About
Mr. Kimbell is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience in retail and consumer-driven businesses. He brings strong expertise in marketing, retail, and business transformation to the Board, which will help Best Buy evolve the future of retail. He was named Chief Executive Officer of Ulta Beauty in June 2021 and sits on its Board of Directors.
CEO / Executive Leadership – Since June 2021, Mr. Kimbell has served as CEO of Ulta Beauty, the largest specialty beauty retailer in the U.S. Before that, he was Ulta Beauty’s Chief Merchandising and Chief Marketing Officer.
Marketing – Mr. Kimbell brings over 25 years of merchandising and marketing experience to the Best Buy Board. Prior to serving as CEO, he held several leadership positions in marketing at Ulta Beauty, as well as U.S. Cellular, Seventh Generation, PepsiCo, and The Procter & Gamble Company.
Retail – Mr. Kimbell brings a deep understanding of the retail industry through his multiple roles at Ulta Beauty. He also brings experience developing transformation strategies necessary to operate successfully in the evolving omnichannel environment.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Working history
Committee/s
| Company | Committee | Role | Appointment Date | Resignation Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Buy | Board | Member | 01/07/2023 | |
| Best Buy | Other | Member | 01/07/2023 | |
| Best Buy | Remuneration | Member | 01/07/2023 |