B&R Stores promotes Nick Kelso to VP of store operations

B&R Stores Inc. has promoted Nick Kelso to vice president of store operations, the Lincoln, Nebraska-based company announced on Wednesday.

In his new role, Kelso will oversee the operations of the company’s 33 stores across Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri. He will also serve on the company’s executive committee, the company said.

Nick Kelso. / Photo courtesy: B&R Stores

Kelso joined the company as a clerk in Omah, and later he rose through the rank, serving in various roles such as store director and district manager. He now brings 23 years of experience at B&R Stores to his new role.

"I am proud to say Nick is fully qualified to take on additional leadership responsibilities for the company,” B&R Stores President Mark Griffin said in a statement. “As the embodiment of a servant leader, Nick knows in his heart, it is the company's people who matter the most. Nick is a true motivator of people who inspires those he leads to perform at their best."

Founded in 1964 by Russ and Anita Raybould, the family-owned company has grown to include several supermarket banners, including Russ’s Market, Super Saver, Apple Market, Allen’s, Cash Saver, C&R Markets and Joe’s Market located in Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri.