<p> SpartanNash, the company created by the merger between Spartan Stores and Nash Finch, is receiving a $2.75 million incentive to retain its presence in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The incentive was recently approved by the Michigan Economic Development Program to keep 620 existing jobs and create 72 new jobs, while providing flexibility for the company’s future growth needs, according to a press release.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> “We are pleased that this merger has enabled our company to create a stronger organization and provide a platform for growth,” said Dennis Eidson, president and CEO of SpartanNash. “We appreciate all of the support and assistance provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation during this process. Our partnership with state and local leaders will ensure the continuing growth of our company for years to come.”<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> SpartanNash says it will continue to retain a strong regional presence in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Norfolk, Virginia. The company has chosen Western Michigan as its headquarters due to it being centrally located to the merged entities operations, the positive business climate taking hold in Michigan, including a more favorable tax environment, and the quality of life the state provides for its associates.</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href=" http://www.spartannash.com/investors" target="_new"> SpartanNash </a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
