More than 170 grocery retailers, manufacturers and wholesalers from across the state joined the inaugural Top Shot @ Topgolf tournament on Thursday, November 4 for a day of networking and fundraising for the CGAEF College Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs.
“This new style of golf tournament is a fantastic opportunity to help fund our two main giving programs, network with industry peers and welcomes players of all skill levels,” said CGAEF President Ron Fong. “The Foundation is extremely appreciative of the many companies that joined this first-of-its-kind tournament. Your support helps deserving college students of all ages fulfill their educational goals.”
Tournament Winners
First Place – Lagunitas Brewing Company
German Zuniga
Andy Howk
Dan Parr
Bryce DeHaven
Second Place – Mark Anthony Brands
Scott Kimbow
Brandon Molisee
Myron Devoto
Third Place – Grocery Outlet
Darius Tehranchi
Craig Hamasaki
Brent Lindsay
Ross Frederickson
Jeff Phillips
Best Effort Winner
Fred Gross, C&S Wholesale Grocers
Retailer Participation
Costco Wholesale
Mark Kalkbrenner, Liquor Buyer, Bay Area Region
Jennifer Ortega, Dry Grocery Buyer, Bay Area Region
Jon Wistrand, Assistant General Merchandise Manager, Bay Area Region
Jonathan Galvan, Assistant Deli Buyer, Los Angeles Region
Brian Zuhlke, Sundries Buyer, Los Angeles Region
Food 4 Less/Rancho San Miguel Markets
Carlos Carrasco, Buyer
Marty Colridge, Director of Center Store
Jimmy Masuda, Buyer
Mike Molinar, VP, Finance
Chris Podesto, General Manager
Brian Schmitz, Buyer
Gelson’s Markets
Hee-Sook Nelson, Vice President, Team Development & Public Affairs
Jacquie Slobom, Senior Director, Store Operations
Grocery Outlet, Inc.
Jon Decker, VP, Sales & Merchandising – West
Greg Kobayashi, Director, Beer, Wine & Spirits
Paul Miller, VP, Grocery Purchasing
Jon Stewart, Director, Fresh Meat
Weldon Weatherly, VP, Purchasing – Deli, Frozen & Meat
Mar-Val Food Stores
Tyler Kidd, Supervisor/Buyer/Produce Supervisor
Casey Rodacker, Supervisor/Buyer
Mollie Stone’s Markets
Aaron Stone
Elliott Stone
Kramer Weed
North State Grocery
Brad Askeland, VP, North Division
Mike Bible, VP, Dry Grocery & Marketing
Dave Parrish, VP, Perishables
Nutricion Fundamental, Inc.
Michael Amiri, CEO
Jon Giannini, General Manager
Raley’s
Kat Alvestal, Category Manager – Dry Grocery/Pantry
Suzi Bryan, Director, Edibles
JoAnn Crosthwaite, Category Manager – HBC/OTC
Anthony Dyer, Senior Category Manager – Alcohol
Joe Lima, Senior Category Manager – Frozen/DSD Bread
Kira Logsdon, Category Manager – Snacks/Breakfast
Chris Pecot, Director, Non Edibles
Jeff Tawson, Category Manager – Household/Pet
Cody Thornhill, Category Manager – Beer
Safeway
Mindy Barber, Assistant Sales Manager – Grocery
Mariah Clinton, Assistant Sales Manager – Grocery
Reyna Fedelin, Assistant Sales Manager – Spirits
Michael Pinney, Assisiant Sales Manager – Beer
Robert Smith, Assistant Category Manager – Albertsons Companies National Team
Kristin Zierau, Director, Marketing
Smart & Final Stores
Will Miller, Vice President, Produce
Mike Swart, Senior Director, Merchandising
Rich Tovatt, Group Vice President, Perishables & Merchandising
Daryl Zgodzay, Vice President, Perishables
The Save Mart Companies
Ken Bodiker, Senior Category Manager, Grocery
Vincent Dickinson, Senior Category Manager, Non-Food & Alcohol
Andy Vargas, Senior Category Manager, Produce
Josh Zodikoff, Senior Category Manager, Bakery & Deli
United Markets
Kelly Smith, President
