Kroger Reshuffles Leadership After CEO Departure

Kroger has made several executive appointments following the departure of longtime CEO Rodney McMullen, with interim CEO Ron Sargent now leading the company. Joe Kelley, previously president of King Soopers & City Markets, has been promoted to senior vice president of retail divisions, succeeding Kenny Kimball, who returns as president of the Smith's division. Chris Albi will succeed Kelley as president of King Soopers & City Markets, and Kendra Doyel has been named president of Food 4 Less, replacing the retiring Bryan Kaltenbach. These leadership changes come as Kroger addresses industry challenges, including tariff-driven supply chain disruptions and shifting consumer preferences. Sargent praised the incoming leaders for their customer-focused approaches and ongoing contributions. The appointments are part of Kroger’s strategy to strengthen leadership and advance its strategic priorities across its many grocery brands.