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SpartanNash Welcomes Greg Crane as Vice President, Finance – Food Distribution

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SpartanNash has announced the appointment of Greg Crane as Vice President of Finance for Food Distribution, effective June 6. Crane will partner with the Food Distribution leadership team, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. His expertise aims to enhance financial operations and reduce company expenses. With over 15 years of experience, including previous roles as CFO of GHSP, Inc. and positions at Wolverine World Wide, Crane holds an MBA from the University of Michigan. This addition supports SpartanNash's mission to deliver essential food solutions.

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Finance and Operations Expert Steps in to Support Food Distribution, Merchandising Teams

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the addition of Greg Crane as Vice President, Finance – Food Distribution. Crane will serve as finance business partner to Bennett Morgan, Senior Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, and support the Food Distribution leadership team.

Greg Crane (Photo: Business Wire)

Greg Crane (Photo: Business Wire)

Crane’s role, effective June 6, includes leadership over budgeting, forecasting, monthly results analysis and risk and opportunity assessment activities for the Food Distribution business. Additionally, he will provide thought leadership and financial guidance on both broad strategic initiatives and day-to-day opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce company operating expenses.

“Our Finance Department is critical to the success of the company’s mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life,” said Jason Monaco, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “We’re excited to welcome Greg to our team. His experience leading high-performing teams and developing strategies to improve financial performance and growth will help us achieve our earnings targets and contribute to SpartanNash’s Operational Excellence.”

Crane, a registered CPA, brings more than 15 years of financial and operational experience with skills in financial management, strategic and financial planning, mergers and acquisitions, capital markets and performance optimization. Most recently, he served as the Chief Financial Officer for GHSP, Inc. Before that, he spent nearly six years at Wolverine World Wide in a variety of financial and leadership positions.

Crane holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and an undergraduate degree in Finance and Accounting from Miami University. He lives in Grand Rapids, Mich. with his family.

About SpartanNash

SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. As a distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash customers span a diverse group of national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company's own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and its Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states, in addition to distributing to the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Djibouti, Korea and Japan. In addition, the Company owns and operates 145 supermarkets – primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin's Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market – and shares its operational insights to drive innovative solutions for SpartanNash food retail customers. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,500 strong and growing. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

Caitlin Gardner

Senior Manager, Public Relations

press@spartannash.com

Source: SpartanNash

FAQ

Who is Greg Crane appointed by SpartanNash?

Greg Crane has been appointed as Vice President of Finance for Food Distribution at SpartanNash.

When did Greg Crane start his role at SpartanNash?

Greg Crane's role as Vice President of Finance commenced on June 6.

What are Greg Crane's responsibilities at SpartanNash?

He will oversee budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and financial guidance within Food Distribution.

What is Greg Crane's background before joining SpartanNash?

Prior to SpartanNash, Crane served as CFO for GHSP, Inc. and held various financial roles at Wolverine World Wide.

How does Greg Crane's appointment impact SpartanNash?

His appointment is intended to improve financial performance and operational efficiency, contributing to SpartanNash's growth.

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