Eby-Brown Hires New Vice President of Regional Sales

Springfield, OH – April 3, 2008 – Eby-Brown, a leading consumer products distributor to convenience stores in the eastern U.S, announced today that Justin Sears has accepted the position of Vice President of Regional Sales.  

Sears comes to Eby-Brown from Clark Foodservice in South Bend, Indiana, where he performed as Vice President of Sales.  He brings with him over 10 years of management experience in the retail and food distribution industries and has held various positions, including Sales Manager, Director of Foodservice and Director of Corporate Purchasing.

Sears stated, “I was only interested in joining a winning organization, and I found the one I wanted in Eby-Brown.   With Wakefield Sandwich Company and the Fresh Foods initiative, Eby has solidified its role as the leading distributor of fresh products to c-store retailers.  My background in foodservice will allow me to contribute even more to our customers’ successes.”

Sears plans to relocate to the Springfield, Ohio area upon completion of his training.