<p><strong>Phoenix, AZ</strong><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Sprouts Farmers Markets has announced two executive leadership appointments. Shon Boney was appointed to Chairman of the Board after serving as CEO since the company’s founding in 2002. Sprouts President Doug Sanders will assume the role of President and CEO, where he will continue to oversee all day-to-day aspects of running the business.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Mr. Boney will continue to develop the strategic vision for Sprouts and support the company’s growth, according to a press release. Shon Boney comments on Mr. Sanders’ transition to CEO, stating, “There comes a time in the growth of every successful company when the founders recognize they need to pass the baton to new leadership… Given Doug’s long-standing and successful tenure at Sprouts, my expectation is that this will be a seamless transition.” He adds, “I look forward to continuing to provide strategic guidance as an active Board Chairman going forward.”<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Mr. Sanders comments, “I have nothing but respect and admiration for shon, this great company he built, and the steps he has taken to position Sprouts for the future.”</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.sprouts.com/" target="_new"> Sprouts</a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
