Animal Supply Company Announces New Chief Executive Officer

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Propel Communications

Jan 11, 2016, 08:00 ET


IRVING, TX (PRWEB) January 11, 2016 -- Animal Supply Company(“ASC”), a national leader in pet food and supplies distribution, has named distribution and consumer products veteran Donald P. McIntyre as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2016. With an extensive background at some of the nation’s leading distribution and consumer product companies, Mr. McIntyre’s leadership will enhance ASC’s ability to deliver a consistent and outstanding experience for vendors and customers coast to coast.

“With a proven track record of executive leadership and supply chain experience, Donald brings exceptional skills for driving our continued excellence and growth,” stated Randy Reber, Chairman of the Board. “His experience is perfectly aligned with our Company’s Local Everywhere™ mission to serve the independent pet channel.”

Prior to joining ASC, Mr. McIntyre served as President Western Region as well as SVP, National Supply Chain & Strategy of United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI). Previously Mr. McIntyre served as President and CEO of Claridge Foods. Mr. McIntyre also held several senior positions within subsidiaries of Sara Lee Corporation, including President and CEO of Sara Lee Coffee & Tea.

For more information, please visit http://www.AnimalSupplyCompany.com.

About Animal Supply Company

Animal Supply Company is the national leader in Local Everywhere™ pet food and supplies distribution, serving retailers throughout the United States and the Caribbean. The Company operates 30 facilities and employs approximately 1,400 people. The Company has nearly 10,000 independent retailer customers who combined operate over 15,000 retail outlets. Animal Supply Company offers its Delivering Success™ commitment to support independent retailers and high quality vendors in the pet food and supplies industry. The Company offers innovative value-added services for its retailer customers, including its exclusive brand, Neighborhood Pet Products™.

Erin Terjesen, Propel Communications, http://www.propelcommunications.com, +1 6026252871, [email protected]