Hannaford Supermarkets Names Tony Giunta as Store Manager of the Year

Massachusetts Store Manager recognized for leading with care and commitment to serving the community

UXBRIDGE, Massachusetts – Hannaford Supermarkets recently honored Tony Giunta, Store Manager of the Hannaford in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, as its 2025 Store Manager of the Year. Selected from 188 Hannaford stores across New England and New York, Giunta earned the distinctionfor his exceptional leadership and dedication to associates, customers and the community.

Giunta brings 45 years of retail experience to the Uxbridge Hannaford. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for developing strong teams, fostering a welcoming culture and delivering strong results.

“This recognition doesn’t just belong to me but to the incredible team in our Uxbridge store,” said Giunta. “Every day, our associates demonstrate how much they care – both in how they serve our customers and all they do for our community. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of a team that puts so much heart into everything they do.”

In receiving the award, Giunta was recognized for his people-first leadership style, prioritizing associate development and mentorship. Through cultivating meaningful relationships and leading with care, he has created a workplace where team members feel welcomed, valued and empowered to grow.

“Tony has a remarkable way of bringing out the best in his team, customers, and the community,” said Andrea Nickerson, Vice President of Retail Operations at Hannaford Supermarkets. “His leadership reflects the very best of Hannaford – fostering a culture of support, making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve, and delivering an outstanding experience for our customers.”

Beyond the store, Giunta is deeply involved in the Uxbridge community, regularly supporting local organizations and volunteering his time to strengthen community partnerships. Most notably, he has helped foster a meaningful partnership with the People First Food Pantry, which receives regular food donations from the Uxbridge store as part of Hannaford’s food rescue program.

“Tony sets himself apart through his strong leadership, high standards, and commitment to helping others succeed,” said Dave DeJohn, Director of Operations at Hannaford Supermarkets. “From consistently exceeding performance results to supporting the personal growth of his associates, Tony leads in a way that makes a lasting impact. We’re incredibly proud to recognize him and grateful for the example he sets every day.”

In addition to naming its overall Store Manager of the Year, Hannaford recognized store managers within each of its 13 districts across its five-state market. The district Store Managers of the Year are listed below:

Eastern Division (Maine and New Hampshire):

District 1: Sean Brooks Ivey (Old Town, ME)

District 2: Matthew Bailey (Farmington, ME)

District 3: Justine Meader (Augusta, ME)

District 4: Mike Ruel (Falmouth, ME)

District 6: Farah Lavigne (Dover, NH)

District 7: Diego Comesana (Nashua, NH)

District 19: Timothy French (Meredith, NH)

Western Division (Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont):

District 8: Kyle Gray (South Burlington, VT)

District 9: Brittany Vogel (Brunswick, NY)

District 10: Tim Cahill (Bennington, VT)

District 18: Debbie Allison (Modena, NY)

District 20: Tony Giunta (Uxbridge, MA)

District 22: Jordan Treen (Oneonta, NY)

Each Hannaford Store Manager of the Year is recognized for their standout leadership and communication skills; work to motivate others and implement key change initiatives; ability to create a safe and open environment for associates and customers; and ability to provide effective two-way feedback, tools, and learning opportunities to ensure associate growth and development.

For more information about Hannaford, including store locations and hours, visit Hannaford.com.

About Hannaford Supermarkets

Hannaford Supermarkets is a leading regional grocer operating 188 stores in the Northeast, most with full-service pharmacies. Since 1883, Hannaford has been dedicated to delivering fresh, high-quality food with care, while creating “more good” in its communities. Guided by its purpose to cultivate thriving communities, Hannaford continues to build on its commitment to uncommon care by supporting local community partners, being the most welcoming place to work and shop, and taking thoughtful steps to protect the planet for future generations. In 2025, Hannaford donated nearly 29 million pounds of food to hunger relief organizations and supported approximately 145 community partners across its footprint, helping expand access to fresh food, advance youth development, and support healthier lives. Headquartered in Scarborough, Maine, with stores in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont, Hannaford employs nearly 30,000 associates. Additional information can be found at Hannaford.com.