Ahold Delhaize USA names new CFO
Ahold Delhaize USA is continuing its streak of new C-suite additions.
Longtime employee Jason Wilson has been tapped as chief financial officer, and will lead the financial strategy and operations of the parent company of Food Lion, Giant Food, The Giant Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop.
Prior to his promotion, Wilson served as senior VP of finance for Food Lion for more than seven and a half years, where he led all financial activities for the brand. As part of the Food Lion leadership team, he provided strategic direction for the brand, including growth initiatives like new stores and remodels throughout Food Lion’s 10-state footprint.
Wilson started his career in 2000 at Ahold Delhaize USA’s predecessor support brands, serving as director of business development, VP of strategy and VP of finance and business planning. In addition, he has held several positions in category management, and joined the organization as an inventory controller in accounting.
“After more than a decade driving remarkable results at Food Lion, I’m excited to welcome Jason to our U.S. leadership team,” said JJ Fleeman, CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA. “Jason has extensive industry experience and is a proven leader, who I am confident will advance our finance organization and provide strong support and partnership to each of our U.S. businesses. Jason has a retail-oriented, customer-first mindset and a relentless focus that will enable our U.S. businesses to continue to thrive.”
Wilson’s promotion is one of several recent C-suite moves for Ahold Delhaize USA. Earlier this year, the company named Sanja Krajnovic as chief supply chain officer and Keith Nicks as chief commercial and digital officer. The appointments came weeks after the company appointed a new chief information officer.
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“It is an honor to take on this role and contribute to the growth of our businesses,” said Wilson. “I look forward to working alongside the team to drive critical priorities and support our Growing Together strategy through strong financial controls and investments. Together, we will continue our momentum and support each of the U.S. brands in delivering omnichannel growth.”
Netherlands-based Ahold Delhaize operates more than 2,000 stores in 23 U.S. states across its banners.
