ANKENY, IA - Casey’s General Stores is set to have its first new CEO in more than a quarter-century, with this week’s announcement of Robert J. Myers’ retirement after more than 26 years with the company. Myers will retire as CEO effective April 30, 2016.

“On behalf of the board, I want to thank Bob for his extraordinary contributions over the past nine years as our CEO,” said William C. Kimball, lead director of Casey’s, in announcing the leadership change. “During his tenure as CEO, Bob has overseen significant and profitable growth as Casey’s has built and acquired nearly 500 stores, while enhancing the performance of our existing stores through strategic remodels, customer-oriented initiatives and new product offerings.”

The Casey’s board of directors has named 34-year company veteran Terry W. Handley, currently president and COO, to take over as president and CEO, effective upon Myers’ retirement. Myers will continue to serve on the company’s board of directors following his retirement.

In his three decades with Casey’s, Handley has held roles including director of marketing, store operations regional manager, vice president of foodservice and senior vice president of store operations.

“I am grateful to the board for its vote of confidence and to Bob for his mentorship over the years,” said Handley. “I look forward to working closely with the board, our talented management team and employees to continue to drive shareholder value.”