Tops Friendly Markets has announced that John Persons will become the grocer's next president, leaving Frank Curci to serve as chief executive officer and board chairman.
The Williamsville-based company said Persons also will be chief operating officer in charge of overseeing operations in sales, marketing and merchandising of the chain's 165 stores in New York, Vermont and Pennsylvania.
"John's appointment is the first step in an organized and planned effort to ensure we have consistent and experienced leadership to guide the future growth and success of Tops Friendly Markets," Curci said. "Over the past eight years, John has played a significant role in building our organization and is committed to ensuring that Tops is providing the best value possible for our many customers."
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