SALISBURY, NC - As Ahold Delhaize USA continues to grow its footprint in the United States retail sector, it has tapped a 22-year grocery industry veteran to join its C-suite. Recently, Kim Lyda was appointed to the role of Chief Legal Officer, where she will work closely with the brands of Ahold Delhaize USA to provide legal counsel and other services.

Lyda most recently served as Senior Vice President of the Business Integrity Group for Retail Business Services, a former Ahold Delhaize USA services company, according to a release. There, she led a diverse team of compliance, government relations, legal affairs, quality assurance, and risk and safety professionals across five locations.

With over two decades of service at Ahold Delhaize USA companies, Lyda has an extensive background in the grocery retail industry. Before joining Ahold Delhaize USA companies, she worked in private practice for seven years and began her career as a Judicial Clerk to Justice Louis B. Meyers of the North Carolina Supreme Court.

In her newest role, she will provide legal counsel, public affairs, risk management, food safety, and compliance to Ahold Delhaize USA brands.

“I have worked with Kim for many years, and she provides excellent legal counsel and is a trusted and dedicated business leader who works tirelessly to help the companies of Ahold Delhaize USA achieve their business goals,” said JJ Fleeman, Chief Executive Officer, Ahold Delhaize USA. “Her impact is evident throughout the company, and we all will benefit from her expertise and guidance in the role of Chief Legal Officer for our U.S. businesses.”

Cheers to Kim Lyda on her appointment!