<p><strong>SKOKIE, IL</strong> - Topco Associates LLC is welcoming a new appointment to the company. Randall J. "Randy" Skoda, who served as Interim President and CEO since last December, has been named President and CEO with unanimous approval by the Topco Board of Directors, according to a recent press release.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Mr. Skoda has more than ten years of experience with the company, working his way up the management ladder. He held the position of Executive Vice President for over four years before stepping into his role as interim President and CEO.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Steve Smith, Topco's Chairman and K-VA-T Food Stores, Inc. President and CEO, states, "Speaking on behalf of the board, we are excited about the leadership and experience Randy brings to his new role." Mr. Smith, continues, "Given the economic realities facing consumers and the grocery industry, the strategic importance of Topco to its food-industry member-owners has never been greater. Randy's extensive knowledge of Topco and the grocery industry will help drive more value for each of Topco's 51 members as well as take this great organization to the next level."</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>www.topco.com</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
