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Performance Food Group Reports Strong Sales and Profit Growth Despite Decline in Net Income
One of the largest distributors in foodservice, Performance Food Group, has announced results from its fourth quarter and fiscal year.
Quarterly Highlights
The company saw case volume increase by 11.9%. Independent Foodservice case volume rose 20.4%, while Organic Independent Foodservice case volume increased 5.9%.
Net sales were $16.9 billion, rising 11.5% for the period. Gross profit for the quarter grew 14.6% to $2 billion. This growth in sales and profit can be attributed to recent acquisitions, including that...
Performance Food Group Company Announces Executive Leadership Team Changes
Performance Food Group Company (PFG) is pleased to announce its board of directors has approved two changes to PFG’s leadership team. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, Scott McPherson has been promoted to President & Chief Operating Officer (COO), while Craig Hoskins will transition into the newly established position of Executive Vice President (EVP) & Chief Development Officer.
In his new role, McPherson will continue overseeing PFG’s three business segments: Foodservice, Convenience and Vistar. He will focus on the company’s growth and will be responsible for all aspects of these businesses...
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