Petco announces changes in Executive Leadership Team

Petco Health and Wellness Company announced the evolution of the Executive Leadership Team as a part of the Company’s ongoing efforts to simplify decision making, focus on fewer and clearer priorities, and empower the organization to move with greater speed and agility. As a part of the changes announced today, James Roth has been appointed Chief Stores Officer, reporting directly to Interim CEO Mike Mohan. In this role, Roth will lead operations across all Pet Care Centers in the United States and Puerto Rico. Roth most recently served as Executive Vice President, Stores for Abercrombie & Fitch Co., where he led the stores team across 5 brands, 16 countries and more than 800 stores. He has held numerous senior retail roles during his 20-plus year career. Additionally, Justin Tichy has made the decision to depart the Company, and the COO role has been eliminated. Shari White has been appointed Interim Chief Merchant, reporting directly to Mike Mohan. White joined the company six years ago from consumer products company Perrigo, where she served as Director of Sales, Target. She previously served in merchandising and brand management roles at Target and Unilever. The Company will be conducting a comprehensive internal and external search for a permanent Chief Merchant with the support of a leading global executive search firm. Amy College, current Chief Merchandising and Supply Chain Officer will be leaving the Company on August 17.