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Kroger Announces Executive Leadership Changes, Outlines Vision for 2026
Kroger is making significant changes in its executive team with a series of new appointments.
"We are excited to promote several talented senior executives to key roles that will position Kroger for future success," stated Ron Sargent, Kroger's Chairman and CEO. "Victor Smith, Monica Garnes, Kendra Doyel, and Ken DeLuca are strong leaders with decades of experience, and I look forward to their continued success in their new roles. I also want to thank Colleen Juergensen and Tom Schwilke for their many contributions to our customers, associates, and...
Dollar Tree Names New Chief Supply Chain Officer
Dollar Tree, Inc. has announced the retirement of Chief Supply Chain Officer Mike Kindy, who joined the company in May 2023.
“From overseeing complex distribution networks to modernizing our supply chain strategy, his contributions have been instrumental in positioning our company for long-term success. We are grateful for Mike’s service and wish him all the best in his upcoming retirement,” said Mike Creedon, the company's Chief Executive Officer.
Kindy will be succeeded immediately by Roxanne Weng.
Weng brings over 30 years of experience in the retail industry...
Yum! Brands CEO Set to Retire in 2026
Yum! Brands has announced that David Gibbs, the company’s current Chief Executive Officer, will retire after nearly four decades of service. Gibbs, who became CEO in January 2020, has informed the Board of Directors of his intention to retire in the first quarter of 2026.
In preparation for this transition, the Board has formed a succession planning committee tasked with identifying and appointing Gibbs’ successor. Gibbs will remain with the company throughout the search process and until his retirement.
Under Gibbs' leadership, Yum! Brands saw remarkable growth...
Albertsons Appoints Susan Morris as CEO Successor, Reaffirms Fiscal 2024 Outlook
Albertsons Companies has announced a succession plan following the planned retirement of its CEO, Vivek Sankaran, effective May 1. The company has appointed Susan Morris to succeed Sankaran and join the Board of Directors.
Morris, a 40-year veteran of the company, brings extensive expertise and deep knowledge of the business. She has served as the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since January 2018.
“I have worked closely with Vivek and the leadership team on our plans to accelerate growth and...
Kroger Announces Leadership Transition as Todd Foley Retires and David Kennerley Takes Over as CFO
Todd Foley will retire as interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Kroger after 24 years with the company. Foley’s career at Kroger began as an audit manager, and over the years, he has held several key positions, ultimately stepping into the interim CFO role in 2024.
Effective April 3, Foley will be succeeded by David Kennerley, most recently of PepsiCo Europe. Kennerley will join Kroger on March 10 as Senior Vice President and will work closely with Foley to ensure a smooth transition...
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