Adrienne Chance

Adrienne Chance is the Senior Vice President of Communications at SpartanNash, a leading food distributor based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has a robust background in communications, with over 15 years of experience in various roles that emphasize brand storytelling, crisis communication, and internal communications.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Senior Vice President of Communications at SpartanNash since March 2022. Previously served as Vice President of Communications from April 2021 to March 2022.
• Previous Experience:
  • Executive Director of the SpartanNash Foundation (April 2021 - Present).
  • Communications Director at TrailRunner International (August 2020 - March 2021).
  • Senior Director of Corporate Communications at Borden Dairy Company (July 2018 - July 2020), where she revitalized the brand and managed communications during significant corporate changes.

Education

Adrienne holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations from the University of Florida, where she studied from 2003 to 2007.

Achievements

• Recognized as a Top Woman in PR by PR News in 2017.
• She played a pivotal role in establishing the communications department at Topgolf, contributing to substantial growth in guest visits and workforce expansion during her tenure.

Philosophy

Adrienne emphasizes a proactive approach to opportunities, stating, "Norms are for normal people. You won’t become exceptional by knocking softly at the front door of opportunity" .1

Her extensive expertise encompasses public relations, social media strategy, crisis communication, employee relations, and regulatory compliance, making her a key figure in shaping corporate communications at SpartanNash.