Good Food Holdings Announces Leadership Transition

CEO Neil Stern Retires; President & COO Adam Caldecott Appointed Chief Executive Officer

CARSON, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Food Holdings (GFH), a portfolio of five premium and natural food retail brands across California and the Pacific Northwest, today announced that CEO Neil Stern will retire from his role and that President and Chief Operating Officer Adam Caldecott has been appointed Chief Executive Officer & President, effective October 5.

Caldecott succeeds Stern following more than six years of leadership at Good Food Holdings. In addition to serving as President and COO, Caldecott has held CEO leadership roles across multiple Good Food Holdings banners and brings decades of experience in grocery retail.

Under Stern's leadership, Good Food Holdings strengthened and expanded its portfolio while continuing to invest in its people, capabilities, and communities. Today, the company supports more than 7,500 employees across 57 West Coast locations representing Bristol Farms, Lazy Acres Natural Market, New Leaf Community Markets, Metropolitan Market, and New Seasons Market.

"It has been a privilege to lead this remarkable group of companies and the people who bring them to life every day," said Neil Stern, outgoing CEO. "Adam has been a trusted partner and is exactly the right leader for what comes next. I'm looking forward to supporting the team as they build on this foundation and remaining a part of this incredible industry as an advisor and board member."

Caldecott began his career with Bristol Farms in 1995 as a clerk in the meat department and has since held leadership positions across the company's brands and operations.

"I started at Bristol Farms in 1995 as a clerk in the meat department, and I remain grateful every day for the opportunities this company has provided me," said Caldecott. "Neil's leadership has helped build a thriving organization, and I am honored to succeed him. Our future is rooted in the talented teams across our banners, our incredible customers, and the unique communities we serve. We will continue investing in our people, supporting innovation, and preserving the distinctive character that makes each of our brands special."

Good Food Holdings' five banners maintain their own identities, local leadership, cultures, and connections to the communities they serve. The company supports each brand through shared expertise, operational capabilities, and long-term investment while preserving the qualities that make each banner distinctive.

Across its portfolio, Good Food Holdings focuses on exceptional food retailing, customer experience, team member development, community engagement, and continued innovation in the grocery industry.

About Good Food Holdings

Good Food Holdings is a collection of five premium and natural food retail brands serving communities across California and the Pacific Northwest: Bristol Farms, Lazy Acres Natural Market, Metropolitan Market, New Seasons Market, and New Leaf Community Markets. Each banner maintains its own identity, leadership, culture, and connection to the customers and communities it serves. GFH supports its brands through shared expertise, operational excellence, and long-term investment while preserving what makes each banner distinctive.

Good Food Holdings believes strong local brands, led by local teams, and supported by long-term stewardship, are best positioned to thrive in today's food retail environment. For more information, contact [email protected].

SOURCE Good Food Holdings