Steve Fristoe
About Steve Fristoe
Steve Fristoe serves as the Regional Distribution Manager at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, a position he has held since 2010. With extensive experience in newspaper distribution and management, he oversees the distribution of multiple publications and has previously held significant roles at various newspapers across the United States.
Work at Gannett
Steve Fristoe has served as the Regional Distribution Manager at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2010. In this role, he manages the distribution of two daily and eight weekly publications in the Florida panhandle. His responsibilities include overseeing single copy and marketing campaigns across the group. Fristoe has maintained this position for 14 years, contributing to the organization's distribution strategies and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Newspaper Distribution
Prior to his current role, Steve Fristoe held several positions in newspaper distribution. He worked at The Wichita Eagle as District Sales Manager from 1977 to 1985. He also served as Zone Manager at Tampa Bay Times from 1986 to 1997, where he managed up to eight distribution centers with a circulation of 80,000. Additionally, he was the Circulation Manager at The Hometown News for one year and held the position of Circulation Director at Prescott Newspapers, Inc. and Alton Telegraph.
Management and Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Steve Fristoe has taken on significant management and leadership roles. He served as Vice President of Circulation for Hartman Newspapers, overseeing thirteen community newspapers in the Houston Texas market. He has guided sixteen District Managers and 154 contract carrier employees at Tampa Bay Times, demonstrating his capability in managing large teams and complex distribution operations.
Education and Expertise
Steve Fristoe studied at Wichita State University, where he completed 60 hours in General Studies from 1984 to 1985. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in newspaper distribution and management, has equipped him with the expertise necessary to excel in his roles within the industry.
Expansion and Development Experience
In addition to his management roles, Steve Fristoe worked as a National Expansion Manager at ACI, where he was responsible for building distribution operations from scratch in major cities such as San Francisco, Boston, and Dallas. This experience highlights his skills in developing and implementing distribution strategies in new markets.