01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed May 27, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
The Kroger Co. disclosed under Item 5.02 that Timothy A.
Massa, Executive Vice President and Associate Experience Officer, provided notice on May 22, 2026 of his intention to retire in the fall of 2026. Mr. Massa will continue in his role until September 2026 and is expected to remain an employee through July 1, 2027 to facilitate an orderly transition and assist with key strategic projects. The filing states that there will be no change to Mr. Massa's compensation during this period, but he will not be eligible for future annual equity grants.
The Company has not yet named a successor, which the filing says will occur at a later date. For investors, this is a planned executive departure with a lengthy transition runway, which generally limits near-term operational disruption. The main open item is the identity of his successor, which the Company has not yet disclosed.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Timothy A. Massa, EVP and Associate Experience Officer, gave notice on May 22, 2026 of his intention to retire in the fall of 2026.
- Mr. Massa will remain in his role until September 2026 and is expected to stay an employee through July 1, 2027.
- The extended employment period is intended to facilitate an orderly transition and support key strategic projects.
- His compensation will not change during the transition period.
- Mr. Massa will not be eligible for future annual equity grants.
- A successor has not yet been named; the Company stated it will be announced at a later date.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Timothy Massa leaving Kroger?
The filing states that Mr. Massa provided notice of his intention to retire in the fall of 2026. It does not give further reasons for the retirement.
When will Mr. Massa's departure take effect?
He will continue in his role until September 2026 and is expected to remain an employee of the Company through July 1, 2027 to facilitate an orderly transition and assist with key strategic projects.
Will Mr. Massa's compensation change as he transitions out?
The filing states there will be no change to his compensation. However, he will not be eligible for future annual equity grants.
Who will replace Mr. Massa?
The filing states that his successor will be named at a later date. No successor is identified in this filing.
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