Dave Staples appointed president of SpartanNash

SpartanNash, Grand Rapids, Mich., said its board of directors appointed Dave Staples president of the company. Staples, who also will continue in his role as chief operating officer, will continue to report directly to Dennis Eidson, chairman and CEO.

As president and chief operating officer, Staples will lead SpartanNash's overall strategy implementation and execution, and direct all operating aspects of the retail, wholesale and military distribution business segments. His appointment will allow Eidson to continue to focus on long-term strategic growth opportunities, the company said.

“Dave has been an instrumental member of our team for the past 16 years and a key leader in our transformational merger in 2013,” Eidson noted. “Dave has been serving as SpartanNash's chief operating officer since March 1, 2015, and his leadership in integrating and optimizing the wholesale and military supply chains has been tremendous.”