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    Richard B. Cohen

    Chairman and CEO at Symbotic Inc
    Board
    Since November 19, 2022
    Education
    Holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from the Wharton School of Business and has been awarded honorary doctorate degrees from Assumption College and Keene State College.
    Tenure
    Has served as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of SYM since November 19, 2022, following previous roles as CEO of Symbotic LLC from November 2017 to April 2022 and as President and Chief Product Officer.

    Also at Symbotic Inc

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    Carol Hibbard
    CFO and Treasurer

    About

    Richard B. Cohen is a seasoned executive with a robust background in both the wholesale distribution and automation industries. He has transitioned through several leadership roles at SYM, showcasing a strong ability to lead transformational changes and foster innovation in operations.

    Coming from a legacy of leadership at C&S Wholesale Grocers, he is the third generation to helm the company. His tenure there is marked by significant growth and expansion, demonstrating his strategic vision and commitment to excellence in supply chain management.

    In addition to his operational expertise, his educational accomplishments include earning a degree in accounting from a world-renowned business school and receiving honorary doctorates, underscoring his dedication to lifelong learning and professional development. His broad industry experience and deep-rooted professional relationships continue to influence his dynamic career in automation and distribution.

    $SYM Performance Under Richard B. Cohen

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Symbotic LLC President and Chief Product Officer June 2022 - November 2022 Former executive position before becoming Chairman and CEO
    Symbotic LLC Chief Executive Officer November 2017 - April 2022 Held the CEO role prior to current leadership
    Symbotic LLC President November 2017 - June 2022 Served concurrently with CEO role before transition
    Symbotic Inc. Chairman of Warehouse From December 2006 Early leadership role at SYM
    C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. President 1989 - March 2014 Leadership role that began in 1989 and concluded in 2014
    C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Chief Executive Officer 1989 - January 2018 Served as CEO until January 2018 before taking on current active roles

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Executive Chair Current Active leadership role at one of the largest grocery wholesalers in the United States
    C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Beneficial Stockholder Current Holds beneficial stock via family trusts

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
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    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    No information available on performance compensation for 2024