W. Craig Jelinek
Also Known As Walter Craig Jelinek, Jelinek
CEO of Costco
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree - San Diego State University
Walter Craig Jelinek is an American businessman, president and CEO of Costco, Inc.(COST) since 2012, when he succeeded the company's founder, James Sinegal.
Career :
Jelinek started his career at FedMart.
In 1981, Jelinek joined Lucky Stores. In 1984, he joined Costco as a warehouse manager and became CEO in 2012.
Jelinek also sits on Costco Wholesale UK Ltd's board.
In 2018, Jelinek's annual base salary was $800,000 as stated by The Puget Sound Business Journal.
In 2020, Jelinek's base salary was $1,000,000 and total compensation was $8,279,552 as per SEC filing by Costco.
Early Life
Jelinek born on August 8, 1952 in Los Angeles, California to Walter Adolph Jelinek and Erdene Gordon. His father was of Czech descent. In 1970, Jelinek graduated from Antelope Valley High School.
Career
- Costco - CEO
Recognition
2019 Peter G. Peterson Business Statesmanship Award. Presented by Committee for Economic Development
