Retail Tech Insights: Awards Ranking
Retail Tech Insights is excited to launch its upcoming Top 10 Retail CIOs - 2025 awards, celebrating leaders who excel in technical know-how, pioneering achievements, and unwavering commitment to innovation. Nominees will be chosen for their exemplary leadership and resilience in overcoming challenges.
Top 10 Retail CIOs - 2025
Chief Information Officer, Superior Grocers
Jesus Mathus is the Chief Information Officer at Superior Grocers. He is a technology leader with decades of experience in retail and grocery, focusing on digital transformation and supply chain systems. He helps companies grow by making smart technology investments, improving operations, and creating better customer experiences.
President & Chief Information Officer, Lulus
Mark Vos is the President and Chief Information Officer at Lulus, a leading online retail company. He helps the business grow by using technology to improve operations, boost revenue and create strong systems. Vos is known for building teams, finding market opportunities and leading long-term strategies for success.
Chief Information Officer, Tapestry
Yang Lu is the Chief Technology Officer at Tapestry. She leads global technology operations, driving digital transformation to improve customer experiences and business performance. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation and data-driven tools, she helps Tapestry's brands grow by using technology to solve retail challenges and support modern consumer needs.
Senior Vice President IT & CIO, Skechers
Christopher Coye is the Senior Vice President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer at Skechers. He is a technology leader with deep experience in retail, media and wholesale industries. Coye helps companies grow by improving technology systems, leading digital changes and building strong, high-performing teams.
Chief Information Officer, The Estée Lauder Companies
Michael Smith is a business leader, board advisor, and owner of a top-level European football club. He helps companies grow by guiding their leaders, teams and strategies. With over 30 years of experience, he is known for building strong teams, leading change and helping companies grow across many industries.
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, The TJX Companies
Mark Beyerly is the Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at The TJX Companies. He has over 25 years of experience leading technology and business solutions at major companies like PepsiCo, Citibank and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He is known for driving innovation and building strong technology teams.
Chief Information Officer, H&R Block
Alan Lowden is the Chief Information Officer at H&R Block. He has over 25 years of experience in technology and business leadership, having led consulting, software and finance teams. He is known for driving innovation, building strong teams, and guiding major transformations in large organizations.
SVP, Chief Information Officer and Head of Payroll Services, Ollie's Bargain Outlet
Larry Kraus is the Chief Information Officer and Head of Payroll Services at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet. He has spent over 25 years in retail technology leadership, including key roles at Bon-Ton Stores, Rite Aid and Walmart. Kraus is known for driving systems improvement and operational efficiency across large organizations.
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, Weis Markets
Greg Zeh is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Weis Markets. He has over 25 years of experience in finance and technology leadership. He focuses on building strong teams, improving processes and driving innovation to support business growth, customer experience and long-term success.
EVP and Chief Information Officer, Dollar General
Carman Wenkoff is the Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Dollar General. He has over 25 years of experience leading technology and digital teams across major companies. He focuses on innovation, delivery and service, and actively contributes to boards and leadership groups in the technology and retail sectors.



