Tractor Supply Names Chad Frazell Senior Vice President, Human Resources

BRENTWOOD, TN--(Marketwired - September 02, 2014) - Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, today announced that Chad Frazell has joined the Company as Senior Vice President, Human Resources. Mr. Frazell reports to Greg Sandfort, President and Chief Executive Officer, and serves on the Company's executive committee.

Prior to joining Tractor Supply Company, Mr. Frazell was Senior Vice President, Human Resources for Shopko Stores Operating Co., LLC. From 2008 to 2011, he served as Vice President, Human Resources for Kohl's Corporation, where he began as a store manager in 1999. Prior to 1999, Mr. Frazell served as a store manager and assistant manager for Target Corporation. He began his career with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., where he served as an assistant manager and sales associate. 

"We are very excited and pleased to welcome Chad to the Tractor Supply team," Mr. Sandfort stated. "With his extensive experience in human resources and operations in the retail industry, Chad will play an integral role in our Company's future success as we continue to expand and create jobs in the communities we serve."

About Tractor Supply Company
At June 28, 2014, Tractor Supply Company operated 1,331 stores in 48 states. The Company's stores are focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Stores are located primarily in towns outlying major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The Company offers the following comprehensive selection of merchandise: (1) equine, livestock, pet and small animal products, including items necessary for their health, care, growth and containment; (2) hardware, truck, towing and tool products; (3) seasonal products, including lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts and toys; (4) work/recreational clothing and footwear; and (5) maintenance products for agricultural and rural use.