Costco Wholesale Corporation Org chart
This Costco Wholesale Corporation org chart highlights the company’s organizational structure and leadership team, including key executives such as Ron M. Vachris (President, CEO & Director) , Torsten Lubach (Chief Technology Officer) , and Teresa Jones (Executive Vice President, COO - Global Depots and Traffic) . It provides a clear overview of the leadership team’s roles and how they work together to achieve organizational goals and ensure effective management across all functions.
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Costco Wholesale Corporation Leadership Team
Executives
Profile Summary
Ron M. Vachris
President, CEO & Director
Ron M. Vachris has been a director of the Company since February 2022. He has served as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company since February 2022. Mr. Vachris has been elected President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2024. Mr. Vachris previously served as Executive Vice President of Merchandising from June 2016 to January 2022, as Senior Vice President of Real Estate Development from August 2015 to June 2016, and Senior Vice President, General Manager of the Northwest Region, from 2010 to July 2015. He spent the previous 28 years in various management positions in warehouse operations. Mr. Vachris’s qualifications to serve on the Board include his extensive knowledge of the Company’s business developed over the course of his long career with the Company, particularly in the areas of operations and merchandising.
Torsten Lubach
Chief Technology Officer
Torsten Lubach is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience in leadership roles, including serving as Chief Technology Officer at Costco Wholesale and CIO & Head of Digital, Senior Vice President at Lidl US. Prior positions include Vice President / CIO at Lidl US and Managing Director IT at Lidl Dienstleistung GmbH & Co. KG, where responsibilities encompassed IT project management and departmental oversight. Additionally, Torsten Lubach has contributed to academia as a Lecturer in IT Strategy & Planning at the Graduate School Rhein Neckar. Educational qualifications include a BA in Economics and Business Administration with a focus on Retail from Berufsakademie Mannheim, complemented by advanced studies at Essec Business School Paris and Mannheim Business School.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Lidl US
Teresa Jones
Executive Vice President, COO - Global Depots and Traffic
Teresa L. Jones is an experienced professional with a diverse background in customer service and operations. Currently serving as an Assistant Cashier at Costco Wholesale since February 2015, Teresa previously worked as a Sales Support Associate at Nordstroms Rack, where recognition was achieved for outstanding customer enrollment in the Fashion Rewards Program. Prior to these roles, Teresa dedicated 26 years as an International Flight Attendant for American Airlines, demonstrating exceptional judgment and conflict resolution skills in high-pressure situations. Teresa holds a degree in Therapeutic Recreation and Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington, alongside a Bachelor of Applied Science in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy, and is a graduate of Carmel High School.
Wendy Davis
SVP, General Manager, Southeast Region
Wendy Davis is SVP, General Manager, Southeast Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Claudine Adamo
EVP, COO - Merchandising
Claudine Adamo is EVP, COO - Merchandising at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Sarah George
SVP, Merchandising, Foods & Sundries
Sarah George has been an employee at Costco Wholesale since 1995. Sarah has held various titles within the company, including Corporate Buyer, Assistant General Merchandise Manager, General Merchandise Manager, and currently serves as Senior Vice President. In their current role, Sarah oversees and directs the Merchandising and Buying staff for Foods and Sundries. Sarah George holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Portland State University and Western Governors University.
Patrick J. Callans
EVP, Administration
Patrick Callans has an extensive background in law and corporate administration. Patrick has held various executive and leadership roles at Costco Wholesale, including Executive Vice President of Administration and Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Risk Management. Prior to their time at Costco, Patrick worked as an attorney at Foster Pepper & Shefelman and Winston & Strawn LLP. Patrick holds a JD from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and an E-MBA from Seattle University. Patrick also obtained their undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Winston & Strawn
Darby Greek
SVP, General Manager, Texas Region
Darby Greek is SVP, General Manager, Texas Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Jeff Cole
Senior Vice President - Costco Wholesale Industries
Jeff Cole is Senior Vice President - Costco Wholesale Industries at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Gary Millerchip
Executive Vice President & CFO
Gary Millerchip is an accomplished executive with a robust background in the retail and finance sectors. Currently serving as Executive Vice President at Costco Wholesale, previous roles include Chief Financial Officer at The Kroger and CEO of Kroger Personal Finance, as well as Corporate Strategy & Integration Lead for Kroger Co. Gary also held the position of Head of Personal Cards at the Royal Bank of Scotland. Educational qualifications include an Executive Leadership Program from Harvard Business School and a Post Graduate Diploma from the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, reflecting a solid foundation in business administration and management.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Kroger
Richard Chang
SVP & General Manager, Asia
Richard Chang is SVP & General Manager, Asia at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Greg Carter II
SVP & General Manager, Los Angeles Region
Greg Carter II is SVP & General Manager, Los Angeles Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
John Sullivan
EVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
John Sullivan is an experienced ALM & SAP Solution Manager Functional Analyst currently employed at Costco Wholesale since March 2019. Notable previous roles include ALM Test Manager at Telesto Group LLC, where responsibilities involved defining testing strategies and managing test execution for SAP Transportation Management System projects, and ALM Technical Consultant as an independent contractor. John Sullivan's career began as a Systems Analyst/Programmer at Concorde Trading Co and has progressed through various positions within companies such as SAP America, AT&T, Federal-Mogul, and Moog Automotive, focusing on SAP systems administration, infrastructure management, and solution architecture. Educational qualifications include a diploma in Computer Programming from Bryan Institute Career Training and numerous SAP-related certifications from SAP America.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
SAP
Russ Miller
Senior Executive Vice President, COO - Warehouse Operations - U.S. and Mexico
Russ Miller is Senior Executive Vice President, COO - Warehouse Operations - U.S. and Mexico at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Caton Frates
Executive Vice President, COO - Southwest Division
Caton Frates is Executive Vice President, COO - Southwest Division at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Ali Moayeri
SVP, Construction & Purchasing
Ali Moayeri is SVP, Construction & Purchasing at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Bill Koza
SVP, GM, Midwest Region
Bill Koza is SVP, GM, Midwest Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Frank Chislette
SVP & General Manager, Eastern Canada Region
Frank Chislette is SVP & General Manager, Eastern Canada Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
David Messner
SVP, Real Estate Development
David Messner is SVP, Real Estate Development at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Louie Silveira
SVP & General Manager, Europe
Louie Silveira is SVP & General Manager, Europe at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Scott O'Brien
SVP, Merchansiding, Fresh Foods
Scott O'Brien is SVP, Merchansiding, Fresh Foods at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Peter Gruening
SVP, Membership, Marketing & Member Service Centers
Peter Gruening is SVP, Membership, Marketing & Member Service Centers at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Azmina Virani
SVP & General Manager, Western Canada Region
Azmina Virani is SVP & General Manager, Western Canada Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Angelina Chaparro
SVP & GM, Bay Area Region
Angelina Chaparro is SVP & GM, Bay Area Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Walt Shafer
SVP & General Manager, Lincoln Premium Poultry
Walt Shafer is SVP & General Manager, Lincoln Premium Poultry at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Geoff Shavey
SVP, Merchandising, Non-Foods & Ecommerce
Geoff Shavey is SVP, Merchandising, Non-Foods & Ecommerce at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Pierre Riel
SVP & General Manager, Eastern Canada Region
Pierre Riel is SVP & General Manager, Eastern Canada Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Andree T. Brien
SVP, National Merchandising, Canadian Region
Andree T. Brien is SVP, National Merchandising, Canadian Region at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Joseph P. Portera
EVP, COO-Eastern & Canadian Divisions & Chief Diversity Officer
Joseph P. Portera is EVP, COO-Eastern & Canadian Divisions & Chief Diversity Officer at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Richard Stephens
SVP, Pharmacy
Richard Stephens is SVP, Pharmacy at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
Pratil Lal B.optom
Head Of Professional Services
Pratil Lal B.Optom, OD, MBA, serves as the Head of Professional Services at Costco Wholesale since November 2024, following a notable tenure as Senior Director of Medical and Professional Affairs at Warby Parker from November 2018 to October 2024. Previous roles include Director of Health and Wellness at Walmart, where responsibilities encompassed operations, business growth, and professional relations in pharmacy and optical sectors. At IRIS The Visual Group, Pratil held multiple leadership positions focusing on professional development and customer experience strategies. Pratil's background includes strategic planning and business development at EyeCare Associates and experience as an optometrist at Swindle and Associates. Educational credentials include an MBA from Queens University and further studies at the University of Waterloo and the University of Melbourne.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Suraj Panicker
AVP
Suraj Panicker is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the technology sector, currently serving as the AVP of IT at Costco Travel and as AVP at Costco Wholesale, both since 2005. Prior to these roles, Suraj held the position of Technical Manager at Blue Star Infotech from August 2003 to January 2005 and served as Lead Architect at Claas Solutions GmbH from December 1999 to August 2003. Suraj holds a Master of Business Administration in Technology Management from the UW Foster School of Business and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Kerala.
Patty Bauer
Vice President
Patty Bauer is Vice President at Costco Wholesale Corporation.
