Leadership transitions at the CEO level continue to reflect a broader focus on adaptability, innovation, and disciplined growth. This month’s executive appointments showcase organizations selecting leaders prepared to navigate economic pressure, evolving markets, and changing stakeholder expectations while positioning their companies for the next phase of growth.
Today, Chief Executives Council will highlight 11 CEOs that accepted new roles in May 2026.
Tyson Foods Appoints Jeff Schomburger as New President and CEO
Tyson Foods, Inc. has named Jeff Schomburger as its new president and chief executive officer. Schomburger has been a member of Tyson Foods’ board of directors since 2016. Prior to that he had worked for Procter & Gamble for 35 years in a variety of leadership positions. He retired from the company as global sales officer in 2019.
Occidental Petroleum Announces Richard Jackson as President and CEO
Occidental Petroleum that its board of directors has named COO Richard Jackson as president and CEO, succeeding Vicki Hollub, who will retire effective June 1. Jackson joined Occidental in 2003 through its Middle East operations.
U.S. Space & Rocket Center Announces Tina Tucker as New CEO
Tina Tucker has been named the chief executive officer of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Tucker, who currently serves as president of Pinnacle Solutions (an Akima company), has deep roots in the Huntsville community as well as two decades of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, and training systems development.
Carter’s Appoints Sharon Price John as New CEO
Carter’s has appointed longtime Build-A-Bear Workshop chief Sharon Price John to lead the company as its new chief executive. John joins the apparel company, after a 13-year run as CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, where she oversaw the turnaround and expansion of the stuffed-animals specialty retailer.
Wendy’s Names Robert Wright as President and CEO
Wendy’s named industry veteran, Robert Wright, as president and chief executive officer as the restaurant chain battles weak sales and pressure from an activist investor. Wright most recently served as the president and CEO of fast-casual restaurant chain Potbelly Corp and has previously held senior leadership roles at Wendy’s as well as Charleys Philly Steaks and Domino’s Pizza.
Banana Republic Announces Donald Kohler as President and CEO
Gap Inc. unveiled Donald Kohler has been appointed global brand president and chief executive officer of Banana Republic. With more than three decades of experience across the luxury, premium and specialty retail markets, Kohler joins Banana Republic PVH Corp., where he most recently served as CEO of PVH Americas, overseeing Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and the company’s regional retail, eCommerce, wholesale, and licensing businesses.
Leonardo Appoints Lorenzo Mariani as CEO
Leonardo (DRS) appointed Lorenzo Mariani as its new CEO after shareholders narrowly approved the Italian government-backed board slate in a closely contested vote. Lorenzo Mariani was a former Leonardo commercial chief and recent head of MBDA’s Italian business.
Post Holdings Promotes Nicolas Catoggio as New CEO and President
Post Holdings has promoted Nicolas Catoggio to president and CEO, with CEO Robert Vitale moving to a new role of executive chairman. Catoggio was appointed COO in January. Before that, he had been president and CEO of the Weetabix owner’s Post Consumer Brands division since September 2021.
Shannon Braddock is Appointed to CEO at GSP
Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) appointed Shannon Braddock as president and CEO of the regional public-private economic development organization. Braddock most recently served as King County executive following Dow Constantine’s resignation to become CEO of Sound Transit.
Evan Kramer Joins Traliant as New CEO
Traliant has appointed Evan Kramer as CEO. Kramer brings experience leading growth-focused companies across technology-enabled services, education technology, marketing technology, SaaS and financial technology. He most recently served as CEO of MarketFully.
Aztec Group Appoints Benjamin Lucas as CEO
Aztec Group, a global provider of private markets services, has appointed Benjamin Lucas as chief executive officer. Lucas will lead Aztec Group’s more than 2,200 people across the UK, the US, Luxembourg, Ireland and the Channel Islands.
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