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Prior to becoming CEO, Mr. Hepfinger was the Company's President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). As President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hepfinger is a member of the Company's Executive Committee and he oversees all aspects of the Company's operations. He will report to Weis Markets' Chairman
"This has been a carefully planned succession," said
"For 96 years, Weis Markets' has competed and succeeded in one of the most competitive markets in America," said Mr. Hepfinger, Weis Markets President and CEO. "Weis Markets is well-positioned for short-term and long-term growth. We will continue to focus on maximizing our market place advantages, investing in our organization and the technologies that help improve efficiencies and deliver a better shopping experience."
"Norm Rich has contributed much to our company during his 44-year career," said
"I have been honored to work with a lot of great people during my career and leave Weis Markets' knowing that it is well-positioned for a future of growth and continued success," said
Prior to joining Weis Markets in March, Mr. Hepfinger was Senior Vice President of Retailing and Administration at Price Chopper, a 116 store supermarket company based in
Mr. Hepfinger started his food retailing career as a night dairy clerk while in high school. During his 32 year career with Price Chopper, he worked as Vice President of Merchandising, Vice President of Retailing Operations and Regional Vice President. Earlier in his career, he worked as a District Manager and Store Manager.
Founded in 1912, Weis Markets currently operates 155 stores in five states:
SOURCE Weis Markets, Inc.