Publix Super Markets Lakeland Division vp Sam Pero is retiring at the end of this year, and the company is promoting Marsha Singh to the position he is leaving.
Singh was regional director of the Lakeland Division, a position she achieved in 2018. The company noted Singh received the Publix 2017 President’s Award for perpetuating workplace diversity and inclusion. She began her Publix career in 1993 as a part-time cashier in the company’s Palm Bay, FL store.
Pero started his Publix career in 1977 as a part-time front service clerk in the Pembroke Pines, FL location.
Publix president Kevin Murphy said, “Sam has been an energetic leader having made significant contributions in three of our five divisions.”
He added, “Marsha is a dynamic leader who focuses on coaching, training and developing associates. She has made a positive impact on the lives of those around her by helping them achieve their personal best. She is also focused on operational excellence and continuous quality improvement. Marsha is a great merchant who is passionate about service.”
