US wholesaler United Stationers has promoted P. Cody Phipps to the position of president and chief operating officer of the company, effective September 1, 2010. He will report to Richard W. Gochnauer, who will remain chief executive officer.
Phipps, 48, joined the company in 2003 as senior vice president, operations and was promoted to president, United Stationers Supply in 2006. United Stationers says that he has been instrumental in driving growth and obtaining operating efficiencies in the company's largest operating unit and has made a significant positive impact on overall company results. In his new role, Phipps will have leadership responsibility for all operating units and key strategic initiatives.
Todd Shelton, 43, President, Lagasse, has been promoted to president, United Stationers Supply, replacing Phipps. He will report to Phipps and serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.