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Lakeland, Fla. — Publix Super Markets’ executive chairman, Todd Jones, intends to retire, effective May 31, 2026. He will remain actively involved in the company as chairman of the Publix board of directors. “We celebrate Todd’s 46-year career and are thankful for his exemplary service to our company, our associates and customers, and the communities we serve,” says Kevin Murphy, CEO of Publix. “In addition to being an outstanding operator and mentor, Todd has led with integrity and a deep commitment to our mission that will have lasting impact. We …

Minneapolis — The board of directors of Best Buy Co., Inc. has selected Jason Bonfig, the company’s chief customer, product and fulfillment officer, to succeed Corie Barry as the next chief executive officer at Best Buy. Barry will step down from her roles as CEO and member of the board at the end of third quarter on Oct. 31 of this year. Bonfig will also join the board at that time. Bonfig’s appointment as the sixth CEO in the company’s 60-year history is the result of an extensive process conducted …

San Francisco — Williams-Sonoma, Inc. has promoted Aujsha Taylor to president of Rejuvenation, the company’s premier lighting and hardware brand. Taylor has been with Williams-Sonoma, Inc. since 2003 and stepped into the leadership role for Rejuvenation in 2020. Under her leadership, Rejuvenation’s revenue has more than doubled, driven by expanded merchandise categories and growth of the brand’s retail footprint to 13 stores, including Nashville, Tenn. (pictured), and Salt Lake City locations that opened in 2025, with plans to open a 14th retail location in Dallas in 2026. “Aujsha’s promotion to …

Murray, Utah — In a letter to shareholders from Marcus Lemonis, executive chairman and CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc., Lemonis outlined the strategic decision of Bed Bath & Beyond to acquire The Container Store, Elfa and Closet Works. The closing of this acquisition is expected to be in July 2026. “This transaction will fill critical gaps in both our retail and home services strategy,” Lemonis explains. “As we build our company platform, any additional assets including talent must serve a clear purpose to our company’s long term strategy.” …

St. Louis — Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers, an automotive service provider and tire retailer, has successfully completed its CEO succession plan, with Derek Basile assuming the role of chief executive officer. He succeeds Frank Kneller, who will transition to executive chairman and continue to support Dobbs’ strategy and M&A initiatives. Basile joined Dobbs in early 2024 as chief financial officer and has played a key role in strengthening the company’s financial performance and strategic direction during a period of rapid growth. In 2025, Basile assumed additional responsibilities as chief …