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Published on 8/12/2026

Home Depot appoints interim CEO leadership as Ted Decker takes medical leave

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Home Depot appoints interim CEO leadership as Ted Decker takes medical leave

Insight summary

  • Home Depot CEO Ted Decker is taking a medical leave expected to last a few months.
  • Ann-Marie Campbell will lead day-to-day operations during Decker's absence.
  • CFO Richard McPhail will oversee financial management and Pro subsidiaries temporarily.
  • Greg Brenneman will become chairman of the board during the CEO's leave.
  • Both Campbell and McPhail have extensive experience with the company and no compensation changes during this period.
  • Recent leadership changes include placing store, supply chain, and Pro product teams under the Chief Technology Officer to boost growth.
  • Home Depot will report its second quarter earnings results soon.

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