Shelly is responsible for the Information Technology and Security functions supporting AWG and its members. This includes alignment of technology roadmap and strategy to business priorities and ensuring the contracts and services used are reliably integrated, secure and cost controlled. Her direct reports are responsible for Application Service Development & Delivery, Enterprise Data & Analytics and Infrastructure & Security.
Tye is responsible for Merchandising and Analytics. This includes all Category Management, Procurement, Business Data Analytics, and AWG Brands private brands programs. Tye’s responsibilities cover all AWG departments including Center Store Grocery, Frozen Food, Dairy, Supplies, Meat, Produce, and Deli/Bakery/Food Service.
Emile is responsible for leading Sales & Member Services departments. His direct reports include marketing, advertising, retail business solutions, store engineering, real estate, Design Source Group (DSG), Valu Merchandisers (VMC), Learning & Development, and the Price Cutter Stores program.
Richard is responsible for Corporate Distribution which incorporates the research and implementation of new warehousing and transportation concepts, systems and technology in addition to overseeing industrial engineering. Additional responsibilities include Food Safety and Sustainability, Corporate Services (not for resale products, consumables and equipment), and Traffic, Backhaul, Routing and 3rd Party Transportation.
The new All-in-One Distribution Hub also reports to Richard.
Stephanie is responsible for leading all legal affairs for the company and its subsidiaries. Stephanie is a key leader in AWG’s current growth projects, as well as leading the company’s work with the National Grocer’s Association pressing for changes in the enforcement of antitrust laws. Her direct reports are the AWG legal team.
Gary is responsible for the technology, business development, financial, risk management, payroll, and audit functions within the company, as well as facilitating financial support for members. His direct reports include the SVP, Finance & Treasurer; SVP, Chief Admin Officer; VP, Corporate Controller; and VP, Tax & Internal Audit.
David is responsible for leading and managing AWG and its affairs, as well as developing, communicating, and executing the organization’s vision, mission, and purpose. This includes strategies and goals that protect and build the image and culture and ensure AWG’s success. David reports to AWG’s board of directors.