Joseph A. Palko Jr. has been named director of retail services at Floyd Medical Center.
Palko will provide consultative support for existing retail venues, develop plans for the expansion of retail services and coordinate a range of ventures as planned and budgeted.
Prior to joining Floyd, Palko served as the vice president of sales, stores and operations at Goody’s LLC in Knoxville, Tenn. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Saint Francis University, Loretto, Pa. In addition, he has completed training in advanced leadership, management development and situational leadership.
A native of Altoona, Pa., Palko resides in Rome.
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