Domino’s Pizza Inc has appointed Joe Jordan as its next CEO, effective October 1, as part of the company’s multi-year succession plan.
Jordan, who is currently COO and president of Domino’s US, will also join the company’s board of directors at that time.
Jordan has spent nearly 15 years in leadership roles across Domino’s marketing, US and international operations, technology and franchisee support, with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation.
He had led Domino’s international business through a period of record expansion, opening more than 3000 stores worldwide during his tenure. 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.
Current CEO Russell Weiner will transition to executive chairman designate on October 1 and become executive chairman following the 2027 annual shareholder meeting. He will help ensure continuity as the company transitions to its next leadership and will provide counsel to Jordan and the board, leveraging his 18 years with the brand.
“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 David 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.
“At the same time, 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 will retire from the board and as executive chairman following the 2027 annual shareholder meeting, concluding his 28 years at the company.
For the year ended December 28, Domino’s reported a 5.4 per cent increase in global retail sales and a 3 per cent growth in net income.
Fourth-quarter sales rose 4.9 per cent, driven by a 5.5 per cent increase in the US and 4.5 per cent uplift in international markets.
