The Board of Directors of Retail Properties of America, Inc. appointed Shane C. Garrison to serve as its President and Chief Operating Officer. Prior to Mr. Garrison's appointment, Mr. Garrison served as the company's Executive Vice President, Chief Investment Officer and Chief Operating Officer and Steven P. Grimes served as the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer. As a result of Mr. Garrison's appointment, Mr. Grimes ceased to hold the title of President as of May 24, 2018. Mr. Grimes will continue to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company.