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Best Buy Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — Best Buy Co., Inc. has named Anne Bramman as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Aug. 19. She will succeed Matt Bilunas, who stepped down at the end of July. Bramman joins Best Buy with more than 30 years of leadership experience across finance, operations, strategy and transformation. In her new role, she will lead Best Buy’s global finance organization and help drive the company’s strategic priorities in partnership with incoming CEO Jason Bonfig and the rest of the leadership team. “Anne brings an impressive and …

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SilverChef USA Appoints Director of Operations and Customer Experience

by Katie Lee

Dallas — SilverChef USA, part of the Australian-founded hospitality equipment financier SilverChef Group, has appointed Madeleine Hopkins as director of operations and customer experience. Hopkins, who has led complex operations and departments across SilverChef’s Australian and Canadian teams, will work alongside Jon Jacobs, president of U.S. operations. With Hopkins’ appointment as the first operations lead in the U.S., SilverChef is building on its commitment to supporting its growing network of commercial kitchen equipment dealers, distributors and hospitality operators as it faces rapid growth in the country. In her new role, …

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McDonald’s Appoints President of McDonald’s USA

by Katie Lee

Chicago — McDonald’s Corporation has promoted Skye Anderson, a company executive with more than 26 years of McDonald’s experience, to president, McDonald’s USA, effective Aug. 4. She succeeds Joe Erlinger, who has decided to leave the company after more than two decades with McDonald’s, including almost 7 years leading the U.S. business. Anderson most recently was chief operating officer. Anderson’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on improving everyday restaurant experience, strengthening value offerings for customers and driving long term profitable growth across the U.S. business. In this role, she will …

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Whataburger Taps QSR Finance Veteran as Next CFO

by Katie Lee

San Antonio — Whataburger® has named QSR finance veteran Ryan Moore as its next chief financial officer. Moore joins Whataburger July 31, bringing deep restaurant experience to help guide the company’s financial strategy as the brand continues to grow. “Ryan is a proven financial leader with deep experience in the restaurant industry and a strong track record of helping brands navigate periods of meaningful growth,” says Debbie Stroud, Whataburger’s president and CEO. “He’s a collaborative leader who understands that when you invest wisely in your people, your operations and the …

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Newk’s Eatery Promotes 20-Year Veteran to COO

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Jackson, Miss. — Newk’s Eatery has promoted longtime executive Matt Wilson to chief operating officer. Wilson joined Newk’s straight out of college as an assistant manager at the brand’s original restaurant in Oxford, Miss. Over the next two decades, he steadily advanced through the organization, serving in leadership roles across operations, training, restaurant development and franchise support before most recently serving as senior vice president of operations. “Matt’s story is the Newk’s story,” says Chris Elliott, CEO of Newk’s Eatery and FSC Franchise Co. “His career demonstrates what’s possible when talented people are …

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Cracker Barrel Plans CEO Succession

by Katie Lee

Lebanon, Tenn. — Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. has appointed David Deno to serve as its next chief executive officer and on the board of directors, both effective Aug. 10, 2026. He succeeds Julie Masino, who will step down as CEO and a member of the board on the same date. Masino will remain with the company in an advisory capacity until Oct. 9, 2026 to support a smooth transition. Deno joins the company from Bloomin’ Brands. “Following a robust and thoughtful search process, we are pleased to welcome …

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Albertsons Companies’ President and CFO to Retire

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Boise, Idaho — Albertsons® Companies, Inc. has announced that Sharon McCollam, the company’s president and chief financial officer, plans to retire later this year. McCollam will remain in her role until a successor is named. Thereafter, McCollam will remain with the company in an advisory capacity until the end of the fiscal year, Feb. 27, 2027, to ensure a seamless transition. “Sharon has been an exceptional partner in helping position Albertsons Cos. for its next chapter of growth,” says CEO Susan Morris. “Since joining the company in 2021, she has …

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AutoZone Promotes VP to SVP, Finance

by Katie Lee

Memphis, Tenn. — AutoZone has promoted Grace Sharpley, vice president, merchandising pricing and analysis, to senior vice president, finance, effective July 10, 2026. Sharpley will join the company’s executive committee and report to Jamere Jackson, chief financial officer. Sharpley is a 12-year AutoZoner who has held several progressive leadership roles during her AutoZone career in audit, finance and as vice president, strategy and vice president, merchandising pricing and analysis. “We are very pleased to announce Grace’s promotion and addition to the executive committee. Her leadership, expertise and consistent delivery of …

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PVH Corp. Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

by Katie Lee

New York City — PVH Corp., home to Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER, has appointed Alexis Rollier as chief financial officer. When he joins the company in early September 2026, Rollier will also join the PVH executive leadership team and report to CEO Stefan Larsson. Rollier brings a strong combination of global finance, operations and omnichannel retail expertise to his new role at PVH. With more than three decades of experience, Rollier joins PVH from Sephora, part of the LVMH Group, where he has served as global chief operating officer …

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Ulta Beauty Names New Chief Technology Officer

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Bolingbrook, Ill. — Ulta Beauty, Inc. has appointed Kelly Garcia as its chief technology officer, effective Aug. 31, 2026. Garcia has been a member of the Ulta Beauty board of directors since 2022. Most recently, he served as the executive vice president and CTO of Domino’s Pizza since July 2012. “Kelly has been an impactful member of our board of directors, providing valuable business insights and technology expertise, including perspectives on emerging technologies such as AI, and we are excited to enhance our executive team with his leadership as our …

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