Ron Vachris — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Costco, a role he officially assumed on January 1, 2024.
Began his career as a part-time forklift driver at Price Club, a predecessor of Costco, in 1982.
Served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Costco starting in February 2022.
Joined Costco's corporate management in 2010 as a senior vice president and general manager.
Gained attention as CEO for Costco's decision to retain its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.

Biography

Ron Vachris is an American business executive who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Costco, a position he officially assumed on January 1, 2024. His career with the company began in 1982 as a part-time forklift driver at Price Club, a predecessor of Costco. Vachris attended Glendale Community College, where he studied business, though he left without completing a degree after starting work at Price Club.