• The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal reports that Steven Spinner, CEO of United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), has announced that he will retire when his contract runs out on July 31, 2021.
According to the story, "Spinner could leave the role sooner if the board appoints a new CEO before then.
"UNFI is working with an executive search firm. According to the company, the CEO search will include both internal and external candidates. Spinner plans to remain a part of the UNFI board of directors, serving as executive chairman following his retirement."
• Dollar General announced that Emily Taylor, the company's senior vice president of channel innovation, has been promoted into the role of executive vice president and chief merchandising officer. She succeeds Jason Reiser, who left the company.
