Mollie Stone’s Markets, an independent family-owned grocery operator in California’s Bay Area, has promoted Elliott Stone as chief operating officer.
With more than 19 years of experience working in all aspects of the family business, Elliott, son of founder and CEO Mike Stone, will oversee daily operations focused on maintaining and extending Mollie Stone’s commitment to top quality products, exceptional customer services and community commitment.
“Elliott’s experience, record of innovation and commitment to product quality and customer service make him the clear choice to help lead Mollie Stone’s into the future,” said Mike Stone. “As a family run business, Elliott uniquely understands that our name is on the door and maintaining our commitment to staff and customers is at the heart of every decision we make.”
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Elliott Stone’s experience includes leading management teams as well as serving as general manager for the past five years. He has a bachelor’s degree in business from Arizona State and graduated from the USC Food Industry Management Program.
“Growing up in this family and spending my life involved with and working in these stores, I have a tremendous amount of admiration and respect for what my father has built and the fantastic team we have assembled throughout this organization,” said Elliott Stone.
“I am honored and humbled by this new role, and I will continue to work tirelessly to uphold the values that have made us a trusted name in the community.”
With Elliott Stone stepping into the COO role, the company is poised to continue its family-owned tradition while adapting to the evolving needs of its customers. He will be filling the shoes of Steve Stamos, who is retiring after 32 years of service to Mollie Stone’s Markets and more than 48 years to the industry.
