Michael Fiddelke takes over
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In addition to announcing its Q2 2025 results, Target also revealed that it would be getting a new CEO. The company announced that its current CEO, Brian Cornell, will be stepping down from the role in February 2026. On February 1, its new CEO, Michael Fiddelke, will take the reins. Cornell has been Target’s CEO since 2014.
Michael Fiddelke joined Target as an intern while studying for an MBA. He's since worked in merchandising, finance, operations, and human resources.
Target's new CEO, Michael Fiddelke, has not discussed DEI directly, prioritizing retail logistics over cultural messaging.