Weis Markets Names Jonathan Weis President, CEO - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - Food retailer Weis Markets Inc. (WMK) said Friday its board has approved Jonathan Weis as its president and chief executive officer. Weis will also retain his role as company vice chairman. Previously Weis had been serving as the company's interim CEO.

As President and CEO, Weis will oversee all aspects of the company's retail, supply chain, merchandising, human resources, information technology, finance, real estate, and manufacturing operations.

Weis, who joined the company in 1989, is the son of Robert Weis, who remains Chairman of Weis Markets. During his 25 year career, he worked in positions throughout the company including produce merchandising, grocery procurement and store operations.