Corie Barry is in the news as stepping down as CEO of Best Buy, with an internal successor named to take over later in 2026. She is also a board member at Domino’s and active in industry groups.
Key points from the latest coverage:
- Best Buy announces leadership transition: Corie Barry will depart as CEO and board member effective October 31, 2026, with an internal successor named to assume the role .
- The company confirms Jason Bonfig will become CEO, succeeding Barry, and will lead key functions including customer, product, and fulfillment .
- Market coverage notes the timeline for her departure and highlights Bonfig’s background in supply chain and marketing as the intended fit to drive the retailer forward .
- Historical context: Barry became Best Buy’s CEO in 2019, the first woman to hold that role at the company, after previously serving as CFO/strategy lead; this leadership transition continues a long-running succession plan within Best Buy’s executive team .
What this means for you:
- If you follow Best Buy leadership, expect a formal transition plan and communications from the company detailing milestones and interim leadership steps through late 2026 .
- For governance and boardroom interests, Barry’s ongoing board roles (e.g., Domino’s Pizza) will continue to position her as a prominent tech-retail governance voice even after her departure as CEO .
Would you like a brief timeline of the announced transition, or a quick profile of Jason Bonfig and his qualifications for the CEO role? I can pull exact dates and summarize the leadership changes in a compact chart.
Sources
Reaction from the CEO of the Minnesota Business Partnership, Kurt Zellers. He joined Vineeta on the Morning News to discuss the legacy of Barry who led one of Minnesota's most recognizable brands during Covid and other crisis filled times. Also, what are business leaders saying about Minnesota Paid Leave and a proposed Wealth Tax?
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