Publix names Atlanta Division VP

LAKELAND, Fla. Publix announced that it has promoted Joseph DiBenedetto to Atlanta Division VP effective Jan. 1, 2011.

DiBenedetto began his Publix career in 1975 as a front-service clerk in Cape Coral, Fla. He became a store manager in 1986 and district manager in 1992. He was also Publix’s first district manager in South Carolina. He has been a regional director in the Atlanta Division since June 1995.

“Developing our leaders for future opportunities is important to our long-term success,” said CEO Ed Crenshaw. “I am pleased we have leaders like Joe who are prepared to take on new roles.”