<p> Publix is welcoming Casey Suarez as the new Vice President of Distribution, effective May 3, following the retirement of Richard Schuler.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> For forty years, Schuler has dedicated himself to working throughout a number of positions within Publix’s distribution centers.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> “Richard has made significant contributions to Publix, most notable of which is developing a strong and viable distribution support function for our stores,” said Ed Crenshaw, CEO. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to advocating for his customers and committed to the training and development of his associates. We wish him the very best as he begins the next chapter of his life.”<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> According to a press release, in 1973, Schuler began as an unloader in the company’s Miami distribution center. In 1979, he was promoted to grocery supervisor, fresh pack supervisor in 1982, and produce department head in 1987. He moved to the Deerfield distribution center as dispatch superintendent in 1991 and transferred back to Miami in 1995 as Miami distribution manager. Schuler was promoted to his current position in 2000.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Casey Suarez has worked for Publix for 36 years, beginning as a part-time produce clerk in 1978. He was promoted to store manager in 1988 and Miami Division district manager in 1994. In 2011, he was relocated to Lakeland to assume the position of director of warehousing.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> “Casey’s background in retail operations and in warehousing gives him the unique ability to have insights into both functions of our business,” said Mike Smith, Sr. Vice President of Distribution and Manufacturing. “He has strong leadership abilities, which include engaging his associates, creating an inclusive workforce and promoting a strong sense of our Publix culture. We’re confident Casey and his team will continue to build a strong supply chain.”<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Congratulations on your new position, Casey, and enjoy your retirement, Richard!</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.publix.com/about/CompanyOverview.do" target="_new"> Publix </a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
