Janesville-based retailer Blain’s Farm & Fleet announced today that Mark Hasting has been promoted to president and chief commerce and operating officer. “I am humbled and excited to take on this new role. It is my desire to continue to support the growth of Blain’s Farm & Fleet and the amazing associate family that works
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Jane Blain Gilbertson will remain chief executive officer and sole owner of Blain’s Farm & Fleet and Blain Supply, Inc.
“We are at the point where it just makes sense for me to share more of the leadership responsibilities so that we can increase our capacity for continued growth,” said Blain Gilbertson. “I am extremely proud of the strong leadership team we have here at Blain’s, including Mark, and I have full confidence in their abilities to continue to guide this organization as a team, always focused on our neighbors, our associates, our strong vendor partnerships and our communities. Mark quickly earned our whole company’s confidence with his authentic care and vision and has shown he is a leader of real substance.”
Founded in 1955, Blain’s Farm & Fleet now has 45 stores located in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin and Michigan. With Hasting’s promotion, this will be the first time a non-family member has take on the role of president of the company.
“My sister and I have made a commitment to keep Blain’s Farm & Fleet family owned. That is important to us and to the company culture,” said