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Patterson Announces Chief Digital Officer

original Patterson Comapnies Chief Digital Officer Gregg Kunes

Patterson Comapnies Chief Digital Officer Gregg Kunes

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Patterson Companies has announced the appointment of Gregg Kunes as Patterson’s new chief digital officer. Kunes brings a wealth of experience in driving growth and modernization in complex global distribution and manufacturing environments.

Kunes will report to Chief Executive Officer Robert Rajalingam, and will lead Patterson’s overall digital strategy.

Kunes comes to Patterson with over 20 years of experience and most recently was the head of global digital commerce at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he led digital channel building and optimization efforts across 12 business units and executed the largest global software transformation in the industry. Kunes also served as a division leader at Amazon, leading a digital games and software portfolio he built from the ground up.

“We are thrilled to have Gregg join the team at Patterson. Gregg’s previous success in delivering innovative and scalable solutions made him the right fit for the role,” said Robert Rajalingam, chief executive officer. “Patterson is investing in our ongoing digital transformation, and with Gregg now leading that effort, we feel optimistic and excited for this next chapter in the company.”

Looking forward to his new role, Kunes said, “I’m immensely grateful to join a company like Patterson that is rooted in strong values and committed to the success of their customers. My focus will be on finding ways we can move faster and work smarter to deliver world-class customer experiences in our markets. Digital transformation will be at the core of how we approach making our customers successful.”

Gregg Kunes Biography

Originally from Ohio, Kunes earned a master’s degree in business at The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business as well as a BSE double major in business and chemical engineering from the University of Cincinnati. He currently lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Outside of work, Kunes enjoys spending time with his family, coaching youth sports, playing golf and fishing. He also serves on the board of the Pittsburgh chapter of Autism Speaks, and has built AI solution tools to help kids and families coping with autism.

About Patterson Companies Inc.

Patterson Companies, Inc. connects dental and animal health customers in North America and the U.K. to the latest products, technologies, services, and innovative business solutions that enable operational and professional success. Our comprehensive portfolio, distribution network and supply chain are equaled only by our dedicated, knowledgeable people who deliver unrivaled expertise and unmatched customer service and support.

Learn more: pattersoncompanies.com, animalhealthinternational.com

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