Grocery Outlet opening first store in Ohio

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. today announced its store opening in Boardman, Ohio, representing the company’s presence in nine states.

The store will share Independent Operators Eric and Sarah Senges with a second location in New Castle, Pa., only 17 miles apart. Both Mr. and Mrs. Senges share a combined background of more than 30 years in retail, including previously operating a Grocery Outlet location in Lake Elsinore, Calif.

“We are thrilled to be expanding Grocery Outlet’s footprint and opening a store in Ohio,” said Grocery Outlet Chief Executive Officer and President, RJ Sheedy. “Our partnership with the Senges family has proven successful across the country and I look forward to helping them make high-quality, affordable groceries more accessible to the community.”

The company’s presence in Ohio is representative of Grocery Outlet’s long-term, strategic geographic expansion. With 455 stores currently open across the country, Grocery Outlet is constantly evaluating growth opportunities, bringing jobs to local communities and helping consumers stretch their dollar on name-brand items.