SpartanNash Honors Outstanding Independent Grocers with Vision Awards at Annual Food Solutions Expo


The company celebrates eight independent grocer customers for creating meaningful impact in local communities

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) this week celebrated its independent grocer customers’ achievements during its 2024 Food Solutions Expo at DeVos Place Convention Center. The Company awarded eight outstanding independent grocers with a 2023-2024 Vision Award for exemplifying customer focus and serving their shoppers with excellence.

“We’re proud that our customers contribute to our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life, and it’s an honor to celebrate the impressive impact they have in their communities,” said SpartanNash Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Amy McClellan. “Their stores serve as critical food destinations, centers of connectivity for neighborhoods, and places to enjoy meaningful careers.”

The SpartanNash Vision Award winners include:

Core Behavior Awards:

  • Leppinks Food Centers: This grocer earned recognition as Michigan Grocer’s Outstanding Retailer. With local community sponsorships and annual customer appreciation events, the Leppinks team lives up to the SpartanNash We Serve Core Behavior.
  • Fresh Encounter, Inc.: Following a tornado warning, an associate took immediate action to keep shoppers and other team members sheltered safely. After being hit by the tornado, the store embodied We Create Solutions by reopening two weeks later.
  • Nilssens Foods: The company lives We Win by investing in store remodels, earning recognition as the 2023 Grocer of the Year in the Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA), and donating over $42,000 to his local community through his annual golf tournament.
  • Fate’s Market: From their recent 102nd Anniversary Sale parking lot party to their creative marketing materials, this team exemplifies the SpartanNash Core Behavior We Have Fun.
  • Leevers Foods: As a leader in creating tag concepts for electronic shelf labels (ESLs), reducing labor and waste and streamlining pricing and accuracy, this fourth-generation grocer earned the prestigious recognition of the Delivering the Ingredients for a Better Life award.

Performance Awards – given to customers committed to providing shoppers with spectacular value and quality with private label products:

  • Randy’s Neighborhood Market: Large Market Size Winner
  • Town & Country Supermarkets: Mid-Market Size Winner
  • Cahoy’s General Store: Small Market Size Winner

In addition to being a proud wholesale supplier to over 2,100 retail locations nationwide, SpartanNash provides a wide variety of services to its independent customers, including those related to marketing, merchandising, pharmacy, asset protection, financial and retail technology support.

The SpartanNash Food Solutions Expo took place July 23-25. More than 1,500 attendees, including independent grocer customers, vendors and SpartanNash Associates gathered for industry deals, networking and education.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Foundation Fundraiser Drives Meaningful Support for Community Heroes


Annual in-store fundraiser enables $260,000 donation for military and disaster relief organizations

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) is proud to announce that its foundation will be donating $260,000 to organizations whose missions closely align with its giving pillar of Heroes – including Convoy of Hope, Operation Homefront and Honor and Remember – following its annual in-store fundraiser.

“By contributing to this campaign, our community members and Associates have helped provide vital services to military heroes, veterans, their families and those affected by disasters,” said SpartanNash Senior Vice President of Communications and SpartanNash Foundation Executive Director Adrienne Chance. “These incredible organizations are aligned with our commitment to support heroes and spread hope through our Foundation, so we’re honored to celebrate another successful in-store fundraiser and continue to champion the work these organizations do.”

The three nonprofit organizations that benefited from the fundraiser will aid in disaster response, honor fallen heroes and provide essential financial and emotional support to military families. Outside of this retail fundraiser, SpartanNash also partnered with Convoy of Hope on its recent Helping Hands Day volunteer event, which resulted in a donation of 500,000 meals for disaster relief.

“We are extremely grateful to SpartanNash, the SpartanNash Foundation and their Associates and loyal customers for their investment in our important mission,” said Brig. Gen. (ret.) Robert D. Thomas, president and COO of Operation Homefront, which has received more than $750,000 from the SpartanNash Foundation since 2018. “SpartanNash has helped us make a difference for thousands of military families, providing them with the opportunity to thrive in the communities they have worked so hard to protect.”

The in-store fundraiser ran from May 22 to June 10, where store guests at participating SpartanNash-operated retail stores could donate at the register or online checkout. Since 2015, the SpartanNash Foundation, with the help of its communities, has contributed more than $14.1 million to nonprofit organizations. To learn more about the SpartanNash Foundation and its impact, please visit spartannash.com/foundation.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Earns Recognition as Top Employer with Multiple National Workplace Awards


Company honored by Newsweek®, Great Place to Work®, U.S. News® and Best and Brightest® for Exceptional People First Culture, Enhanced Benefits and Innovative Associate Programs

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) is proud to announce its 2024 recognition as a top employer, following wins with multiple national workplace awards, including:

  • NewsweekAwarded based on a thorough examination of publicly available data, interviews with human resource professionals and an anonymous online survey in which Associates shared insights into the Company’s culture and work environment.
  • Great Place to WorkAwarded based on a detailed company culture analysis and independent feedback from current Associates. This is SpartanNash’s second consecutive year receiving this certification.
  • U.S. News & World Report Awarded based on publicly available data in categories including professional development and flexibility to gain an understanding of the everyday experiences of SpartanNash Associates.
    • U.S. News Best Companies To Work For, Overall
    • U.S. News Best Companies To Work For, Midwest
    • U.S. News Best Companies To Work For, Industry Specific Award in the Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores Category
  • Best & BrightestAwarded based on an assessment of the Company in categories including communication, diversity, retention and wellness. This is SpartanNash’s 11th consecutive year as a Best & Brightest Company to Work For in The Nation and 5th consecutive year as one of The Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness.

These achievements highlight the flexibility and benefits available to SpartanNash Associates and reflect the Company’s dedication to a People First culture where all Associates have the resources they need to thrive.

“As a People First Company, we strive to be the employer of choice, providing careers for a better life by creating a work environment where everyone can do their best work. We deeply appreciate our 17,000 Associates who cultivate our vibrant company culture and dedicate their time and talents to delivering the ingredients for a better life to the communities we serve,” said SpartanNash Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Nicole Zube, who was recently recognized as a Silver Stevie® Award winner in the Human Resources Executive of the Year category.

The Company’s recent awards are rooted in a thorough analysis of SpartanNash’s human resource practices, a detailed Company culture analysis, independent feedback from current Associates, and criteria including work flexibility, education and training, diversity, recognition and more.

Some standout highlights from the Great Place to Work survey include:

  • Over 90% of Associates deem SpartanNash a safe place to work.
  • More than 81% feel proud to work for the Company.
  • Nearly 80% feel good about the way SpartanNash contributes to the community.

SpartanNash’s Total Rewards, Associate engagement opportunities and professional development programs cater to every stage of life. Associates receive top-tier benefits, including flexible paid time off, work-life resources (including legal, financial and family assistance), paid parental leave and adoption assistance, and access to Associate Resource Groups designed to foster a sense of inclusion and belonging.

SpartanNash’s recognition also stems from its programming tailored specifically for young professionals. The Early in Career Program helps new Associates build confidence, strengthen business acumen and develop meaningful relationships. The Company continues to attract and retain university students through its highly-rated internship program. This year, more than 100 interns from 40 states are participating in a 12-week internship program, gaining hands-on experience across various departments and engaging in valuable leadership training.

To learn more about SpartanNash’s culture and learn how to build a career for a better life, please visit careers.spartannash.com.

Newsweek® is a registered trademark of Newsweek LLC. Great Place to Work® is a registered trademark of Great Place to Work Institute, Inc. U.S. News is a registered trademark of U.S. News & World Report. Best and Brightest® is a registered trademark of the National Association for Business Resources.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Hosts Mass Volunteer Event, Boxing 500,000 Donated Meals for Disaster Relief


Company’s annual Helping Hands Day supports nonprofit partner Convoy of Hope with $1M+ of donated product and a $100,000 check from the SpartanNash Foundation

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) took over the DeVos Place convention center in downtown Grand Rapids to host its largest-ever annual Associate volunteer event, Helping Hands Day, benefiting disaster relief nonprofit Convoy of Hope. Approximately 700 SpartanNash Associates spent the day packing nearly 15,000 boxes containing meals that each feed a family of four for one week. More than 500,000 meals and 5,000 personal hygiene toiletry kits (total retail value approximately $1.2 million) will be given to families in need following a disaster. In addition, Convoy of Hope was presented with a check for $100,000 from the SpartanNash Foundation.

“This year, we decided to focus our efforts for Helping Hands Day on the growing number of people affected by natural disasters, and we’re so glad that 700 of our Grand Rapids Associates joined in to drive a huge impact,” said SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam. “As a People First food solutions company, providing quality nutrition to families in the midst of a devastating disaster is very closely aligned with our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life. Millions of lives are turned upside down by natural disasters each year, and I’m so proud of our Associates for coming together to serve and give hope to people in need during these trying times.”

Associates from SpartanNash, C.A. Carlin, dunnhumby, Hormel, Kellanova, W.K. Kellogg Co., StarKist®, Advantage and ASM Global packed 24 truckloads of food, all of which are ready to be transported and distributed by Convoy of Hope as soon as disaster strikes. An additional two truckloads of food were also deployed to the Convoy of Hope distribution center in Missouri. Donations were collected by supplier partners including:

  • Seneca Foods – Green Giant® Vegetables
  • Del Monte Foods – Canned Fruit and Pasta Sauce
  • Kraft Heinz – Kraft Mac & Cheese and Kool-Aid
  • WK Kellogg Co. – Kellogg’s® Special K® Cereal
  • Sun-Maid – Sun-Maid Raisins
  • Hormel Foods – SPAM®
  • Kellanova – Kellogg’s® Nutri-Grain Bars®
  • Musselman’s – Apple Sauce
  • Hometown Foods – Hungry Jack® Pancake Mix
  • Winland Foods – Creamette Pasta
  • Idahoan Foods – Mountain Harvest® Mashed Potatoes
  • StarKist® Company – StarKist® Tuna
  • Chicken of the Sea® – Pink Salmon
  • Unilever – Knorr Side Dishes and Dove Shampoo
  • Nissin Foods – Top Ramen®
  • Colgate® – Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
  • Henkel – Bar Soap and Body Wash

The need for disaster relief resources has grown in recent years due to the increase in disaster frequency, severity and cost. An estimated 2.5 million people were forced from their homes in the United States by weather-related disasters in 2023, according to the US Census Bureau. FEMA reported that 60 climate-related disasters caused 1,460 fatalities and 2,939 injuries from January 2020 to December 2022, with each disaster costing at least $1 billion.

“SpartanNash is not only a partner that we can count on when disasters hit, but they are also a partner that helps us prepare even before communities are in need,” said Convoy of Hope Vice President of Public Engagement Ethan Forhetz. “We’re grateful for SpartanNash’s ongoing commitment to providing families around the country-and even around the world- with essential supplies.”

For more information, or to donate to Convoy of Hope, visit convoyofhope.org.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Welcomes Graham McIvor as Vice President, Merchandising and Pharmacy


Strategic hire illustrates the Company’s investment in its merchandising transformation and pharmacy operations

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the appointment of Graham McIvor as Vice President, Merchandising and Pharmacy, effective immediately. In this newly created role, McIvor will accelerate critical components of the Company’s merchandising transformation and drive the strategic transformation of the pharmacy business.

“Continuously progressing our merchandising transformation is a vital part of our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life in the communities we serve,” said Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer Bennett Morgan. “Graham will play a pivotal role in evolving our retail customer value propositions, supporting our growth ambition through M&A integration, and charting a sustainable course for our pharmacy business. His extensive industry experience will benefit our teams in developing strategies that drive exceptional value for our retail store shoppers, pharmacy patients and independent grocer customers.”

McIvor previously served as Vice President of Merchandising for Grocery, Snacks, Beverages and Pet at Big Lots. He also held key merchandising and strategy roles at Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, including leading a significant remodel development and rollout effort. McIvor holds a degree in economics from the University of Virginia and an MBA with a concentration in private equity finance from The University of Texas at Austin.

The addition of McIvor’s role demonstrates SpartanNash’s ongoing commitment to its merchandising transformation, which is designed to grow sales and margin for its wholesale customers and retail stores with a data-driven and customer-led approach.

McIvor is the third vice president hired in the SpartanNash merchandising department since Morgan joined the Company in 2022. McIvor joins Arpen Shah, who serves as Vice President, Merchandising Strategy and Analytics, and Brandon Pasch, who serves as Vice President, Center Store Merchandising.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results


Reaffirms Fiscal 2024 Profitability Guidance

Transformational Programs Continue to Drive Results

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) today reported financial results for its 16-week first quarter ended April 20, 2024.

“SpartanNash continues to prove that we can deliver despite the challenging market dynamics, and we remain on target to reach the $125 to $150 million of gross benefits set out in our strategic plan by the end of 2024 – a year earlier than initially communicated. Thanks to the operational excellence and dedication of our Associates, along with our investments in supply chain and merchandising transformations, we continued to expand our adjusted EBITDA margin in the first quarter,” said SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam.

First Quarter Fiscal 2024 Highlights(1)

  • Net sales decreased 3.5% to $2.81 billion, driven by lower volumes in both the Wholesale and Retail segments.
    • Wholesale segment net sales decreased 3.4% to $2.01 billion due to reduced revenue in the national accounts customer channel.
    • Retail segment net sales decreased 3.6% to $792.2 million, with comparable store sales down 2.5%. The net sales decrease included a reduction in food assistance program benefits and lower fuel sales.
  • Net earnings of $0.37 per diluted share, compared to $0.32 per diluted share.
    • The increase was primarily due to a higher gross profit rate, which included lower LIFO expense of $9.2 million and benefits from the merchandising transformation, as well as decreased incentive compensation. This favorability was partially offset by lower unit volumes, changes in customer mix within the Wholesale segment, as well as higher interest, tax, and asset impairment expenses.
  • Adjusted EPS(2) of $0.53, compared to $0.64. Adjusted EBITDA(3) of $74.9 million, compared to $76.8 million. These measures exclude, among other items, restructuring and asset impairment charges and the impact of the LIFO provision.
  • Cash generated from operating activities of $36.5 million increased from the cash flows used in operations of $2.7 million.
  • Net long-term debt(4) to adjusted EBITDA(3) ratio of 2.4x increased sequentially compared to 2.3x at the end of the fourth quarter.
  • Capital expenditures and IT capital(5) of $44.1 million increased compared to $39.8 million.
  • Returned $10.7 million to shareholders through $2.6 million in share repurchases and $8.1 million in dividends.
  • Transformational programs on track to deliver $50 million to $60 million of annual run rate savings from supply chain transformation, merchandising transformation, and go-to-market strategy.

(1)

All comparisons are for the first quarter of 2024 compared with the first quarter of 2023, unless otherwise noted.

(2)

A reconciliation of net earnings to adjusted earnings from continuing operations, as well as per diluted share (“adjusted EPS”), a non-GAAP financial measure, is provided in Table 3.

(3)

A reconciliation of net earnings to adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, is provided in Table 2.

(4)

A reconciliation of long-term debt and finance lease obligations to net long-term debt, a non-GAAP financial measure, is provided in Table 4.

(5)

A reconciliation of purchases of property and equipment to capital expenditures and IT capital, a non-GAAP financial measure, is provided in Table 5.

Fiscal 2024 Outlook

The Company has reaffirmed its previous profitability guidance provided on February 15, 2024, with respect to adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EPS, and capital expenditures and IT capital, and is updating its total net sales guidance to reflect current trends and market conditions. The following table provides the Company’s updated guidance for fiscal 2024:

Fiscal 2023

Previous Fiscal 2024 Outlook

Updated Fiscal 2024 Outlook

(In millions, except adjusted EPS(2))

Actual

Low

High

Low

High

Total net sales

$

9,729

$

9,700

$

9,900

$

9,500

$

9,700

Adjusted EBITDA(3)

$

257

$

255

$

270

$

255

$

270

Adjusted EPS(2)

$

2.18

$

1.85

$

2.10

$

1.85

$

2.10

Capital expenditures and IT capital(5)

$

127

$

135

$

145

$

135

$

145

Guidance incorporates the Company’s long-term strategic initiatives, including all transformational programs and tuck-in acquisitions.

Conference Call & Supplemental Earnings Presentation

The Company will host a conference call to discuss its quarterly results with additional comments and details on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET. There will also be a simultaneous, live webcast made available at SpartanNash’s website at www.spartannash.com/webcasts under the “Investor Relations” section and will remain archived on the Company’s website through Thursday, June 13, 2024.

A supplemental quarterly earnings presentation will also be available on the Company’s website at www.spartannash.com/investor-presentations.

About SpartanNash

SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The matters discussed in this press release and in the Company’s website-accessible conference calls with analysts and investor presentations include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“Exchange Act”), about the plans, strategies, objectives, goals or expectations of the Company. These forward-looking statements may be identifiable by words or phrases indicating that the Company or management “expects,” “projects,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “believes,” “intends,” or “estimates,” or that a particular occurrence or event “may,” “could,” “should,” “will” or “will likely” result, occur or be pursued or “continue” in the future, that the “outlook,” “trend,” “guidance” or “target” is toward a particular result or occurrence, that a development is an “opportunity,” “priority,” “strategy,” “focus,” that the Company is “positioned” for a particular result, or similarly stated expectations. Undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on estimates and assumptions that are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which, with respect to future business decisions, are subject to change. These uncertainties and contingencies may affect actual results and could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include the Company’s ability to compete in an extremely competitive industry; the Company’s dependence on certain major customers; the Company’s ability to implement its growth strategy and transformation initiatives; the Company’s ability to implement its growth strategy through acquisitions and successfully integrate acquired businesses; disruptions to the Company’s information security network, including security breaches and cyber-attacks; impacts to the availability and performance of the Company’s information technology systems; changes in relationships with the Company’s vendor base; changes in product availability and product pricing from vendors; macroeconomic uncertainty, including rising inflation, potential economic recession, and increasing interest rates; difficulty attracting and retaining well-qualified Associates and effectively managing increased labor costs; failure to successfully retain or manage transitions with executive leaders and other key personnel; impacts to the Company’s business and reputation due to an increasing focus on environmental, social and governance matters; customers to whom the Company extends credit or for whom the Company guarantees loans may fail to repay the Company; changes in the geopolitical conditions; disruptions associated with severe weather conditions and natural disasters, including effects from climate change; disruptions associated with disease outbreaks; the Company’s ability to manage its private brand program for U.S. military commissaries, including the termination of the program or not achieving the desired results; impairment charges for goodwill or other long-lived assets; the Company’s level of indebtedness; interest rate fluctuations; the Company’s ability to service its debt and to comply with debt covenants; changes in government regulations; labor relations issues; changes in the military commissary system, including its supply chain, or in the level of governmental funding; product recalls and other product-related safety concerns; cost increases related to multi-employer pension plans; and other risks and uncertainties listed under “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to the Company or that the Company currently believes are immaterial also may impair its business, operations, liquidity, financial condition and prospects. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements to reflect developments that occur or information obtained after the date of this press release.

INVESTOR CONTACT:
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
[email protected]

SPARTANNASH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

April 20,

April 22,

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

2024

2023

Net sales

$

2,806,263

$

2,907,394

Cost of sales

2,365,919

2,460,728

Gross profit

440,344

446,666

Operating expenses

Selling, general and administrative

403,633

418,196

Acquisition and integration, net

327

74

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

5,768

4,083

Total operating expenses

409,728

422,353

Operating earnings

30,616

24,313

Other expenses and (income)

Interest expense, net

13,487

11,589

Other, net

(1,048)

(1,039)

Total other expenses, net

12,439

10,550

Earnings before income taxes

18,177

13,763

Income tax expense

5,206

2,426

Net earnings

$

12,971

$

11,337

Net earnings per basic common share

$

0.38

$

0.33

Net earnings per diluted common share

$

0.37

$

0.32

Weighted average shares outstanding:

Basic

34,139

34,547

Diluted

34,593

35,457

SPARTANNASH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

April 20,

December 30,

(In thousands)

2024

2023

Assets

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

$

18,968

$

17,964

Accounts and notes receivable, net

422,161

421,859

Inventories, net

555,368

575,226

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

69,608

62,440

Total current assets

1,066,105

1,077,489

Property and equipment, net

647,536

649,071

Goodwill

182,160

182,160

Intangible assets, net

100,132

101,535

Operating lease assets

245,385

242,146

Other assets, net

100,483

103,174

Total assets

$

2,341,801

$

2,355,575

Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity

Current liabilities

Accounts payable

$

447,458

$

473,419

Accrued payroll and benefits

54,135

78,076

Other accrued expenses

54,548

57,609

Current portion of operating lease liabilities

42,162

41,979

Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease liabilities

9,724

8,813

Total current liabilities

608,027

659,896

Long-term liabilities

Deferred income taxes

81,315

73,904

Operating lease liabilities

232,887

226,118

Other long-term liabilities

20,503

28,808

Long-term debt and finance lease liabilities

613,864

588,667

Total long-term liabilities

948,569

917,497

Commitments and contingencies

Shareholders’ equity

Common stock, voting, no par value; 100,000 shares
authorized; 34,349 and 34,610 shares outstanding

459,204

460,299

Preferred stock, no par value, 10,000 shares
authorized; no shares outstanding

Accumulated other comprehensive income

3,648

796

Retained earnings

322,353

317,087

Total shareholders’ equity

785,205

778,182

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

$

2,341,801

$

2,355,575

SPARTANNASH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

April 20, 2024

April 22, 2023

Cash flow activities

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

$

36,463

$

(2,708)

Net cash used in investing activities

(38,104)

(39,276)

Net cash provided by financing activities

2,645

29,863

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

1,004

(12,121)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period

17,964

29,086

Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period

$

18,968

$

16,965

SPARTANNASH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES

SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL DATA

Table 1: Sales and Operating Earnings by Segment

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

April 20, 2024

April 22, 2023

Wholesale Segment:

Net sales

$

2,014,021

71.8

%

$

2,085,684

71.7

%

Operating earnings

36,002

26,325

Retail Segment:

Net sales

792,242

28.2

%

821,710

28.3

%

Operating loss

(5,386)

(2,012)

Total:

Net sales

$

2,806,263

100.0

%

$

2,907,394

100.0

%

Operating earnings

30,616

24,313

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

In addition to reporting financial results in accordance with GAAP, the Company also provides information regarding adjusted earnings from continuing operations, as well as per diluted share (“adjusted EPS”), net long-term debt, capital expenditures and IT capital, and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“adjusted EBITDA”). These are non-GAAP financial measures, as defined below, and are used by management to allocate resources, assess performance against its peers and evaluate overall performance. The Company believes these measures provide useful information for both management and its investors. The Company believes these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors because they provide additional understanding of the trends and special circumstances that affect its business. These measures provide useful supplemental information that helps investors to establish a basis for expected performance and the ability to evaluate actual results against that expectation. The measures, when considered in connection with GAAP results, can be used to assess the overall performance of the Company as well as assess the Company’s performance against its peers. These measures are also used as a basis for certain compensation programs sponsored by the Company. In addition, securities analysts, fund managers and other shareholders and stakeholders that communicate with the Company request its financial results in these adjusted formats.

Current year adjusted earnings from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDA exclude, among other items, LIFO expense, organizational realignment, severance associated with cost reduction initiatives and non-operating costs associated with the postretirement plan amendment and settlement. Current year organizational realignment includes consulting and severance costs associated with the Company’s change in its go-to-market strategy as part of its long-term plan, which relates to the reorganization of certain functions. Costs related to the postretirement plan amendment and settlement include non-operating expenses associated with amortization of the prior service credit related to the amendment of the retiree medical plan, which are adjusted out of adjusted earnings from continuing operations. Prior year adjusted earnings from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDA exclude, among other items, LIFO expense, operating and non-operating costs associated with the postretirement plan amendment and settlement, organizational realignment, severance associated with cost reduction initiatives and a non-routine settlement related to a legal matter resulting from a previously closed operation that was resolved during the prior year. Postretirement plan amendment and settlement costs also include operating expenses related to payroll taxes which are adjusted out of all non-GAAP financial measures.

Each of these items are considered “non-operational” or “non-core” in nature.

The Company is unable to provide a full reconciliation of the GAAP to non-GAAP measures used in the Fiscal 2024 Outlook section of this press release without unreasonable effort because it is not possible to predict certain adjustment items with a reasonable degree of certainty since they are not yet known or quantifiable, and do not relate to the Company’s normal operating activities. These adjustments may include, among other items, restructuring and asset impairment activity, acquisition and integration costs, severance, costs related to the postretirement plan amendment and settlement, and organizational realignment costs, and the impact of adjustments to the LIFO inventory reserve. This information is dependent upon future events, which may be outside of the Company’s control and could have a significant impact on its GAAP financial results for fiscal 2024.

Table 2: Reconciliation of Net Earnings to Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization

(Adjusted EBITDA)

(A Non-GAAP Financial Measure)

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

April 20, 2024

April 22, 2023

Net earnings

$

12,971

$

11,337

Income tax expense

5,206

2,426

Other expenses, net

12,439

10,550

Operating earnings

30,616

24,313

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

2,020

11,172

Depreciation and amortization

30,646

29,745

Acquisition and integration, net

327

74

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

5,768

4,083

Cloud computing amortization

2,018

1,350

Organizational realignment, net

306

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

69

284

Stock-based compensation

3,720

5,147

Stock warrant

326

607

Non-cash rent

(901)

(928)

(Gain) loss on disposal of assets

(20)

22

Legal settlement

900

Adjusted EBITDA

$

74,895

$

76,769

Wholesale:

Operating earnings

$

36,002

$

26,325

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

1,555

8,733

Depreciation and amortization

16,078

15,370

Acquisition and integration, net

69

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

(150)

980

Cloud computing amortization

1,369

940

Organizational realignment, net

191

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

69

264

Stock-based compensation

2,504

3,383

Stock warrant

326

607

Non-cash rent

(300)

(75)

(Gain) loss on disposal of assets

(18)

10

Legal settlement

900

Adjusted EBITDA

$

57,626

$

57,506

Retail:

Operating loss

$

(5,386)

$

(2,012)

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

465

2,439

Depreciation and amortization

14,568

14,375

Acquisition and integration, net

327

5

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

5,918

3,103

Cloud computing amortization

649

410

Organizational realignment, net

115

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

20

Stock-based compensation

1,216

1,764

Non-cash rent

(601)

(853)

(Gain) loss on disposal of assets

(2)

12

Adjusted EBITDA

$

17,269

$

19,263

Table 2: Reconciliation of Net Earnings to Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, continued

(Adjusted EBITDA)

(A Non-GAAP Financial Measure)

(Unaudited)

52 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

2023

Net earnings

$

52,237

Income tax expense

17,888

Other expenses, net

36,587

Operating earnings

106,712

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

16,104

Depreciation and amortization

98,639

Acquisition and integration, net

3,416

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

9,190

Cloud computing amortization

5,034

Organizational realignment, net

5,239

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

318

Stock-based compensation

12,536

Stock warrant

1,559

Non-cash rent

(2,599)

Loss on disposal of assets

259

Legal settlement

900

Postretirement plan amendment and settlement

94

Adjusted EBITDA

$

257,401

Notes: Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (“adjusted EBITDA”) is a non-GAAP operating financial measure that the Company defines as net earnings plus interest, discontinued operations, depreciation and amortization, and other non-cash items including share-based payments (equity awards measured in accordance with ASC 718, Stock Compensation, which include both stock-based compensation to employees and stock warrants issued to non-employees) and the LIFO provision, as well as adjustments for items that do not reflect the ongoing operating activities of the Company.

Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA by segment are not measures of performance under GAAP and should not be considered as a substitute for net earnings, cash flows from operating activities and other income or cash flow statement data. The Company’s definitions of adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA by segment may not be identical to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Table 3: Reconciliation of Net Earnings to

Adjusted Earnings from Continuing Operations, as well as per diluted share (“adjusted EPS”)

(A Non-GAAP Financial Measure)

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

April 20, 2024

April 22, 2023

per diluted

per diluted

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

Earnings

share

Earnings

share

Net earnings

$

12,971

$

0.37

$

11,337

$

0.32

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

2,020

11,172

Acquisition and integration, net

327

74

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

5,768

4,083

Organizational realignment, net

306

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

69

284

Postretirement plan amendment and settlement

(945)

(1,018)

Legal settlement

900

Total adjustments

7,545

15,495

Income tax effect on adjustments (a)

(2,036)

(3,970)

Total adjustments, net of taxes

5,509

0.16

11,525

0.32

*

Adjusted earnings from continuing operations

$

18,480

$

0.53

$

22,862

$

0.64

* Includes rounding

52 Weeks Ended

December 30, 2023

per diluted

(In thousands, except per share data)

Earnings

share

Net earnings

$

52,237

$

1.50

Adjustments:

LIFO expense

16,104

Acquisition and integration, net

3,416

Restructuring and asset impairment, net

9,190

Organizational realignment, net

5,239

Severance associated with cost reduction initiatives

318

Legal settlement

900

Postretirement plan amendment and settlement

(3,174)

Total adjustments

31,993

Income tax effect on adjustments (a)

(8,218)

Total adjustments, net of taxes

23,775

0.68

Adjusted earnings from continuing operations

$

76,012

$

2.18

(a)

The income tax effect on adjustments is computed by applying the effective tax rate, before discrete tax items, to the total adjustments for the period.

Notes: Adjusted earnings from continuing operations, as well as per diluted share (“adjusted EPS”), is a non-GAAP operating financial measure that the Company defines as net earnings plus or minus adjustments for items that do not reflect the ongoing operating activities of the Company and costs associated with the closing of operational locations.

Adjusted earnings from continuing operations is not a measure of performance under GAAP and should not be considered as a substitute for net earnings, cash flows from operating activities and other income or cash flow statement data. The Company’s definition of adjusted earnings from continuing operations may not be identical to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Table 4: Reconciliation of Long-Term Debt and Finance Lease Obligations to Net Long-Term Debt

(A Non-GAAP Financial Measure)

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

April 20, 2024

December 30, 2023

Current portion of long-term debt and finance lease liabilities

$

9,724

$

8,813

Long-term debt and finance lease liabilities

613,864

588,667

Total debt

623,588

597,480

Cash and cash equivalents

(18,968)

(17,964)

Net long-term debt

$

604,620

$

579,516

Notes: Net long-term debt is a non-GAAP financial measure that is defined as long-term debt and finance lease obligations plus current maturities of long-term debt and finance lease obligations less cash and cash equivalents. The Company believes both management and its investors find the information useful because it reflects the amount of long-term debt obligations that are not covered by available cash and temporary investments. Net long-term debt is not a substitute for GAAP financial measures and may differ from similarly titled measures of other companies.

Table 5: Reconciliation of Purchases of Property and Equipment to Capital Expenditures and IT Capital

(A Non-GAAP Financial Measure)

(Unaudited)

16 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

April 20, 2024

April 22, 2023

Purchases of property and equipment

$

40,163

$

38,864

Plus:

Cloud computing spend

3,898

942

Capital expenditures and IT capital

$

44,061

$

39,806

52 Weeks Ended

(In thousands)

December 30, 2023

Purchases of property and equipment

$

120,330

Plus:

Cloud computing spend

7,040

Capital expenditures and IT capital

$

127,370

Notes: Capital expenditures and IT capital is a non-GAAP financial measure calculated by adding spending related to the development of cloud computing applications to capital expenditures, the most directly comparable GAAP measure. Cloud computing spend only includes costs incurred during the application development phase and does not include ongoing costs of hosting or maintenance associated with these applications, which are expensed as incurred. The Company believes it is a useful indicator of the Company’s investment in its facilities and systems as it transitions to more cloud-based IT systems. Capital expenditures and IT capital is not a substitute for GAAP financial measures and may differ from similarly titled measures of other companies.

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SpartanNash Foundation Rallies Support for Heroes with Annual Memorial Day Fundraiser


In-Store Fundraiser Benefits Military and Disaster Relief Nonprofit Organizations

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) is rallying support for military and disaster relief heroes through its annual SpartanNash Foundation in-store fundraiser, running today to June 2. Reflecting the Company’s ongoing dedication to honoring military personnel and supporting disaster relief efforts, this year’s fundraiser will benefit Honor and Remember, Operation Homefront and Convoy of Hope.

“SpartanNash is deeply committed to supporting our military heroes, veterans, their families, and those affected by disasters,” said SpartanNash Senior Vice President of Communications and SpartanNash Foundation Executive Director Adrienne Chance. “This fundraiser embodies the spirit of Memorial Day, allowing us to give back to those who have given so much. Our partners, Honor and Remember, Operation Homefront and Convoy of Hope, provide vital services, and we are honored to support their missions.”

Since 2015, the SpartanNash Foundation, with the help of its communities, has contributed more than $2.3 million to patriotic and humanitarian causes. The funds raised in this year’s campaign will be evenly distributed among the three nonprofit organizations and will aid in disaster response, honoring fallen service members and providing essential financial and emotional support to military families.

“The impact that SpartanNash and the SpartanNash Foundation have made for military families, during the seven years we have worked together, is truly inspiring,” said Operation Homefront President and COO Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Robert D Thomas. “Thanks to the commitment of SpartanNash, together, we are helping to build strong military families who make their communities stronger, and these strong communities, in turn, make America stronger.”

Store guests can donate at participating SpartanNash-operated retail stores including Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets, D&W Fresh Market, Forest Hills Foods and affiliated fuel centers. Between today and June 2, guests can join the cause by donating $1, $5, $10 or round up their total to the nearest dollar to support the Company’s three partners at any checkout. Online donations are also accepted via Fast Lane.

To learn more about the SpartanNash Foundation and its impact, visit spartannash.com/foundation.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 147 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash to Webcast First Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call


GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) will announce its financial results before the stock market opens on Thursday, May 30, 2024, for the 16-week first quarter ended April 20, 2024.

The Company will host a conference call to discuss its quarterly results with additional comments and details on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET. There will also be a simultaneous, live webcast made available at SpartanNash’s website at www.spartannash.com/webcasts under the “Investor Relations” section and will remain archived on the Company’s website through Thursday, June 13, 2024.

A supplemental quarterly earnings presentation will also be available on the Company’s website at www.spartannash.com/investor-presentations.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 144 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

INVESTOR CONTACT:
Rose & Company
[email protected]

MEDIA CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
[email protected]

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SpartanNash Expands Our Family® Scholarship Program to Celebrate Community-Engaged Students


Second annual scholarship program will award $2,500 scholarships to 30 students making a difference in their communities

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced its Our Family® Scholarship program is growing in its second year to reward more students with larger scholarships than were offered in the program’s inaugural year. Celebrating its 120th year this summer, Our Family is the flagship private brand distributed exclusively by SpartanNash.

“Our Family is rooted in strengthening the communities we serve, making them better places to live, play and grow,” said SpartanNash Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Amy McClellan. “The Our Family Scholarship program is one of many ways we help our independent customers give back to the communities they serve, closely aligned with our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life. We’re thrilled to also invite our Associates, customers and retail store guests to apply for these scholarships.”

The scholarship aims to recognize and reward students who demonstrate a dedication to community involvement. Community members who live in one of the states served by SpartanNash-owned stores or the company’s independent customers are eligible to apply for the scholarship to support undergraduate, graduate or vocational education.

Qualifying students can apply online for one of the $2,500 scholarships between now and Aug. 31, 2024. Recipients will be selected based on their community engagement, including extracurricular activities, charity work and other good deeds. Funds may be used toward any form of higher education, including two- and four-year universities, trade schools or secondary education programs.

“The recipients of last year’s Our Family Scholarship were tremendous role models who worked hard to make their neighborhoods a better place,” said SpartanNash independent customer and Our Family retailer Todd Taylor. “These scholarships are a great opportunity to shine a light on students who give back and promote meaningful change in their communities. We have a lot of incredible young associates who are true community leaders, and we hope to recognize them through this program.”

For more information about the Our Family Scholarship, including additional application criteria, please visit www.ourfamilyfoods.com/scholarships.

About SpartanNash

SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 144 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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SpartanNash ‘Ramps Up’ Plastic Bag Recycling for Earth Day


Company Partners with Trex® and Home Repair Services to Convert Plastic Grocery Bags into Accessible Ramps for Veterans’ Homes

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Food solutions company SpartanNash (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: SPTN) is joining forces with Home Repair Services and Trex® Company to transform recycled plastic grocery bags from its stores into five accessible home ramps for local veterans with disabilities in honor of Earth Day.

“The upcycling of plastic bags into accessible ramps for veterans with disabilities is a People First program that gives our nation’s heroes the gift of mobility and the opportunity to more easily enjoy life outside of their homes,” said SpartanNash Senior Vice President of Communications Adrienne Chance. “We are grateful to the Associates and shoppers in our stores who recycle their plastic grocery bags so that SpartanNash can make these kinds of donations possible.”

The collaboration with Home Repair Services, a local organization providing income-based home repair for those in need, and Trex, an eco-friendly decking company, utilizes plastic bags collected at SpartanNash-operated stores – including Family Fare, D&W Fresh Market, Forest Hills Foods and others – to produce decking for ramps. Each ramp requires approximately 157,500 recycled bags. This effort recycles plastics not typically accepted in standard recycling programs to create low-maintenance and durable composite decking projected to last years longer than traditional wood.

“We are proud to partner with SpartanNash on this important and worthwhile project,” said Trex Company Senior Director of Supply Chain Excellence Dave Heglas. “With the help of dedicated retail partners like SpartanNash, and their eco-minded store guests, we can divert millions of pounds of plastic waste from landfills and give it new life as beautiful and sustainable Trex decking. Making this project even more meaningful is the fact that those deck boards are being used to provide support that helps our veterans live more comfortably.”

Plastic bag recycling bins are available year-round at SpartanNash-operated retail stores. Since the program started in 2023, over 1,000 pounds of plastic bags have been recycled. More information on SpartanNash’s environmental initiatives can be found in the company’s annual ESG report.

About SpartanNash
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 144 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com.

Trex® is a registered trademark of Trex Company, Inc.

CONTACT:
Adrienne Chance
SVP, Communications
SpartanNash
[email protected]

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