Casey’s Announces Restaurant, Retail and Consumer Products Leader
July 08 2021 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: CASY), the third largest
convenience retailer and fifth largest pizza chain in the United
States, today announced the appointment of Gregory A. Trojan to its
Board of Directors, bringing the number of directors from nine to
ten. Mr. Trojan has over 25 years of experience leading national
restaurant, retail and consumer products companies.
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Greg Trojan appointed to Casey’s Board of
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“We are excited to welcome Greg to the Casey’s Board of
Directors as he provides significant restaurant, food service and
other expertise to complement our current board capabilities.
Casey’s and its shareholders will benefit immensely from his
diverse, consumer-focused experience over nearly three decades,”
said Lynn Horak, Casey’s Board Chair.
Mr. Trojan currently serves as CEO and a director of BJ’s
Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ: BJRI), the owner and operator of over
200 casual dining restaurants throughout the United States, where
he also served as President from 2012 through 2018. Prior to BJ’s,
Mr. Trojan served as COO and then CEO at Guitar Center, Inc., a top
retailer of guitars and other musical instruments and equipment,
from 2007 to 2012, and CEO of House of Blues Entertainment, Inc., a
leading operator of restaurant and music venues, concerts and media
properties, starting in 1998.
Earlier in his career, he also held leadership roles with
PepsiCo, including service as CEO of California Pizza Kitchen when
it was owned by PepsiCo, and was a consultant at Bain &
Company, the Wharton Small Business Development Center and Arthur
Andersen & Company. Mr. Trojan holds a Master of Business
Administration from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton
School, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of
Virginia.
“Adding Greg to the Casey’s Board of Directors adds strategic
expertise in areas that fuel the growth of our business – focusing
on the guest, leading an exceptional restaurant caliber foodservice
program and being a retail leader. We look forward to leveraging
Greg’s unique perspective and industry expertise to help continue
Casey’s growth and success,” said Darren Rebelez, President and
CEO, Casey’s.
About Casey’s
Casey’s is a Fortune 500 company (NASDAQ: CASY) operating over
2,300 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the
company has grown to become the third-largest convenience store
retailer and the fifth-largest pizza chain in the United States.
Casey’s provides freshly prepared foods, quality fuel and friendly
service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizza, donuts, other
assorted bakery items, and a wide selection of beverages and
snacks. Learn more and order online at www.caseys.com, or in the
mobile app.
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