W. Rodney McMullen has been the CEO of The Kroger Co. since 2014. He started his career at Kroger over 30 years ago and climbed the ranks quickly, showing strong expertise in finance and operations. McMullen earned a degree in...

W. Rodney McMullen has been the CEO of The Kroger Co. since 2014. He started his career at Kroger over 30 years ago and climbed the ranks quickly, showing strong expertise in finance and operations. McMullen earned a degree in accounting from the University of Kentucky. Under his leadership, Kroger has focused on customer satisfaction and innovative shopping experiences, which has led to impressive revenue growth. In 2022, Kroger reported an annual revenue of $132.5 billion, making it one of the largest grocery chains in the U.S. McMullen believes in a business model that prioritizes customer loyalty and community engagement, which is reflected in Kroger’s record contributions to food banks and scholarships for employees’ children. On the investment side, he has seen fluctuations in his stock holdings, reaching highs in early 2022 at $158.13 million. His compensation has varied over the years, with a total of $19.2 million in 2022, driven mainly by performance bonuses. McMullen is committed to making Kroger a leader in the grocery sector, pushing for continuous growth and improvement to meet consumer needs efficiently and effectively.