Minnesota Grocers Association Recognizes Winners

The Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA), St. Paul, MN, named Kris Kowalski Christiansen of Kowalski’s Companies, Inc., its 2024 Outstanding Grocer.

Michael Koehler, director of retail strategic regional accounts of Blue Bunny/Wells Enterprises, received the MGA’s 2024 Outstanding Vendor Award.

Jamie Pfuhl, president of the Minnesota Grocers Association, was inducted into the MGA Hall of Fame in recognition of her outstanding service and exemplary contributions to Minnesota’s food industry. This honor coincides with her Aug. 30, 2024, retirement.

Doug Winsor of Jerry’s Enterprises, Inc. in Edina, MN, was named chair of the Minnesota Grocers Association. He took over the position on July 28, 2024, from Chris Quisberg of S & R Quisberg, Inc. in Baxter, MN.

The awards were presented July 28, 2024, at the association’s annual conference in Brainerd, MN.