Change At The Top For Brookshire’s Grocery Company, Brad Brookshire Named Chairman And CEO

Brookshire Grocery Company’s Board of Directors announced Thursday the company’s president and CEO Rick Rayford has retired, and Chairman of the Board Bradley W. Brookshire would serve as the company’s chairman and CEO.

“We appreciate Rick’s 44 years of service to this company and the legacy he leaves behind," Brookshire said. "Hundreds of employees were promoted to leadership positions during his tenure, some directly through his mentorship and others through the many career development and education opportunities he so strongly supported.

"We will continue on the path set forth by Rick’s leadership to fulfill our mission of providing a great food and shopping experience," he added. "We thank Rick and wish both he and his wife, Bonnie, the very best in the next phase of their lives.”

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