Joel D. Anderson joined Petco as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the company’s Board of Directors in July 2024.
A retail industry veteran with over three decades of experience, Joel is widely recognized for his operational and merchandising expertise, his passion for leadership development, proven ability to foster strong teams that deliver significant shareholder value and his track record of powering consumer brands for growth.
Prior to Petco, Joel served as CEO of specialty retailer Five Below, Inc., where he led the company’s U.S. expansion, increasing the number of stores from 361 to more than 1,600, and delivering revenue growth that took the organization from $500 million to more than $3.5 billion. He also led the successful launch of the retailer’s e-commerce business, optimized operations, increased productivity and expanded the organization into new retail categories.
Previously, Joel served as President and CEO of Walmart.com from 2011 to 2014. In addition to leading the multi-billion-dollar business, he laid the foundation for the retailer’s entry into digital commerce.
Before that, he served as Senior Vice President of Walmart’s Northern Plains division stores, overseeing more than 100,000 employees and over $25 billion in annual sales.
In addition to his role as Petco’s CEO, Joel also serves on the Board of Directors for Sprouts Farmers Market, as a member of the audit and compensation committees. He is a strong believer in the power of building a positive company culture and developing leadership across the organization.
Joel holds a master’s degree in business administration from Harvard Business School, in addition to a bachelor’s degree in political science and speech communications from St. Olaf College.
He is a devoted father to three daughters and one son, and husband to his wife Amy of over 30 years. Joel has been a pet parent for the majority of his life, most recently to rescue dog Stella. He is based in Petco’s National Support Center in San Diego.
What is Joel D. Anderson's net worth?
The estimated net worth of Joel D. Anderson is at least $2.60 million as of March 31st, 2025. Anderson owns 853,304 shares of Petco Health and Wellness stock worth more than $2,602,577 as of December 17th. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other investments that Anderson may own. Learn More about Joel D. Anderson's net worth.
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Has Joel D. Anderson been buying or selling shares of Petco Health and Wellness?
Joel D. Anderson has not been actively trading shares of Petco Health and Wellness over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, on Monday, March 31st, Joel D. Anderson bought 849,541 shares of Petco Health and Wellness stock. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $3.03 per share, with a total value of $2,574,109.23. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 853,304 shares of the company's stock, valued at $2,585,511.12. Learn More on Joel D. Anderson's trading history.
Who are Petco Health and Wellness' active insiders?
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Petco Health and Wellness?
During the last twelve months, Petco Health and Wellness insiders bought shares 2 times. They purchased a total of 1,586,088 shares worth more than $4,717,461.00. During the last twelve months, insiders at the sold shares 1 times. They sold a total of 74,192 shares worth more than $228,511.36. The most recent insider tranaction occured on December, 1st when CRO Patrick J Venezia sold 74,192 shares worth more than $228,511.36. Insiders at Petco Health and Wellness own 4.4% of the company.
Learn More about insider trades at Petco Health and Wellness. Information on this page was last updated on 12/1/2025.
