Target, Brian Cornell and and Fiddelke
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On his shopping list come Feb. 1, new Target CEO Michael Fiddelke faces a multitude of challenges from making its offer clearer to unwinding the damage from DEI missteps.
Michael Fiddelke joined Target as an intern while studying for an MBA. He's since worked in merchandising, finance, operations, and human resources.
Target named longtime company veteran Michael Fiddelke as its CEO, replacing retail industry bigwig Brian Cornell, effective February 1, 2026.
Michael Fiddelke will become Target's new CEO in February 2026, completing a remarkable 22-year journey from company intern to chief executive.