Performance Food Group Appoints New Executives

Performance Food Group Company (PFG) has announced changes to its executive leadership team, with Scott McPherson being promoted to President & Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Craig Hoskins transitioning into the newly established position of Executive Vice President (EVP) & Chief Development Officer, effective Jan. 1, 2025.

Scott McPherson, in his new role, will continue overseeing PFG’s three business segments: Foodservice, Convenience, and Vistar. He will focus on the company’s growth and will be responsible for all aspects of these businesses. McPherson will report to George Holm, PFG’s Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Craig Hoskins will now lead the integration efforts of PFG’s two recent acquisitions, Cheney Brothers Inc. and Jose Santiago Inc., to help ensure the company maximizes the strengths of these two exceptional organizations across the PFG enterprise.

PFG is an industry leader and one of the largest food and foodservice distribution companies in North America with more than 150 locations. Founded and headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, PFG and its family of companies market and deliver quality food and related products to more than 300,000 locations, including independent and chain restaurants; businesses, schools, and healthcare facilities; vending and office coffee service distributors; and big box retailers, theaters, and convenience stores. Following these announcements, the company's shares moved 0.5%, and are now trading at a price of $89.11. For more information, read the company's full 8-K submission here.

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