Chris Gridley

Chris Gridley possesses extensive experience in retail merchandising, with a current position as Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer at Variety Wholesalers, Inc. since July 2023. Prior to this role, Chris served as Executive Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for Hardlines and Consumables at the same company. Chris's prior experience includes nearly two decades at Ross Stores, Inc., where responsibilities encompassed Vice President and Divisional Merchandise Manager for various product categories including Housewares, Personal Care, Electronics, Fitness, Automotive, and Consumables. Early career experience includes a position as a Buyer at Casual Male Retail Group from January 1999 to December 2003.