With my first column as CEO & President, I want to share how excited I am to take this next step in my career with all of you. You make Publix what it is today, and that makes me proud.

No matter whether you’re a front service clerk or a vice president, you’re a critical part of our success, and continuing to communicate what’s happening at Publix is important to me. Being a large company means we have to find ways to stay glued together. It’s part of what makes Publix people unique and effective.

If you aren’t sure what’s important to your company, ask your manager. They’re here to guide you and help you be successful in your Publix career. Investing in our associates is the most important thing we can do. We want you to know when you’re doing a great job, and we want you to know how you can do even better. But above all, we want you to know you can build a career here — with our future growth plans, you have so many opportunities to advance. You just have to work hard and take advantage of what comes your way.

You see, Publix is like a tree, and you — our associates — are our branches that help strengthen us. We will struggle growing if you don’t work toward finding and following the paths available to you. Learn what you can do and how you can get there. Take personal accountability for your next step. Reach up and out.

Todd Jones
CEO & President

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