Dollar General Appoints Jerry Fleeman Jr as CEO Effective January 2027

Dollar General has appointed Jerry Fleeman Jr, currently CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA, as its new CEO, effective January 1, 2027. Fleeman Jr will succeed Todd Vasos, who has been CEO for a decade in two separate terms. During Vasos's tenure, Dollar General's net sales grew 5.2% to $42.72 billion for the fiscal year ending January 30, 2026, and same-store sales increased by 3%. The company anticipates net sales growth of 3.7% to 4.2% for fiscal 2026. These leadership changes and expected growth metrics indicate potential shifts in strategy and market position.