Domino’s Names Joe Jordan Chief Executive

Domino’s announced a leadership change on June 22, 2026. Domino’s named Chief Operating Officer Joe Jordan CEO effective October 1, 2026, as Russell Weiner moves to Executive Chairman Designate, with a focus on reaccelerating growth.

What changed

Joe Jordan was named Chief Executive Officer. Russell Weiner informed the Board of his intention to retire as Chief Executive Officer and will become Executive Chairman Designate on October 1, 2026, serving in that role until the April 2027 annual shareholder meeting.

Leader: Joe Jordan
Role: Chief Executive Officer
Effective: October 1, 2026
Announcement date: June 22, 2026

Leadership background

Jordan is currently Chief Operating Officer and President of Domino’s U.S. and has spent nearly 15 years in leadership roles across Domino’s marketing, U.S. and international operations, technology and franchisee support. The company said he led its international business through a period of record expansion, opening more than 3,000 stores worldwide during his tenure, and that he recently oversaw the relaunch of its loyalty and e-commerce platforms.

The mandate

Jordan said Domino’s will focus on reaccelerating growth and continuing to deliver delicious pizza and exceptional value to customers worldwide.

Why this matters for GTM teams

Executive appointments can precede changes in strategy, operating cadence, hiring, partnerships, and technology priorities. The useful signal is not the title alone: teams should watch the new leader’s stated mandate, prior playbook, organizational scope, and the initiatives announced during the first two quarters.

Source and methodology

This leadership profile is based on the company’s announcement. Roles, transition timing, and biographical details are presented as announced; SalesTools Research does not infer undisclosed succession plans.

Primary source: Domino’s leadership announcement.