Leahy-IFP Named One of the Best Places to Work in Chicago in 2025
In this article you will find: Leahy-IFP is thrilled and honored to be named to Crain’s Chicago Business 2025 list of the Best Places to Work in Chicago. The announcement was made at a reception in Chicago on September 10 and will also be featured in the upcoming print edition of Crain’s Chicago Business. Each year, […]
A Natural Fit
FINLAYS ACQUIRES LEAHY-IFP TO DRIVE LONG-TERM GROWTH IN NATURAL BEVERAGES THROUGH BOLD INNOVATION, MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE AND EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE. Finlays, a leading global B2B beverage solutions provider, is delighted to announce it has completed the purchase of Leahy-IFP, a major aseptic packer and formulator of natural fruit-based beverages headquartered in Glenview, Illinois. Finlays will integrate […]
People + Process = An Opportunity to Maximize Potential in Every Aspect
By: Darnell E. Ross, Leahy-IFP President and CEO In this article, you will find: I was asked a very interesting but simple question recently. “What about the business at Leahy (meaning Leahy-IFP, CPS, and NLX as one) keeps you up at night?” Surprisingly, my answer to that question has evolved over the years. Many years […]
We Ranked #17 on Crain’s Chicago Business Best Places to Work —It’s Our 5th Straight Year and Highest Ranking Yet
By: Tara Jewell, Marketing Insights Associate In this article, you will learn about: When our founder conceived of Leahy-IFP, it would have been hard for him to envision the remarkable growth and success that his unassuming little company located outside Chicago would achieve. You might be wondering, ‘Why? What’s so special about Leahy-IFP?’ Well, there […]
Driving Sustainable Change: The Vital Role of a Green Team
By: De’Airius Salibi, Ideation Manager In this article, you will find: In today’s rapidly changing world, the importance of sustainability and environmental awareness cannot be overstated—especially not by those in the historically carbon-heavy food and beverage industry. With concerns about climate change, resource depletion, and waste management growing, organizations must now become proactive to minimize […]
Why You’ll Never Hear “If It Ain’t Broke Don’t Fix It” at Leahy-IFP
By: Varris Holmes, Marketing Manager In this article, you will find: You won’t hear the old saying “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it” on the lips of Leahy-IFP team members, and it isn’t just because we don’t like the word ain’t. While that approach might work for some, we think of it as a […]
Leahy-IFP is Fostering a Thriving Workplace Environment in the Post-Covid World
By: Mike Leahy, Chief Executive Officer In this article, you will find: As we look to new ways of working post-COVID-19, it brings to mind how important employee engagement is to building a great company culture. Creating a sense of belonging, fostering teamwork, and boosting morale are foundational elements to accomplish this. When our team […]
Look to the Mediterranean for Healthy Lifestyle Inspiration
By: Tara Jewell, Marketing Insights Associate In this article, you will learn about: As flu/Covid/RSV “triple-demic” lingers over the winter months, more people than ever are embracing healthier choices in their everyday lives— from ‘better for you’ beverage infusions and food, to more regular exercise, to a greater focus on mental well-being. At Leahy-IFP, we […]
The Importance of Reflection
By: Darnell Ross, President/Chief Operating Officer In this article, you will find: It is absolutely amazing to know that the end of the year is upon us. It seems like only yesterday that we were preparing budgets and planning for 2022. Since the era of COVID, the foodservice industry has seen many challenges that we, […]
Fulfilling History and Promise – 4oz Single-Serve FruitBlendz™ Fruit Purée Cups Have Arrived
By: Varris Holmes, Marketing Manager In this article, you will find: At Leahy-IFP, we strongly believe in our commitment to creating a more fruitful life for everyone. That promise is to all of the operators we work with in all segments, like bars and restaurants, colleges and universities as well as healthcare organizations, daycare and […]