Tayebi joined SpartanNash in April 2021 as executive vice president and chief strategy officer after serving as global head of corporate strategy and business development for appliance maker Whirlpool.

"The progress we've made is a testament to the dedication of our Associates and leaders in shaping a vibrant People First culture," said SpartanNash CEO Tony Sarsam. "It is our responsibility to foster an environment where our Associates can grow, thrive and contribute to our collective success, while honoring our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities we serve."Highlights from the 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report include:Prioritized Associate Safety & WellbeingAchieved a top-quartile Total Recordable Incident Rate ("TRIR") of 2.0, reflecting a 25% year-over-year reduction and an 83% decrease in lost-time incidents since 2020.Won the 2024 Theo Award for excellence in injury reduction, safety improvements and return-to-work efficiencies.Empowered Talent: Development & RetentionReduced turnover by 7% and increased 90-day new hire retention by 4% compared to 2023.Provided quality leadership development training through partnerships with DiSC, Korn Ferry , LinkedIn Learning and Skillsoft., LinkedIn Learning and Skillsoft. Welcomed 106 interns from 38 colleges and successfully converted several into full-time Associates.Fostered Associate EngagementHosted a large-scale Associate volunteer event in which 500,000 meals were packed for people affected by natural disasters.Launched a daycare subsidy program to support Associates with childcare expenses.Earned recognition as a Great Place to Work®, U.S. News & World Report® Best Company to work for and a Best & Brightest® Company to Work for in the nation.To read the 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report, visit spartannash.com.About SpartanNashSpartanNash (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 20,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail