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CINCINNATI — Kroger Co. is establishing two new supermarket divisions to support its planned growth in Texas. The Dallas and Houston markets, which have been part of Kroger’s Southwest division, will each become separate divisions, according to the company.
Kroger Co. is establishing two new supermarket divisions to support its planned growth in Texas. The Dallas and Houston markets, which have been part of Kroger’s Southwest division, will each become separate divisions, according to the company.
"Kroger is committed to growing and serving our customers in the great state of Texas, and in our important Louisiana markets," company chairman and chief executive officer Rodney McMullen said in a statement.
Kroger has previously detailed capital investment plans that call for the company to spend approximately $700 million in the Dallas-Fort Worth market and $500 million in the Houston market over the next three years.
Bill Breetz, who has been serving as president of Kroger’s Southwest division since 2002, will continue to oversee operations in Texas and Louisiana for the remainder of the year, and will serve as president of the new Houston division.
"We see opportunities for growth in both Dallas and Houston, thanks in large part to Bill’s leadership the past 13 years," McMullen said. "This move will bring resources closer to our store teams, customers and communities."
Dana Zurcher, who is currently vice president of operations for the Southwest division, has been promoted to president of Kroger’s Dallas division, effective October 1.
"Dana’s experience spans several retail divisions, and she understands nearly every aspect of our business," McMullen said. "She is an exceptional leader who is known for helping associates discover their full potential. We are excited to have Dana lead our team in Dallas."
Kroger’s new Dallas division includes 105 stores in the Dallas and Fort Worth markets and in the Shreveport and Alexandria, La., area.
The new Houston division includes 109 stores in the greater Houston region, as well as stores in Lake Charles, La.
