Home Depot Chairman, President, and CEO Ted Decker has taken a temporary medical leave of absence, the Atlanta-based home improvement retailer announced on Wednesday. According to multiple sources, Decker is expected to return within the next few months.
Key Takeaways
Home Depot CEO Ted Decker is taking a temporary medical leave of absence for several months. Senior executives Ann-Marie Campbell and Richard McPhail will oversee operations during his absence. The company did not disclose details about Decker's medical condition.
- Home Depot CEO Ted Decker takes medical leave, expected to return in a few months
- Ann-Marie Campbell to handle day-to-day operations; Richard McPhail to manage financials and Pro subsidiaries
- Greg Brenneman appointed as interim board chairman during Decker's absence
- The company is set to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings on August 18th
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 4 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceo Leave Duration | Broad Agreement | Expected return within a few months | |
| Interim Leadership Roles | Broad Agreement | Campbell oversees operations; McPhail handles financials and Pro subsidiaries. | |
| Board Chair During Leave | Broad Agreement | Greg Brenneman appointed as interim board chairman. |
Ceo Leave Duration
Broad AgreementExpected return within a few months
Interim Leadership Roles
Broad AgreementCampbell oversees operations; McPhail handles financials and Pro subsidiaries.
Board Chair During Leave
Broad AgreementGreg Brenneman appointed as interim board chairman.
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During his leave, Ann-Marie Campbell, Home Depot's senior executive vice president, will manage day-to-day operations. Richard McPhail, executive vice president and CFO, will oversee financial management and Pro subsidiaries. Greg Brenneman, independent lead director of the board, will chair the board during Decker's absence.
Brenneman expressed confidence in Campbell and McPhail's abilities to lead the company during this period. "The Home Depot has the best management team in retail," he said in a statement. "Both Ann-Marie and Richard are strong, seasoned executives who have worked together for more than 20 years."
Decker joined Home Depot in 2000 as director of business valuation and became CEO in March 2022. The company has not disclosed the specific medical issue that led to his leave.
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