Richard Owen to lead Convenience Distribution Association
He will officially become President & CEO on November 7, 2025.
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Kimberly-Clark names John Carmichael as president, North America
He will lead Kimberly-Clark's personal care, family care, and professional businesses across the United States and Canada.
The Vitamin Shoppe appoints Mike Forbes executive vice president, chief strategy officer
Forbes brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the retail and consumer packaged goods sectors.
United Natural Foods Taps David Best as President and CEO of Retail
“I’m excited to join UNFI and accelerate the retail business during such a pivotal time for the Company,” Best said.
Dollar Tree names new chief legal officer
The leadership change comes shortly after the company completed the sale of its Family Dollar business earlier this month.
Kroger makes key leadership appointments
Retailer taps internal talent and external expertise to advance sourcing, private brands and divisional leadership.
GoodRx appoints Amazon Pharmacy veteran Laura Jensen as president of Pharma Solutions
Seasoned industry leader tapped to help pharma reimagine their go-to-market strategies and direct-to-patient models.
Walmart appoints new AI leaders to drive tech transformation
The appointments signal Walmart’s intent to remain a tech-forward retail leader by investing in AI capabilities.
SQFI names Brian Updegraff director of financial planning and analysis
Updegraff will collaborate with SQFI’s Arlington-based team to develop and implement financial strategies that support the organization’s global food safety mission.
George Vincent named Kroger secretary and general counsel
Vincent has counseled national and international businesses on strategic growth and is a well-regarded leader in the legal community.
The Raley’s Cos. elevates Blakely and Garrard to senior roles in sales and merchandising
The leadership moves are part of an effort to strengthen customer experience and innovation across the company's eight banners.
Kohl’s names Arianne Parisi as Chief Digital Officer to drive omnichannel growth
Kohl’s taps former JD Sports executive to strengthen digital and app experience for 60 million customers
Estée Lauder Cos. name Aude Gandon as chief digital & marketing officer
She joins The Estée Lauder Companies from Nestlé, where she most recently served as Global Chief Marketing Officer and led the company’s digital transformation across 188 markets and more than 2,000 brands.
