Mike Julian’s 38 years of leadership and experience within the grocery industry made him a natural fit as Chairman, CEO of McLane Global.  Mike began his career in grocery management while in upstate New York; his aggressive style soon made him a well respected leader within the industry.  He consulted to high-level, nationally recognized grocery chains, as well as serving as President and CEO of three major U.S. grocery companies.  His long term relationship with well known grocery distribution leader, Drayton McLane, Jr. led to a joint vision that included the relocation of McLane Global’s headquarters to  Texas.

His blog will offer his views as a long time retailer seen through the lens of a seller.