Domino’s CEO to retire; successor named
The largest pizza company in the world will see a major leadership change this fall.
Domino's Pizza Inc. said that Russell Weiner has informed the company's board that he plans to retire, serving thought Sept. 30, after which he will become executive chairman designate. In line with its multi-year succession planning process, the board appointed Joe Jordan, currently COO and president – Domino's U.S., as CEO effective Oct. 1. Jordan will also join the company's board at that time.
Weiner will become executive chairman following Domino’s 2027 annual shareholder meeting. David Brandon, executive chairman, will retire and not stand for reelection to the board in 2027, concluding 28 years of service.
Jordan has spent nearly 15 years in leadership roles across Domino's marketing, U.S. and international operations, technology and franchisee support. Most recently, he has overseen key strategic initiatives, including the relaunch of the company's loyalty and e-commerce platforms and the launch of Domino's global digital marketplace partnerships.
"After a thoughtful succession planning process, the board unanimously concluded that Joe is the right leader to serve as Domino's next CEO,” said executive chairman Brandon. “He embodies Domino's culture of developing leaders from within, has earned the trust of franchisees across our global system and is uniquely qualified to guide the company through its next phase of growth.”
Outgoing CEO Weiner took the reins of the quick-serve restaurant company in 2022 after serving in a variety of leadership roles. During his tenure, Domino’s added more than 3,200 net stores globally, increased global retail sales by nearly $3 billion, and grew operating income by nearly 30%. He was was the architect of the chain’s “Hungry for MORE” strategy, which continues to drive sales and store growth and expand Domino's dominant market share of the pizza category
“Russell is one of the most innovative, strategic leaders in our industry, and Domino's will continue to benefit from his creativity, franchisee relationships and extensive knowledge of the QSR category in his role as executive chairman,” Brandon said.
Domino’s ranks among the world's top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 22,300 stores in over 90 markets.
