BI-LO makes exec appointments

Mauldin, S.C. BI-LO has named Bill Nasshan to serve as senior VP merchandising and marketing for the company. In addition, BI-LO announced the promotion of Anthea Jones to senior VP store operations. Both appointments are effective immediately.

Nasshan will replace Larry Stablein, who has acted as interim senior VP merchandising and marketing since November 2008. Nasshan will work with Stablein, who will continue to partner with BI-LO in a consulting capacity for the near future.

Nasshan most recently served as senior VP marketing and merchandising with Shaw’s Supermarkets. Prior to his tenure at Shaw’s, he served as senior VP marketing and merchandising for Borders.

Before joining BI-LO, Jones was group VP, center store. With more than 25 years experience in the grocery industry, he served as VP, non-foods and pharmacy; regional VP and director of customer service for BI-LO. He began his grocery retail career at Food Lion as a courtesy clerk.