tisdell, 1980; §Walt Scheck, 1981; Larry English, 1982; §Bob Garcia, 1983; Ted Hopkins, 1984; Bob Fetzner, 1985; Joe Wilson, 1986; §Claus Simon, 1987; §Joe Malin, 1988; Tom Keyes, 1989; §Creighton Wiggins, 1990; Gary Illingworth, 1991; Paul Yates, 1992; Rob Willardson, 1993; Mark Dixon, 1994; Dick Schwebe, 1995; Jim Allumbaugh, 1996; Paul Christianson, 1997; Rona Reeves, 1998; Bill Schwartz, 1999; Jim DeKeyser, 2000; Burhan Nasser, 2001; Jeff Merrill, 2002; Bill Hankes, 2003; John Brass, 2004; Debra Zimmerman, 2005, Jack Taylor, 2006; Jon Amidei and Bob Dressler, 2007; Paul Miller, 2008; Monica Stone, 2009; Judy Norton, 2010; Ann Dressler and Rey Garza, 2011; Lisa Juarez, 2012; Fred Rowen, 2013; Craig Covell and John Nielsen, 2014.

§ — Deceased.

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Like a Turkey on Thanksgiving, hot dogs are the quintessential summer ballpark food, and the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) estimates that baseball fans will consume more than 18.5 million hot dogs and nearly 4.2 million sausages during the 2015 Major League season. The combined hot dog and sausage total could stretch from Citizens Bank Park in Phila-delphia to Chase Field in Phoenix. The hot dog total alone would reach as high as 7,827 Empire State Buildings.

“It’s no surprise that hot dogs and sau-sages continue to hit a home run with fans,” said Eric Mittenthal, NHDSC vice president of public affairs. “Hot dogs remain the No. 1 concession at ballparks, as teams offer in-novative creations along with classic fa-vorites to appeal to all tastes.”

The Dodgers can relish in victory as the team’s fans are once again projected to con-sume the most hot dogs, totaling more than 2.5 million.That is enough to round the bases at Dodger Stadium 3,551 times, and based on last year’s attendance, means that 66 percent of fans at Dodger home games will eat a hot dog.

The New York Yankees have come from behind to reclaim the second spot, as fans are expected to consume more than 1.5 mil-lion hot dogs. Batting third are the Cleve-land Indians at 1,252,463 hot dogs, fol-lowed closely behind by the Texas Rangers with 1,024,559 anticipated hot dog sales. The Chicago Cubs round out the lineup of top hitters, with fans expected to consume more than 855,000 hot dogs, representing a 21 percent increase over last year.

Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers have reclaimed the top spot as sausage champions, expected to sell 480,000 this season, which is enough to run the team’s famous Klement’s Sausage Race 380 times. The Brewers are the only team in baseball expected to sell more sausages than hot dogs. The reigning major league champs,

the San Francisco Giants, nearly clinched the top position, but came up short with 450,000 projected sausage sales. The Bos-ton Red Sox pitched a curve ball, as last year’s sausage champ fell to third place. Despite the drop, Fenway Fans are still ex-pected to eat 327,500 sausages this year.

Hot Dog Rookies While perennial hot dog favorites remain

staples at ballparks across America, teams are launching new creations that are sure to be all-stars, including:

• Chips and Dip Dog: This natural cas-ing dog topped with French onion dip, po-tato chips and chopped green onions is sure to please any Detroit Tigers fan.

• Mac and Cheetos Dog: Cubs fans can enjoy this innovative creation with mac and cheese and Cheetos atop a Vienna hot dog.

• The Thomenator: The Indians are pay-ing homage to Jim Thome with a 10-inch, all-beef hot dog topped with diced onions, Sauerkraut and three Pierogies

June is Hot Dog Month Hot dogs and baseball still go together

Cleveland’s classic Sugardale hot dog Crowned Winner in MLB Contest

• South Philly Dog: The Phillies are bringing together classic Philadelphia fla-vors with a hot dog topped with roasted red peppers, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe

• Cuban Pretzel Dog: Pittsburgh Pirate fans should come hungry to eat this foot- long, all-beef hot dog that features slices of ham, pulled pork, Swiss cheese, Dijon mus-tard and pickles, all wrapped in pretzel hoagie roll.

Best in Baseball Following more than two weeks of spir-

ited competition, the Cleveland Indians’ Sugardale Dog has been crowned America’s baseball hot dog champion, according to results from the NHDSC’s MLB Madness Bracket contest. Classic and unique hot dogs squared off in the contest, and fans voted for their favorite dog in polls on the NHDSC Facebook page.

Despite claiming victory in the unique

Hot dogs dressed as regional favorites across the country.

Continued on Page 26

DDBC News, July-August 2015 7

47th DDBC National Seminar

Homage to 9-11 added to program

Thomas Cleary

Highly decorated veteran applies his

training in speaking Thomas Cleary, founder and CEO of

Marksmen Leadership, has joined the pro-gram as a keynote speaker at the 47th DDBC National Seminar, which is scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott in Dana Point.

“The date of this year’s Seminar coin-cides with 9-11 in our country’s history and the Seminar Committee wanted to acknowl-edge the date by offering an insider’s look at our recent military history,” said Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less), General Chairman of the Seminar.

“Besides hearing Cleary’s comments, at-tendees will have the opportunity of help-ing our service members overseas by creat-ing gift boxes of personal items donated to the cause,” Taketomo said. “These will be shipped to our military personnel around the world.”

Donations for razors, toothbrushes, travel-sized soap bars, wet wipes, cotton swabs, CDs, and beef and cheese stick snacks already have been secured with more donations on the way, according to Taketomo.

Cleary joins previously announced speakers from the food industry on the dais. Greg McNiff (Senior VP Merchandising & Marketing for Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions), Valerie Jabbar (Vice President, Marketing for Ralphs Grocery Co.), and celebrity chef Aarón Sánchez, have been announced pre-viously.

“Cleary offers the perfect combination of leadership and teamwork, which ties into our theme,” Taketomo said. “It takes a ton of both to operate in the military.”

Cleary comes with more than 26 years of serving his country with military train-ing, leadership and combat experience as an active duty United States Marine and as an Army Reservist. With more than 10 dif-ferent occupational and leadership advance-ment schools attended, Cleary includes the elements of Special Operations and Mili-tary Police to bring leadership higher and faster with a stronger scope of personal strengths.

As a highly decorated Veteran, Thomas has been awarded 30 medals, ribbons and commendations, as well as an expert rifle and pistol badge, while serving in various military and combat operations, to include OIF (Operation Iraqi Freedom).

His loyalty to his country and his train-ing continues to assist, promote, challenge and train him personally and lead others suc-cessfully. He also served as a law enforce-ment officer for 20 years, with more than 50 training and leadership courses com-pleted throughout his career. He has worked various assignments and was recognized as a standout officer receiving 82 Commen-

dations, ribbons, citations and letters of appreciation while working for the Califor-nia Department of Corrections, Los Ange-les Police Department and Newport Beach Police Department.

Currently, he is teaching college courses and assists the college with online classes, advanced degrees, course development, cur-riculum and syllabi, as a member of the advisement board.

With his extensive background, he has observed the need for leading those who are facing adversity within the workplace or in life. He has seized the opportunity to con-tinue to serve others, which he has turned into a business and book called “Marksmen Leadership.”

As a personal expert marksman and fire-arms/tactics instructor, he brings 7 elements of marksmanship and transforms them into 7 Principles of Leadership. In his book, he shares an in-depth perspective on each area of Leadership, using those 7 principles. Just as in marksmanship, if you practice these principles, you will hit your target and meet your goals of improving in the area of lead-ership.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Orga-nizational Leadership and Development, graduating Cum Laude. He is currently en-rolled at Vanguard University, where he is working toward a Master’s in Leadership, with the goal of obtaining a Doctorate.

He was born and raised in Los Angeles. He has been married to his high school sweet-heart for 25 years. They have four children.

The Seminar will officially kick off with the Ken Tisdell National Deli Scramble golf tournament on Friday at the prestigious Monarch Beach Golf Club.

The golf awards will be presented at the welcoming get-together Friday evening. Business sessions will be conducted Satur-day and Sunday mornings. Saturday night’s dinner will feature entertainment and danc-ing to the band “Quest.”

“This year’s seminar will be “resort casualwear” dress for all events. Dress to impress or dress to be comfy, excluding bathing suits – we want everyone to enjoy the relaxed beachside location in their own way,” Taketomo said.

6 DDBC News, July-August 2015

Like a Turkey on Thanksgiving, hot dogs are the quintessential summer ballpark food, and the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) estimates that baseball fans will consume more than 18.5 million hot dogs and nearly 4.2 million sausages during the 2015 Major League season. The combined hot dog and sausage total could stretch from Citizens Bank Park in Phila-delphia to Chase Field in Phoenix. The hot dog total alone would reach as high as 7,827 Empire State Buildings.

“It’s no surprise that hot dogs and sau-sages continue to hit a home run with fans,” said Eric Mittenthal, NHDSC vice president of public affairs. “Hot dogs remain the No. 1 concession at ballparks, as teams offer in-novative creations along with classic fa-vorites to appeal to all tastes.”

The Dodgers can relish in victory as the team’s fans are once again projected to con-sume the most hot dogs, totaling more than 2.5 million.That is enough to round the bases at Dodger Stadium 3,551 times, and based on last year’s attendance, means that 66 percent of fans at Dodger home games will eat a hot dog.

The New York Yankees have come from behind to reclaim the second spot, as fans are expected to consume more than 1.5 mil-lion hot dogs. Batting third are the Cleve-land Indians at 1,252,463 hot dogs, fol-lowed closely behind by the Texas Rangers with 1,024,559 anticipated hot dog sales. The Chicago Cubs round out the lineup of top hitters, with fans expected to consume more than 855,000 hot dogs, representing a 21 percent increase over last year.

Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers have reclaimed the top spot as sausage champions, expected to sell 480,000 this season, which is enough to run the team’s famous Klement’s Sausage Race 380 times. The Brewers are the only team in baseball expected to sell more sausages than hot dogs. The reigning major league champs,

the San Francisco Giants, nearly clinched the top position, but came up short with 450,000 projected sausage sales. The Bos-ton Red Sox pitched a curve ball, as last year’s sausage champ fell to third place. Despite the drop, Fenway Fans are still ex-pected to eat 327,500 sausages this year.

Hot Dog Rookies While perennial hot dog favorites remain

staples at ballparks across America, teams are launching new creations that are sure to be all-stars, including:

• Chips and Dip Dog: This natural cas-ing dog topped with French onion dip, po-tato chips and chopped green onions is sure to please any Detroit Tigers fan.

• Mac and Cheetos Dog: Cubs fans can enjoy this innovative creation with mac and cheese and Cheetos atop a Vienna hot dog.

• The Thomenator: The Indians are pay-ing homage to Jim Thome with a 10-inch, all-beef hot dog topped with diced onions, Sauerkraut and three Pierogies

June is Hot Dog Month Hot dogs and baseball still go together

Cleveland’s classic Sugardale hot dog Crowned Winner in MLB Contest

• South Philly Dog: The Phillies are bringing together classic Philadelphia fla-vors with a hot dog topped with roasted red peppers, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe

• Cuban Pretzel Dog: Pittsburgh Pirate fans should come hungry to eat this foot- long, all-beef hot dog that features slices of ham, pulled pork, Swiss cheese, Dijon mus-tard and pickles, all wrapped in pretzel hoagie roll.

Best in Baseball Following more than two weeks of spir-

ited competition, the Cleveland Indians’ Sugardale Dog has been crowned America’s baseball hot dog champion, according to results from the NHDSC’s MLB Madness Bracket contest. Classic and unique hot dogs squared off in the contest, and fans voted for their favorite dog in polls on the NHDSC Facebook page.

Despite claiming victory in the unique

Hot dogs dressed as regional favorites across the country.

Continued on Page 26

DDBC News, July-August 2015 7

47th DDBC National Seminar

Homage to 9-11 added to program

Thomas Cleary

Highly decorated veteran applies his

training in speaking Thomas Cleary, founder and CEO of

Marksmen Leadership, has joined the pro-gram as a keynote speaker at the 47th DDBC National Seminar, which is scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott in Dana Point.

“The date of this year’s Seminar coin-cides with 9-11 in our country’s history and the Seminar Committee wanted to acknowl-edge the date by offering an insider’s look at our recent military history,” said Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less), General Chairman of the Seminar.

“Besides hearing Cleary’s comments, at-tendees will have the opportunity of help-ing our service members overseas by creat-ing gift boxes of personal items donated to the cause,” Taketomo said. “These will be shipped to our military personnel around the world.”

Donations for razors, toothbrushes, travel-sized soap bars, wet wipes, cotton swabs, CDs, and beef and cheese stick snacks already have been secured with more donations on the way, according to Taketomo.

Cleary joins previously announced speakers from the food industry on the dais. Greg McNiff (Senior VP Merchandising & Marketing for Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions), Valerie Jabbar (Vice President, Marketing for Ralphs Grocery Co.), and celebrity chef Aarón Sánchez, have been announced pre-viously.

“Cleary offers the perfect combination of leadership and teamwork, which ties into our theme,” Taketomo said. “It takes a ton of both to operate in the military.”

Cleary comes with more than 26 years of serving his country with military train-ing, leadership and combat experience as an active duty United States Marine and as an Army Reservist. With more than 10 dif-ferent occupational and leadership advance-ment schools attended, Cleary includes the elements of Special Operations and Mili-tary Police to bring leadership higher and faster with a stronger scope of personal strengths.

As a highly decorated Veteran, Thomas has been awarded 30 medals, ribbons and commendations, as well as an expert rifle and pistol badge, while serving in various military and combat operations, to include OIF (Operation Iraqi Freedom).

His loyalty to his country and his train-ing continues to assist, promote, challenge and train him personally and lead others suc-cessfully. He also served as a law enforce-ment officer for 20 years, with more than 50 training and leadership courses com-pleted throughout his career. He has worked various assignments and was recognized as a standout officer receiving 82 Commen-

dations, ribbons, citations and letters of appreciation while working for the Califor-nia Department of Corrections, Los Ange-les Police Department and Newport Beach Police Department.

Currently, he is teaching college courses and assists the college with online classes, advanced degrees, course development, cur-riculum and syllabi, as a member of the advisement board.

With his extensive background, he has observed the need for leading those who are facing adversity within the workplace or in life. He has seized the opportunity to con-tinue to serve others, which he has turned into a business and book called “Marksmen Leadership.”

As a personal expert marksman and fire-arms/tactics instructor, he brings 7 elements of marksmanship and transforms them into 7 Principles of Leadership. In his book, he shares an in-depth perspective on each area of Leadership, using those 7 principles. Just as in marksmanship, if you practice these principles, you will hit your target and meet your goals of improving in the area of lead-ership.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Orga-nizational Leadership and Development, graduating Cum Laude. He is currently en-rolled at Vanguard University, where he is working toward a Master’s in Leadership, with the goal of obtaining a Doctorate.

He was born and raised in Los Angeles. He has been married to his high school sweet-heart for 25 years. They have four children.

The Seminar will officially kick off with the Ken Tisdell National Deli Scramble golf tournament on Friday at the prestigious Monarch Beach Golf Club.

The golf awards will be presented at the welcoming get-together Friday evening. Business sessions will be conducted Satur-day and Sunday mornings. Saturday night’s dinner will feature entertainment and danc-ing to the band “Quest.”

“This year’s seminar will be “resort casualwear” dress for all events. Dress to impress or dress to be comfy, excluding bathing suits – we want everyone to enjoy the relaxed beachside location in their own way,” Taketomo said.

8 DDBC News, July-August 2015

DDBC of Southern California, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609; 562-947-7016; FAX: 562-947-7872; office@ddbcsocal.org.

Two-Night Package By Aug. 1 After Aug. 1

Deluxe Room Couple $1,299.00 $1,399.00 Deluxe Room Single $ 999.00 $1,099.00

Additonal night stay – Available for $250.00 each night. Two-night Seminar package includes hotel, taxes, resort fees, internet access, valet parking for one vehicle, all meals, entertainment and business sessions.

Children’s packages are available for $130.00 per child (Ages 5-12).

PAYMENT INFORMATION Register early to save money. Rooms are limited. Cancel-

lation policy: Payment of Seminar package will be refunded, less $100 administrative costs, if received prior to Aug. 1. After Aug. 1, payment fee is NOT refundable.

Names (For badges; include spouse’s name)

Enclosed payment summary: Seminar Payment $__________ Additional room night $__________ Golf $__________ Spa $__________ Children’s package $__________ Sponsorship/Hosting $__________

Total enclosed $__________

Company name Packages

Golf E-mail address

Make checks payable to: “DDBC of Southern California” and mail registration, along with payment, to: DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609.

47th National Seminar Presented by the DDBC Laguna Cliffs Marriott • Dana Point; Sept. 11-13, 2015

GOLF/SPA PACKAGES

GOLF: 7th Tisdell Cup – National DDBC Golf Scramble at Monarch Beach

Golf Club Friday, Sept. 11, 12:15 Tee Time - $250

Per Golfer or $950 Per Foursome

SPA: at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Spa, $250 Per Person

Spa

Specify: Couple ___ Single ___ Specify: Thursday ___ Sunday ___

Sponsor Levels Available: General $400 ___ Bronze $1,500 ___ Silver $2,500 ___ Gold $5,000 ___ Platinum $10,000 ___ Other ___

Name on Credit Card__________________________________

Credit Card number___________________________________

Signature___________________________________________

Expiration Date______________________________________

DDBC News, July-August 2015 9

2015 DDBC’s National Seminar Committee General Chairman

Laura Taketomo ............................................ Food 4 Less

Co-Chairman Lisa Juarez ..................................................... Cacique Inc.

Committees Ed Silva (AV) .................................................. Ralphs Michael Rodriques (AV) ............................... Ralphs

Connie Thatcher (Program) ......................... Advantage Sales ......................................................................... & Marketing

Sue Bargsten (Food) ...................................... DPI Specialty ......................................................................... Foods

Sarah Ramirez (Food) ................................... DPI Specialty ......................................................................... Foods

Jann Beecher-Seidel (Festival Luncheon) .. LeGrand ......................................................................... Marketing

Sharon Fails (Festival Luncheon) ................ Nasser Co., Inc. Patti Winsell (Festival Luncheon) Barbara Dolbee (Festival Luncheon) .......... Bonert’s Pies Gayle DeCaro (Festival Luncheon) ............ Gelson’s

ALDI has plans to enter California

Bob Dressler (Golf) ....................................... Advantage Action Dave MacDonald (Golf) ................................ Stremick’s ......................................................................... Heritage Foods

Steve Nguyen (Golf) ...................................... Unified Grocers Brian Svoboda (Golf) .................................... Carl Buddig

Jim Veregge (Sponsorship/Hosting) ............ Unified Grocers Silvia Quiroz (Sponsorship/Hosting) ........... Cardenas ......................................................................... Markets

Melissa Griffin (Sponsorship/Hosting) ....... Stater Bros. Liz Wilson (Sponsorship/Hosting) ............... Ralphs Grocery

Kristal Clark (Silent Auction/Advisor) ....... Advantage Sales ......................................................................... & Marketing

Della Frorenza (Silent Auction) ................... Nasser Co., Inc. Stacy Gilbert (Silent Auction) ...................... Smithfield/ ......................................................................... Farmland

Larry Eiffert (Entertainment) ..................... JTJ Sales Cynthia Yarak (Entertainment) Cheryl Van Den Hende (DDBC President) . Monterrey Susan Steele (DDBC, Registration) ............. Exec. Director Bill Mackie (Processor’s Marketing) .......... Treasurer Dave Daniel (Pacific Rim Publishing) ......... DDBC News

Industry News

German-owned discount grocery chain ALDI plans to continue its U.S. expansion with 45 new stores in Southern California over the next year, according to an an-nouncement on June 11.

A company spokesman said that the new outlets would be open by the end of 2016, creating about 1,100 jobs.

A regional headquarters and distribution center will be built in Moreno Valley, about 60 miles east of Los Angeles.

The expansion is part of a $3 billion plan to add 650 new stores across the nation.

The company opened its first U.S. store in 1976 and now says it has nearly 1,400 locations across 32 states.

ALDI is known for its focus on bulk pur-chasing and own-brand products.

The U.S. operation is part of a privately held German company Aldi Sued. It is the same company that operates the Trader Joe’s chain.

Raley’s Jim and Joyce Raley Teel have an-

nounced they will transfer majority owner-

vest in the Sacramento region. It’s poised for growth and so are we. This is our home, and we’re here to stay.”

Mike Teel will own 92 percent of the company and become majority owner, with his sisters equally sharing the remaining eight percent. Other details of the deal are a private family matter.

Over the last decade, Raley’s has focused on expanding products that customers want more of, including organic and natural food offerings. Under Mike Teel’s direction, Raley’s will continue to expand healthy of-ferings for customers with a focus on qual-ity customer service.

“I am honored to take Raley’s into the third generation of family leadership. This is an exciting time for the company, our team members and for me,” said Mike Teel. “I’m very proud, as my parents were, when they took on the responsibility of leading this company. I look forward to working with my sisters and the entire Raley’s team to honor our parents’ and our grandfather’s legacy.”

ship of Raley’s Family of Fine Stores to their son, Michael Teel, the company’s President & CEO. The Teel’s four daugh-ters will continue to hold minority owner-ship. Transitioning to a third generation of family ownership is an important step in keeping Raley’s a family-owned company and Northern California business leader.

In a letter to Raley’s employees, Jim and Joyce Teel stated, “This is a significant ac-complishment, as fewer than 12 percent of family businesses transition to a third gen-eration. With Mike’s passion and vision, we have great faith he will guide and grow the business for future generations.”

The Teel family is committed to continu-ing family ownership of the company for generations to come. This transition ensures the continued presence of a strong family- owned business, one of the largest privately held companies in the Sacramento area, that contributes positively to the region’s economy and community.

“My grandfather saw the potential in this area 80 years ago,” Mike Teel said, “I want to continue that legacy, and continue to in-

8 DDBC News, July-August 2015

DDBC of Southern California, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609; 562-947-7016; FAX: 562-947-7872; office@ddbcsocal.org.

Two-Night Package By Aug. 1 After Aug. 1

Deluxe Room Couple $1,299.00 $1,399.00 Deluxe Room Single $ 999.00 $1,099.00

Additonal night stay – Available for $250.00 each night. Two-night Seminar package includes hotel, taxes, resort fees, internet access, valet parking for one vehicle, all meals, entertainment and business sessions.

Children’s packages are available for $130.00 per child (Ages 5-12).

PAYMENT INFORMATION Register early to save money. Rooms are limited. Cancel-

lation policy: Payment of Seminar package will be refunded, less $100 administrative costs, if received prior to Aug. 1. After Aug. 1, payment fee is NOT refundable.

Names (For badges; include spouse’s name)

Enclosed payment summary: Seminar Payment $__________ Additional room night $__________ Golf $__________ Spa $__________ Children’s package $__________ Sponsorship/Hosting $__________

Total enclosed $__________

Company name Packages

Golf E-mail address

Make checks payable to: “DDBC of Southern California” and mail registration, along with payment, to: DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609.

47th National Seminar Presented by the DDBC Laguna Cliffs Marriott • Dana Point; Sept. 11-13, 2015

GOLF/SPA PACKAGES

GOLF: 7th Tisdell Cup – National DDBC Golf Scramble at Monarch Beach

Golf Club Friday, Sept. 11, 12:15 Tee Time - $250

Per Golfer or $950 Per Foursome

SPA: at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Spa, $250 Per Person

Spa

Specify: Couple ___ Single ___ Specify: Thursday ___ Sunday ___

Sponsor Levels Available: General $400 ___ Bronze $1,500 ___ Silver $2,500 ___ Gold $5,000 ___ Platinum $10,000 ___ Other ___

Name on Credit Card__________________________________

Credit Card number___________________________________

Signature___________________________________________

Expiration Date______________________________________

DDBC News, July-August 2015 9

2015 DDBC’s National Seminar Committee General Chairman

Laura Taketomo ............................................ Food 4 Less

Co-Chairman Lisa Juarez ..................................................... Cacique Inc.

Committees Ed Silva (AV) .................................................. Ralphs Michael Rodriques (AV) ............................... Ralphs

Connie Thatcher (Program) ......................... Advantage Sales ......................................................................... & Marketing

Sue Bargsten (Food) ...................................... DPI Specialty ......................................................................... Foods

Sarah Ramirez (Food) ................................... DPI Specialty ......................................................................... Foods

Jann Beecher-Seidel (Festival Luncheon) .. LeGrand ......................................................................... Marketing

Sharon Fails (Festival Luncheon) ................ Nasser Co., Inc. Patti Winsell (Festival Luncheon) Barbara Dolbee (Festival Luncheon) .......... Bonert’s Pies Gayle DeCaro (Festival Luncheon) ............ Gelson’s

ALDI has plans to enter California

Bob Dressler (Golf) ....................................... Advantage Action Dave MacDonald (Golf) ................................ Stremick’s ......................................................................... Heritage Foods

Steve Nguyen (Golf) ...................................... Unified Grocers Brian Svoboda (Golf) .................................... Carl Buddig

Jim Veregge (Sponsorship/Hosting) ............ Unified Grocers Silvia Quiroz (Sponsorship/Hosting) ........... Cardenas ......................................................................... Markets

Melissa Griffin (Sponsorship/Hosting) ....... Stater Bros. Liz Wilson (Sponsorship/Hosting) ............... Ralphs Grocery

Kristal Clark (Silent Auction/Advisor) ....... Advantage Sales ......................................................................... & Marketing

Della Frorenza (Silent Auction) ................... Nasser Co., Inc. Stacy Gilbert (Silent Auction) ...................... Smithfield/ ......................................................................... Farmland

Larry Eiffert (Entertainment) ..................... JTJ Sales Cynthia Yarak (Entertainment) Cheryl Van Den Hende (DDBC President) . Monterrey Susan Steele (DDBC, Registration) ............. Exec. Director Bill Mackie (Processor’s Marketing) .......... Treasurer Dave Daniel (Pacific Rim Publishing) ......... DDBC News

Industry News

German-owned discount grocery chain ALDI plans to continue its U.S. expansion with 45 new stores in Southern California over the next year, according to an an-nouncement on June 11.

A company spokesman said that the new outlets would be open by the end of 2016, creating about 1,100 jobs.

A regional headquarters and distribution center will be built in Moreno Valley, about 60 miles east of Los Angeles.

The expansion is part of a $3 billion plan to add 650 new stores across the nation.

The company opened its first U.S. store in 1976 and now says it has nearly 1,400 locations across 32 states.

ALDI is known for its focus on bulk pur-chasing and own-brand products.

The U.S. operation is part of a privately held German company Aldi Sued. It is the same company that operates the Trader Joe’s chain.

Raley’s Jim and Joyce Raley Teel have an-

nounced they will transfer majority owner-

vest in the Sacramento region. It’s poised for growth and so are we. This is our home, and we’re here to stay.”

Mike Teel will own 92 percent of the company and become majority owner, with his sisters equally sharing the remaining eight percent. Other details of the deal are a private family matter.

Over the last decade, Raley’s has focused on expanding products that customers want more of, including organic and natural food offerings. Under Mike Teel’s direction, Raley’s will continue to expand healthy of-ferings for customers with a focus on qual-ity customer service.

“I am honored to take Raley’s into the third generation of family leadership. This is an exciting time for the company, our team members and for me,” said Mike Teel. “I’m very proud, as my parents were, when they took on the responsibility of leading this company. I look forward to working with my sisters and the entire Raley’s team to honor our parents’ and our grandfather’s legacy.”

ship of Raley’s Family of Fine Stores to their son, Michael Teel, the company’s President & CEO. The Teel’s four daugh-ters will continue to hold minority owner-ship. Transitioning to a third generation of family ownership is an important step in keeping Raley’s a family-owned company and Northern California business leader.

In a letter to Raley’s employees, Jim and Joyce Teel stated, “This is a significant ac-complishment, as fewer than 12 percent of family businesses transition to a third gen-eration. With Mike’s passion and vision, we have great faith he will guide and grow the business for future generations.”

The Teel family is committed to continu-ing family ownership of the company for generations to come. This transition ensures the continued presence of a strong family- owned business, one of the largest privately held companies in the Sacramento area, that contributes positively to the region’s economy and community.

“My grandfather saw the potential in this area 80 years ago,” Mike Teel said, “I want to continue that legacy, and continue to in-

10 DDBC News, July-August 2015

47th DDBC’s National Seminar Sponsorship Form

We ask you to be a part of the seminar by donating to this fund. Your company’s name will be added to the list of sponsors and published each month in the DDBC News as well as recognition at the seminar. Sponsors of $1,500 or more will have their company logo on signage and in DDBC News.

Company Name

Individual’s Name

Business Address

City, State, Zip

Please mail your check, made payable to the DDBC Sponsorship Fund, to the DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609-1872, along with this form. Thank you for your consideration.

Planning for the DDBC’s 47th National Seminar, which is scheduled to take place Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Hotel in Dana Point, is well underway.

Each sponsorship aids in the development of quality pro-grams and learning experiences.

$400 General Sponsor $1,500 Bronze Sponsor $2,500 Silver Sponsor $5,000 Gold Sponsor $10,000 Platinum Sponsor

General Sponsor ($400) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure

Bronze Sponsor ($1,500) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

Silver Sponsor ($2,500) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Twosome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, La Costa Course

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Foursome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, Monarch Bay Course

• Includes 2 Night Complete Seminar Package Including Room, Meals, Business Sessions & Entertainment (Single or Couple) at La Costa Resort & Spa

• Specific Event Hosting and Recogni-tion During Seminar: Specific Event Choice Will Be Offered on a First Reserve Basis. Includes Extra Signage Recognition and Event Banner at Specific Hosted Event. Sponsoring Company Products Will Be Highlighted and/or Sampled During Event.

Platinum Sponsors Recieve Platinum Recognition!!!

Your Sponsorship levels Gold Sponsor ($5,000-$9,999)

Includes: • Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure at

Event • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Foursome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, La Costa Course

OR 2 Night Single Seminar Package in-cluding room, meals, Business Sessions & Entertainment at La Costa Resort and Spa

Platinum Sponsor ($10,000+) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News

Send news of your company to: Editor, DDBC News

P.O. Box 4533 Huntington Beach, CA 92647

or email: dave.pacrim@verizon.net

• Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

DDBC News, July-August 2015 11

47th National DDBC Seminar Sponsors

Silver

Platinum

Gold

Bronze

As of June 20 1. Yucatan 2. Butterball 3. Hidden Villa Ranch 4. Florida’s Natural 5. Unified Grocers 6. Eggland’s Best 7. J. Brass Company

Seminar Sponsors 8. Sargento Foods 9. Monterrey 10. Coca-Cola Refresh-ments 11. Daisy Brand 12. Aryzta/La Brea 13. King’s Hawaiian 14. Nasser Co., Inc.

15. Cacique, Inc. 16. Chobani 17. Crystal Farms 18. Alta Dena 19. Smithfield-Farm-land 20. La Mexicana 21. Lightlife Foods

22. Mission Foods 23. Reser’s Fine Foods 24. Sabra/Santa Barbara Salsa 25. Stacy’s Pita Chips 26. Stremick’s Heritage 27. WhiteWave Foods 28. Insight Food Sales

29. Bar-S Foods 30. Farmer John

10 DDBC News, July-August 2015

47th DDBC’s National Seminar Sponsorship Form

We ask you to be a part of the seminar by donating to this fund. Your company’s name will be added to the list of sponsors and published each month in the DDBC News as well as recognition at the seminar. Sponsors of $1,500 or more will have their company logo on signage and in DDBC News.

Company Name

Individual’s Name

Business Address

City, State, Zip

Please mail your check, made payable to the DDBC Sponsorship Fund, to the DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609-1872, along with this form. Thank you for your consideration.

Planning for the DDBC’s 47th National Seminar, which is scheduled to take place Sept. 11-13 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Hotel in Dana Point, is well underway.

Each sponsorship aids in the development of quality pro-grams and learning experiences.

$400 General Sponsor $1,500 Bronze Sponsor $2,500 Silver Sponsor $5,000 Gold Sponsor $10,000 Platinum Sponsor

General Sponsor ($400) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure

Bronze Sponsor ($1,500) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

Silver Sponsor ($2,500) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Twosome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, La Costa Course

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Foursome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, Monarch Bay Course

• Includes 2 Night Complete Seminar Package Including Room, Meals, Business Sessions & Entertainment (Single or Couple) at La Costa Resort & Spa

• Specific Event Hosting and Recogni-tion During Seminar: Specific Event Choice Will Be Offered on a First Reserve Basis. Includes Extra Signage Recognition and Event Banner at Specific Hosted Event. Sponsoring Company Products Will Be Highlighted and/or Sampled During Event.

Platinum Sponsors Recieve Platinum Recognition!!!

Your Sponsorship levels Gold Sponsor ($5,000-$9,999)

Includes: • Recognition in DDBC News • Recognition in Program Brochure at

Event • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

• Company Logo Displayed on Signage at Seminar

• Includes Golf Foursome at the DDBC Tisdell Cup Tournament, La Costa Course

OR 2 Night Single Seminar Package in-cluding room, meals, Business Sessions & Entertainment at La Costa Resort and Spa

Platinum Sponsor ($10,000+) Includes:

• Recognition in DDBC News

Send news of your company to: Editor, DDBC News

P.O. Box 4533 Huntington Beach, CA 92647

or email: dave.pacrim@verizon.net

• Recognition in Program Brochure • Company Logo Displayed on Large

Screens during All Business Sessions at Seminar

DDBC News, July-August 2015 11

47th National DDBC Seminar Sponsors

Silver

Platinum

Gold

Bronze

As of June 20 1. Yucatan 2. Butterball 3. Hidden Villa Ranch 4. Florida’s Natural 5. Unified Grocers 6. Eggland’s Best 7. J. Brass Company

Seminar Sponsors 8. Sargento Foods 9. Monterrey 10. Coca-Cola Refresh-ments 11. Daisy Brand 12. Aryzta/La Brea 13. King’s Hawaiian 14. Nasser Co., Inc.

15. Cacique, Inc. 16. Chobani 17. Crystal Farms 18. Alta Dena 19. Smithfield-Farm-land 20. La Mexicana 21. Lightlife Foods

22. Mission Foods 23. Reser’s Fine Foods 24. Sabra/Santa Barbara Salsa 25. Stacy’s Pita Chips 26. Stremick’s Heritage 27. WhiteWave Foods 28. Insight Food Sales

29. Bar-S Foods 30. Farmer John

12 DDBC News, July-August 2015

DDBC Happenings

City of Hope to be honored at July meeting

Dr. Joseph Alvernas, City of Hope

A tribute to the City of Hope will be the focus of the July membership meeting of the Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) on July 7 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Gar-den Grove.

“The DDBC has been a huge supporter of the City of Hope since our inception in 1960 and the relationship has flourished ever since,” said Susan Steele, Executive Diretor.

Over the years, the food industry has sup-ported the City of Hope through its various industry committees and the Southern Cali-fornia Food Industry Circle has helped to raise more than $145 million in support of the City of Hope in the past 40 years.

Dr. Joseph Alvernas will be the featured guest speaker. Dr. Alvernas has worked at the City of Hope’s Banner Transplant Pro-gram, which he helped co-found.

Dr. Alvernas is a national co-chair for two Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Tri-als Networks, which studies stem cell trans-plantation in HIV infected patients, along

2015 Membership Application/Renewal for DDBC of Southern California

As part of your annual membership, both Regular members and Associates will receive the DDBC News publication and the DDBC Resource Directory.

Send payment to: DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609-1872.

NameAssociate Member - $30

Company name

Your name

Address

City State Zip

Telephone number ( ) FAX ( )

E-mail:

Regular Member - $200

Name

There will be a special Silent Auction with the proceeds going to the City of Hope and the DDBC Scholarship Fund.

In addition, two Big Cheese Award hon-orees will be presented. They are Luke Abbott (Monterrey – The Natural Choice), who was profiled in the May-June issue, and Emily Aguilar (Daisy Brand), who also was profiled in the May-June issue.

Big Cheese Award winners for the re-mainder of the year are:

September: Robert Burke (Advantage Action).

October: Damian Valdez (Super King Markets).

November: Connie Thatcher (Advantage Sales & Marketing).

December: Melissa Griffin (Stater Bros.) There is no meeting in December. Her award will be presented at the November meeting.

The Dinner/Dance and Installation of Officers will be held Jan. 9 at Orange Hill Restaurant. with many other committees and boards.

La Mexicana Food Products4601 Pacific Boulevard, Vernon, CA 90058

Mark Dixon, Acosta Sales &

Marketing (714) 988-1319.

12 DDBC News, July-August 2015

DDBC Happenings

City of Hope to be honored at July meeting

Dr. Joseph Alvernas, City of Hope

A tribute to the City of Hope will be the focus of the July membership meeting of the Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) on July 7 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Gar-den Grove.

“The DDBC has been a huge supporter of the City of Hope since our inception in 1960 and the relationship has flourished ever since,” said Susan Steele, Executive Diretor.

Over the years, the food industry has sup-ported the City of Hope through its various industry committees and the Southern Cali-fornia Food Industry Circle has helped to raise more than $145 million in support of the City of Hope in the past 40 years.

Dr. Joseph Alvernas will be the featured guest speaker. Dr. Alvernas has worked at the City of Hope’s Banner Transplant Pro-gram, which he helped co-found.

Dr. Alvernas is a national co-chair for two Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Tri-als Networks, which studies stem cell trans-plantation in HIV infected patients, along

2015 Membership Application/Renewal for DDBC of Southern California

As part of your annual membership, both Regular members and Associates will receive the DDBC News publication and the DDBC Resource Directory.

Send payment to: DDBC, P.O. Box 1872, Whittier, CA 90609-1872.

NameAssociate Member - $30

Company name

Your name

Address

City State Zip

Telephone number ( ) FAX ( )

E-mail:

Regular Member - $200

Name

There will be a special Silent Auction with the proceeds going to the City of Hope and the DDBC Scholarship Fund.

In addition, two Big Cheese Award hon-orees will be presented. They are Luke Abbott (Monterrey – The Natural Choice), who was profiled in the May-June issue, and Emily Aguilar (Daisy Brand), who also was profiled in the May-June issue.

Big Cheese Award winners for the re-mainder of the year are:

September: Robert Burke (Advantage Action).

October: Damian Valdez (Super King Markets).

November: Connie Thatcher (Advantage Sales & Marketing).

December: Melissa Griffin (Stater Bros.) There is no meeting in December. Her award will be presented at the November meeting.

The Dinner/Dance and Installation of Officers will be held Jan. 9 at Orange Hill Restaurant. with many other committees and boards.

La Mexicana Food Products4601 Pacific Boulevard, Vernon, CA 90058

LA MEXICANA

Mark Dixon, Acosta Sales &

Marketing (714) 988-1319.

14 DDBC News, July-August 2015

May Meeting of DDBC

Members of Jean Dreshner’s family and guests in attendance included, seated, from left, Gail Bloom, Susie Warrington, Larry Dreshner, Jan Hornstein, and Charlene Hopkins. Standing are Craig McAlpin, Mitchell White, Rich Hornstein, Bob Hernandez, Vivian Dreshner Hopkins, and Espy Arenas.

A two-fold purpose at Casino Night The second Jean Dreshner Memorial

Casino Night and Mixer had a two-fold purpose in May ... to honor one of the more active retailers in the Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) of Southern California, and to have some fun while raising funds for the Lymphoma Foundation.

The gathering gave the DDBC members in attendance the opportunity to meet many members of the Dreshner family, including her husband, Bob Hernandez. Siblings Larry Dreshner, Jan Dreshner Hornstein, and Vivian Dreshner Hopkins, also were on hand, as well as their spouses and other fam-ily members.

Brother-in-law Rich Hornstein, along with his wife, Jan, Larry Dreshner, and Hernanez also spoke briefly.

Program Chairman Jim Veregge (Unified Grocers), a former co-worker of Dreshner’s, presented a slide show, featuring Dreshner in dozens of photos from DDBC events.

Dreshner was a regular at DDBC golf tournaments and several photos of her on various golf courses were shown, prompt-ing her brother to comment, “From the looks of this, you might think that Jean was a pro-fessional golfer. She was far from that,” he said with a laugh.

A flash drive was presented to the fam-ily following its presentation.

The remainder of the evening consisted of approximately three hours of Casino en-tertainment, featuring Black Jack tables, roulette, craps, and Texas Hold’em games.

Winners collected tickets in proportion to their amount of winnings and were able to place them in raffles for a wide variety of prizes donated by member companies.

There also was a bountiful buffet of Mexican foods in honor of Cinco de Mayo, which has become a tradition of DDBC meetings held in May ... even those meet-ings falling after May 5.

Jean Dreshner’s husband, Bob Hernandez, standing with DDBC Board member Cynthia Yarak, and brother Larry Dreshner, seated with Board member Patti Winsell.

Jean Dreshner

DDBC News, July-August 2015 15

May Casino Night

Ricky Mixon and Jessica Hua, both of Chobani.

Agustin Cabrera (Superior Grocers), Carlos Guerra (Supe-rior Grocers), and Jose Cardenas (Cacique, Inc.).

John Martinez (Mission Foods), with Joye Crosby, Damian Valdez and Mark Berge, all of Super King.

Members of the late Jean Dreshner’s family addressed the attendees. From left, brother-in-law Rich Hornstein, sister Jan Dreshner Hornstein, and brother Larry Dreshner.

Bar-S Foods associates Rafael Galvan, Tricia Phelps and Pilar Villasana are ready and waiting at a Hold’em table.

Mark Dixon and John Nielsen, both of Acosta, await more players at a Texas Hold’em table.

14 DDBC News, July-August 2015

May Meeting of DDBC

Members of Jean Dreshner’s family and guests in attendance included, seated, from left, Gail Bloom, Susie Warrington, Larry Dreshner, Jan Hornstein, and Charlene Hopkins. Standing are Craig McAlpin, Mitchell White, Rich Hornstein, Bob Hernandez, Vivian Dreshner Hopkins, and Espy Arenas.

A two-fold purpose at Casino Night The second Jean Dreshner Memorial

Casino Night and Mixer had a two-fold purpose in May ... to honor one of the more active retailers in the Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) of Southern California, and to have some fun while raising funds for the Lymphoma Foundation.

The gathering gave the DDBC members in attendance the opportunity to meet many members of the Dreshner family, including her husband, Bob Hernandez. Siblings Larry Dreshner, Jan Dreshner Hornstein, and Vivian Dreshner Hopkins, also were on hand, as well as their spouses and other fam-ily members.

Brother-in-law Rich Hornstein, along with his wife, Jan, Larry Dreshner, and Hernanez also spoke briefly.

Program Chairman Jim Veregge (Unified Grocers), a former co-worker of Dreshner’s, presented a slide show, featuring Dreshner in dozens of photos from DDBC events.

Dreshner was a regular at DDBC golf tournaments and several photos of her on various golf courses were shown, prompt-ing her brother to comment, “From the looks of this, you might think that Jean was a pro-fessional golfer. She was far from that,” he said with a laugh.

A flash drive was presented to the fam-ily following its presentation.

The remainder of the evening consisted of approximately three hours of Casino en-tertainment, featuring Black Jack tables, roulette, craps, and Texas Hold’em games.

Winners collected tickets in proportion to their amount of winnings and were able to place them in raffles for a wide variety of prizes donated by member companies.

There also was a bountiful buffet of Mexican foods in honor of Cinco de Mayo, which has become a tradition of DDBC meetings held in May ... even those meet-ings falling after May 5.

Jean Dreshner’s husband, Bob Hernandez, standing with DDBC Board member Cynthia Yarak, and brother Larry Dreshner, seated with Board member Patti Winsell.

Jean Dreshner

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May Casino Night

Ricky Mixon and Jessica Hua, both of Chobani.

Agustin Cabrera (Superior Grocers), Carlos Guerra (Supe-rior Grocers), and Jose Cardenas (Cacique, Inc.).

John Martinez (Mission Foods), with Joye Crosby, Damian Valdez and Mark Berge, all of Super King.

Members of the late Jean Dreshner’s family addressed the attendees. From left, brother-in-law Rich Hornstein, sister Jan Dreshner Hornstein, and brother Larry Dreshner.

Bar-S Foods associates Rafael Galvan, Tricia Phelps and Pilar Villasana are ready and waiting at a Hold’em table.

Mark Dixon and John Nielsen, both of Acosta, await more players at a Texas Hold’em table.

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Black jack players seem happy with their luck so far..

Texas Hold’em has become a popular game on Casino nights.

The craps table always had a crowd surrounding it.

Black jack started early as the first table opened.

Most of the tables were crowded throughout the evening.

Miriam Welch (Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions) with Emily Aguilar and Miguel Castelana, both of Daisy Brand.

May Casino Night

DDBC News, July-August 2015 17

Did someone say dessert?

Annette Uehara and Tom Ilharreguy, both of DPI Specialty Foods.

A buffet of Mexican Foods was available to those taking a break from the casino tables.

Program Chairman Jim Veregge (Unified Grocers) and President Cheryl Van Den Hende (Monterrey) served as Emcees. Veregge presented a tribute to Jean Dreshner.

May Casino Night

Thank you, Casino Night sponsors

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Black jack players seem happy with their luck so far..

Texas Hold’em has become a popular game on Casino nights.

The craps table always had a crowd surrounding it.

Black jack started early as the first table opened.

Most of the tables were crowded throughout the evening.

Miriam Welch (Albertsons/Vons/Pavilions) with Emily Aguilar and Miguel Castelana, both of Daisy Brand.

May Casino Night

DDBC News, July-August 2015 17

Did someone say dessert?

Annette Uehara and Tom Ilharreguy, both of DPI Specialty Foods.

A buffet of Mexican Foods was available to those taking a break from the casino tables.

Program Chairman Jim Veregge (Unified Grocers) and President Cheryl Van Den Hende (Monterrey) served as Emcees. Veregge presented a tribute to Jean Dreshner.

May Casino Night

Thank you, Casino Night sponsors

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DPI Specialty Foods Show

A western theme saw throngs of people mosey-ing through the DPI Specialty Foods show in May at the Pechanga Resort in Temecula.

The show has grown in the number of vendors and visitors over the years. A golf tournament was played the following day.

A new attraction this year was an impressive showing of dis-plays, also known as shippers. Many manufacturers are providing extra shelf space to supermarkets and grocery stores with the use of shippers, which is a self-contained display case that can be used anywhere there is available floor space.

Many of the vendors displaying their wares were in the spirit of the Western theme, outfitting their booths ... and themselves ... in appropriate cowboy and cowgirl get-up.

The show has outgrown its orginal space in one of the Pechanga ballrooms and took over lobbies and exterior hallways to accomodate everyone who wanted to take part.

Danny Alva (Ocean Beauty Seafoods/LASCCO) and Bob Dressler (Advantage Action).

Sue Bargsten (DPI Specialty Foods) poses with Jon Cryer (Bel Brands) ... and the Laughing Cow ... in a popular west-ern-themed booth.

Mark Dixon (Acosta), Lisa Henderson (Stater Bros.), Kristen Baum (Sabra) and Lupe Silva (Acosta).

Joe Petrone (Horizon Sales Corp.), Maria Romero (Smart & Final), and Don Kimball (Tryst Foods).

John Brass, Debbie Jones, Bret Presley and Diane Yanek, all of the J. Brass Company.

Western theme attracts crowds

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DPI Specialty Foods Show

Mark and Greg Poivre, both of Merit Marketing showing The Fathers Table products with Laura Russ (BB Bakery and Distributing).

Sandy Ryan (CSM Bakery), Bob Lanphere (Progressive Food Sales), Leonor Carlisto (CSM Bakery), and Jeff Mejia (DPI Specialty Foods).

Matt Davis (Reser’s) and Phil Kaupp (Tillamook) in adjoin-ing booths

Jim Basta (Mifroma), Gayle DeCaro (Gelson’s) and Barry Zuroff (Horizon Sales Corp.).

Phil Jackson (Vision Food Sales) showing Kasia’s Pierogi products.

Matt Hebert (Insight Food Sales), which had many prod-ucts on display in this aisle.

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DPI Specialty Foods Show

A western theme saw throngs of people mosey-ing through the DPI Specialty Foods show in May at the Pechanga Resort in Temecula.

The show has grown in the number of vendors and visitors over the years. A golf tournament was played the following day.

A new attraction this year was an impressive showing of dis-plays, also known as shippers. Many manufacturers are providing extra shelf space to supermarkets and grocery stores with the use of shippers, which is a self-contained display case that can be used anywhere there is available floor space.

Many of the vendors displaying their wares were in the spirit of the Western theme, outfitting their booths ... and themselves ... in appropriate cowboy and cowgirl get-up.

The show has outgrown its orginal space in one of the Pechanga ballrooms and took over lobbies and exterior hallways to accomodate everyone who wanted to take part.

Danny Alva (Ocean Beauty Seafoods/LASCCO) and Bob Dressler (Advantage Action).

Sue Bargsten (DPI Specialty Foods) poses with Jon Cryer (Bel Brands) ... and the Laughing Cow ... in a popular west-ern-themed booth.

Mark Dixon (Acosta), Lisa Henderson (Stater Bros.), Kristen Baum (Sabra) and Lupe Silva (Acosta).

Joe Petrone (Horizon Sales Corp.), Maria Romero (Smart & Final), and Don Kimball (Tryst Foods).

John Brass, Debbie Jones, Bret Presley and Diane Yanek, all of the J. Brass Company.

Western theme attracts crowds

DDBC News, July-August 2015 19

DPI Specialty Foods Show

Mark and Greg Poivre, both of Merit Marketing showing The Fathers Table products with Laura Russ (BB Bakery and Distributing).

Sandy Ryan (CSM Bakery), Bob Lanphere (Progressive Food Sales), Leonor Carlisto (CSM Bakery), and Jeff Mejia (DPI Specialty Foods).

Matt Davis (Reser’s) and Phil Kaupp (Tillamook) in adjoin-ing booths

Jim Basta (Mifroma), Gayle DeCaro (Gelson’s) and Barry Zuroff (Horizon Sales Corp.).

Phil Jackson (Vision Food Sales) showing Kasia’s Pierogi products.

Matt Hebert (Insight Food Sales), which had many prod-ucts on display in this aisle.

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Sokha Lim with a wide variety of cheese products from Norseland, Inc.

Maureen Parks (English Bay) with a great selection of cook-ies.

Laura Mastro (Mastro & Associates) with her display of dairy products.

Dean Sandello and Henry Rodriguez, both of Nasser Co., Inc.

Meghan Rodgers and Pamela Watts, both of Sierra Nevada Cheese Co.

Marc Draper, Geoff Draper and Mark Gates, all of LeGrand Marketing.

DPI Specialty Foods Show

DDBC News, July-August 2015 21

One of the many displays in the lobby area before entering the show proper.

A second display of shippers took up one of the middle aisles of the food show.

Kim Decker (Daniele) and Candace Allen (Insight Food Sales).

One of the displays of shippers went from one end of an aisle to the opposite end.

Staff Juelsson with many of Atalanta Corp.’s imported prod-ucts.

DPI Specialty Foods Show

Randy Aszman, Craig Covell and Noelle Covell, all of Reynaldo’s Mexican Foods.

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Sokha Lim with a wide variety of cheese products from Norseland, Inc.

Maureen Parks (English Bay) with a great selection of cook-ies.

Laura Mastro (Mastro & Associates) with her display of dairy products.

Dean Sandello and Henry Rodriguez, both of Nasser Co., Inc.

Meghan Rodgers and Pamela Watts, both of Sierra Nevada Cheese Co.

Marc Draper, Geoff Draper and Mark Gates, all of LeGrand Marketing.

DPI Specialty Foods Show

DDBC News, July-August 2015 21

One of the many displays in the lobby area before entering the show proper.

A second display of shippers took up one of the middle aisles of the food show.

Kim Decker (Daniele) and Candace Allen (Insight Food Sales).

One of the displays of shippers went from one end of an aisle to the opposite end.

Staff Juelsson with many of Atalanta Corp.’s imported prod-ucts.

DPI Specialty Foods Show

Randy Aszman, Craig Covell and Noelle Covell, all of Reynaldo’s Mexican Foods.

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Brad Noel (Chobani), Ricky Mixon (Chobani), Jessia Hua (Chobani), and Steve Nguyen (Unified Grocers).

Craig Jaunzemis (La Mexicana), Mark Dixon (Acosta), Helen Jones (La Mexicana), and Robert Jones.

Brian Svoboda (Carl Buddig), Mike Brooks), Jeff Rowley (Carl Buddig), Jack Miller (Premier Action Group) and Larry Eiffert (JTJ Sales).

Kaeli Soong, Riley Marshall, Christina Cullimore, and Tay-lor Clutes, all of Bay Cities.

Jose Cardenas, Lisa Juarez, Joe Valencia, and Bob Cashen, all of Cacique, Inc.

DDBC Spring Golf Tournament Familiar names in winner’s circle

The annual Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) of Southern California Spring Golf Tournament always brings out many first- time participants, but they couldn’t match a team from Lakeview Farms that has appeared in the winner’s circle many times.

Rob Graves, Christine Barrett and Bob Skeffington took home the top prize in what is becoming a habit for Graves and company.

The Lakeview Farms team finished in a tie with a fivesome anchored by Carl Buddig members, but won in a card-off at the end of the day.

The runners-up were Brian Svoboda and Jeff Rowley of Carl Buddig, Jack Miller (Premier Action Group), Larry Eiffert (JTJ Sales), and Mike Brooks.

Max Young (Tax and Financial Group) and Cathy Johnson (Ul-timate Source) won Closest to the Pin contests with Ernie Magana (Food 4 Less) and Riley Marshall (Bay Cities) taking Longest Drive honors. Greg Turbes (Saputo) won the Putting Contest.

DDBC News, July-August 2015 23

Kevin Draper (LeGrand Marketing), Alan Goudge (The Garvey Group), Maureen Parks (English Bay) and Paul Miller (Monterrey).

Chris Denney (Super King), Rich Schmidt (Super King), Patrick Jacobo (V&V Supremo), Damiam Valdez (Super King).

Brad Spawton (Acosta), Brian Giebler (Alliance Managed Sales), Ernie Magana (Food 4 Less), and Al Berrezuetona (Food 4 Less).

Steve Bernhardt (Food 4 Less), Ivan Smith (Alliance Man-aged Sales), Astrid Buehler (Food 4 Less), Marty Velasquez (Food 4 Less).

Gary Lofgren (Del Real), Lulu Vargas (Magnolia Foods), Leticia Magdalano (Magnolia Foods), Jessie Gaxiole (Magnolia Foods).

Darrell Ikeda (Ralphs), Cliff Potter (Advantage Sales & Marketing), and Wade Zoroya (Sargento).

DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

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Brad Noel (Chobani), Ricky Mixon (Chobani), Jessia Hua (Chobani), and Steve Nguyen (Unified Grocers).

Craig Jaunzemis (La Mexicana), Mark Dixon (Acosta), Helen Jones (La Mexicana), and Robert Jones.

Brian Svoboda (Carl Buddig), Mike Brooks), Jeff Rowley (Carl Buddig), Jack Miller (Premier Action Group) and Larry Eiffert (JTJ Sales).

Kaeli Soong, Riley Marshall, Christina Cullimore, and Tay-lor Clutes, all of Bay Cities.

Jose Cardenas, Lisa Juarez, Joe Valencia, and Bob Cashen, all of Cacique, Inc.

DDBC Spring Golf Tournament Familiar names in winner’s circle

The annual Dairy Deli Bakery Council (DDBC) of Southern California Spring Golf Tournament always brings out many first- time participants, but they couldn’t match a team from Lakeview Farms that has appeared in the winner’s circle many times.

Rob Graves, Christine Barrett and Bob Skeffington took home the top prize in what is becoming a habit for Graves and company.

The Lakeview Farms team finished in a tie with a fivesome anchored by Carl Buddig members, but won in a card-off at the end of the day.

The runners-up were Brian Svoboda and Jeff Rowley of Carl Buddig, Jack Miller (Premier Action Group), Larry Eiffert (JTJ Sales), and Mike Brooks.

Max Young (Tax and Financial Group) and Cathy Johnson (Ul-timate Source) won Closest to the Pin contests with Ernie Magana (Food 4 Less) and Riley Marshall (Bay Cities) taking Longest Drive honors. Greg Turbes (Saputo) won the Putting Contest.

DDBC News, July-August 2015 23

Kevin Draper (LeGrand Marketing), Alan Goudge (The Garvey Group), Maureen Parks (English Bay) and Paul Miller (Monterrey).

Chris Denney (Super King), Rich Schmidt (Super King), Patrick Jacobo (V&V Supremo), Damiam Valdez (Super King).

Brad Spawton (Acosta), Brian Giebler (Alliance Managed Sales), Ernie Magana (Food 4 Less), and Al Berrezuetona (Food 4 Less).

Steve Bernhardt (Food 4 Less), Ivan Smith (Alliance Man-aged Sales), Astrid Buehler (Food 4 Less), Marty Velasquez (Food 4 Less).

Gary Lofgren (Del Real), Lulu Vargas (Magnolia Foods), Leticia Magdalano (Magnolia Foods), Jessie Gaxiole (Magnolia Foods).

Darrell Ikeda (Ralphs), Cliff Potter (Advantage Sales & Marketing), and Wade Zoroya (Sargento).

DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

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DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

Jeff Nachreiner (Harvest Food Distributors), Dean Sandello (Nasser), Greg Turbes (Saputo), Henry Rodriguez (Nasser).

Darryl Merrick, Dan Olmsted, Herman Perdomo, and Joe Fellin, all of Tampico.

Rick Walker (Conception to Consumption), Rich Gillmore (Gelson’s), and Brad Wark (Perfect Bar).

Bryan Robinson (Advantage), Connie Thatcher (Advantage), Dave MacDonald (Stremicks Heritage Foods), Stu Victor (Advantage).

Pat Nunez (Bar-S), Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less), Paula Antrasian (Bar-S) and Pilar Villasana (Bar-S).

Victor Gastellum (Alta Dena), Silvia Quiroz (Cardenas Markets), Mary Crocker (Alta Dena), Omar Rodriguez (Alta Dena).

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DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

Maria Newkirk and Veronica Barraza, both of Cacique, serv-ing quesadillas.

Nathan Carrillo (Dolores Canning), Rey Garza (Bar-S) and Rafael Galvan (Bar-S) ... feeding the golfers on the turn.

Gema Brambila, Eduardo Ramirez and Wilson Silva, all of Cardenas Markets serving Mexican treats.

Carly Capper (Dannon), long drive hitter Bill Gomez (Smithfield John Morrell), Monica Pasqual (Dannon), and Penny Van Maanen (Advantage Sales & Marketing).

The Dairy Del i Bakery Council is proud to recognize the following companies which have helped make the Spring Golf Classic a success:

Acosta Advantage Sales & Marketing Alliance Managed Sales Alta Dena Aveeno AXE Bar-S Foods Bay Cities Bel Pastry Bimbo Bakeries Cacique, Inc. Cardenas Markets Carl Buddig Casa Cardenas Tortillas

Chobani CMC Sales Coca-Cola Dannon Del Real Mexican Food Delallo Dolores Canning DPI Specialty Foods DPGS & 7-Up Eggland’s Best Ehrmann English Bay Farmer John Florida’s Natural Food 4 Less Frito Lay Helados Mexico

Thank you Hidden Villa Ranch Insight Food Sales J Bar B Sausage Joseph Farms JTJ Sales KDS Marketing LALA Foods Lakeview Farms La Mexicana Salsa LeGrand Marketing Los Altos Foods Magnolia Foods Mastro & Associates Mission Foods Minute Maid Monster Monterrey the natural choice

Nasser Co., Inc. Orange Bakery Otis Spunkmeyer Plumrose USA Processor’s Marketing & Research Quest Sales & Marketing Rosemary Farms Sahale Sargento Sensation Smithfield Sonora Corp. Stacy’s Pita Chips Storck Candy Stremicks Heritage Foods Tampico Tijeras Creek GC V&V Supremo

Thank you to any donators that may have been omitted.

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DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

Jeff Nachreiner (Harvest Food Distributors), Dean Sandello (Nasser), Greg Turbes (Saputo), Henry Rodriguez (Nasser).

Darryl Merrick, Dan Olmsted, Herman Perdomo, and Joe Fellin, all of Tampico.

Rick Walker (Conception to Consumption), Rich Gillmore (Gelson’s), and Brad Wark (Perfect Bar).

Bryan Robinson (Advantage), Connie Thatcher (Advantage), Dave MacDonald (Stremicks Heritage Foods), Stu Victor (Advantage).

Pat Nunez (Bar-S), Laura Taketomo (Food 4 Less), Paula Antrasian (Bar-S) and Pilar Villasana (Bar-S).

Victor Gastellum (Alta Dena), Silvia Quiroz (Cardenas Markets), Mary Crocker (Alta Dena), Omar Rodriguez (Alta Dena).

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DDBC Spring Golf Tournament

Maria Newkirk and Veronica Barraza, both of Cacique, serv-ing quesadillas.

Nathan Carrillo (Dolores Canning), Rey Garza (Bar-S) and Rafael Galvan (Bar-S) ... feeding the golfers on the turn.

Gema Brambila, Eduardo Ramirez and Wilson Silva, all of Cardenas Markets serving Mexican treats.

Carly Capper (Dannon), long drive hitter Bill Gomez (Smithfield John Morrell), Monica Pasqual (Dannon), and Penny Van Maanen (Advantage Sales & Marketing).

The Dairy Del i Bakery Council is proud to recognize the following companies which have helped make the Spring Golf Classic a success:

Acosta Advantage Sales & Marketing Alliance Managed Sales Alta Dena Aveeno AXE Bar-S Foods Bay Cities Bel Pastry Bimbo Bakeries Cacique, Inc. Cardenas Markets Carl Buddig Casa Cardenas Tortillas

Chobani CMC Sales Coca-Cola Dannon Del Real Mexican Food Delallo Dolores Canning DPI Specialty Foods DPGS & 7-Up Eggland’s Best Ehrmann English Bay Farmer John Florida’s Natural Food 4 Less Frito Lay Helados Mexico

Thank you Hidden Villa Ranch Insight Food Sales J Bar B Sausage Joseph Farms JTJ Sales KDS Marketing LALA Foods Lakeview Farms La Mexicana Salsa LeGrand Marketing Los Altos Foods Magnolia Foods Mastro & Associates Mission Foods Minute Maid Monster Monterrey the natural choice

Nasser Co., Inc. Orange Bakery Otis Spunkmeyer Plumrose USA Processor’s Marketing & Research Quest Sales & Marketing Rosemary Farms Sahale Sargento Sensation Smithfield Sonora Corp. Stacy’s Pita Chips Storck Candy Stremicks Heritage Foods Tampico Tijeras Creek GC V&V Supremo

Thank you to any donators that may have been omitted.

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Indians fans clearly love their hot dog as they turned out in droves to vote,” said Mittenthal. “It’s not only a classic dog, but the Indians also offer the local Bertman’s mustard to top it with, making for a perfect ballpark experience.”

Fans who voted in all 15 matchups won a free NHDSC t-shirt, while the participant who shared the polls with the most people

on Facebook received a gift card for their favorite hot dogs or sausage.

For more on annual consumption data, hot dog and sausage facts, culture and more visit www.hot-dog.org.

About the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council: Established in 1994 by the American Meat Institute, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council serves as an information resource to consumers and me-dia on questions related to quality, safety, nutrition and preparation of hot dogs and sausages. The Council also celebrates hot dogs and sausages as iconic American foods.

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11 – Veterans Day. 26 – Thanksgiving.

December 6-14 – Hanukkah. 25 – Christmas.

2016 January

9 – DDBC Dinner Dance and Installa-tion of Officers. Orange Hill Restaurant. In-formation: 562-947-7016.

18 – Martin Luther King Jr. birthday. February

2-3 – California League of Food Proces-sors Expo, Sacramento Convention Center. Information: www.clfp.com.

15 – President’s Day. March

11-13 – Natural Products Expo West, Anahiem Convention Center. Information: www.expowest.com.

27 – Easter. April

5 – Cinco de Mayo. 9-13 – Western Association of Food

Chains Convention, Honolulu. 22-30 – Passover.

May 5 – Cinco de Mayo. 30 – Memorial Day.

June 5-7 – IDDBA Dairy Deli Bake, Hous-

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4 – Independence Day. September

5 – Labor Day. 16 – Mexican Independence Day.

October 2-4 – Rosh Hashanah. 11-12 – Yom Kippur.

November 11 – Veterans Day. 24 – Thanksgiving.

December 24-Jan. 1 – Hanukkah. 25 – Christmas Day.

2017 January

16 – Martin Luther King Jr. birthday. February

20 – President’s Day. April

11-18 – Passover. 16 – Easter.

22-26 – Western Association of Food Chains Convention, Palm Desert.

May 5 – Cinco de Mayo. 29 – Memorial Day.

June 4-6 – IDDBA Dairy Deli Bake, Anaheim Convention Center. Information: www.iddba.org.

July 4 – Independence Day.

September 4 – Labor Day. 16 – Mexican Independence Day. 20-22 – Rosh Hashanah. 29-30 – Yom Kippur.

November 11 – Veterans Day. 23 – Thanksgiving.

December 13-30 – Hanukkah. 25 – Christmas Day.

2018 June

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