Family Dollar Names VP-Store Operations Support

MATTHEWS, N.C. - Discount chain Family Dollar Stores, Inc. has named Colin McGinnis to the position of v.p.-store operations support.

McGinnis formerly served as a regional v.p. of one of Family Dollar's urban region. He was instrumental in improving the performance of many of the company's urban initiative markets, according to Barry Sullivan, s.v.p. store operations.

In his new role, McGinnis will continue to support Family Dollar's urban initiative while also providing leadership for a broader array of store operations initiatives.

"Colin's proven leadership skills and extensive store operations experience will help us continue to drive improved customer service and stronger financial performance from all our stores," said Sullivan.

McGinnis began his career with Family Dollar in August 2004 as regional v.p. of process improvement - store operations and was promoted to regional v.p.-store operations in May 2005. Prior to joining Family Dollar, McGinnis held positions of increasing responsibility with a national drug store chain.