GRAND RAPIDS, MI - SpartanNash has continued to strengthen its People First culture while executing its ambitious Our Winning Recipe™ strategy, which has gained the company recognition across the retail sector. In celebration of these recent successes, SpartanNash Chief Executive Officer Tony Sarsam recently rang the Nasdaq Opening Bell.
"What began with a small candy store in 1885 has evolved into a global enterprise that is essential to America's food supply chain," Sarsam said. "We have served our communities throughout changing periods in history—and perhaps none more so than through the pandemic. SpartanNash and our 17,500 Associates have been executing with excellence and have orchestrated a remarkable turnaround. Now, we are transforming and pivoting for growth. Every day, every week, and every month—we are playing to win."
At the ringing of the bell, Sarsam was joined by members of the SpartanNash executive team and other senior leaders from across the company. According to a press release, the ringing of the opening bell took place in New York City and was broadcast live on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox Business, and other national news networks, and headshots of SpartanNash Associates across all levels of the organization were displayed on the seven-story Nasdaq Tower in Times Square.
The ceremony followed SpartanNash's first-ever Investor Day, which took place on November 2. During the event, Sarsam joined Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Jason Monaco and other members of the grocer's executive ring to highlight key details of its Our Winning Recipe blueprint and its long-term financial targets.
"At SpartanNash, we understand that when our customers win, our investors win," Monaco said. "As a food solutions company, continuing to innovate and advocate for what is best for consumers remains a top priority. We believe our strategic approach will help capture share, drive results, and increase value for our shareholders."
What an exciting time for the SpartanNash team! As more retail updates come to light, ANUK will be here to report.
