Change at the top as Shipt eyes same day delivery growth
US-based same-day delivery and last mile firm Shipt reports that Kamau Witherspoon will join the company as its new CEO, effective 1st March.
Current CEO Kelly Caruso, who has led Shipt since 2019, will transition to an advisory role through to 1st April.
Witherspoon has held leadership roles with UnitedHealthcare, Yum! Brands and Target. He was named Senior Vice President of Operations at Target in 2018.
He previously served in various roles at the retailer, including Senior Director of Store Operations.
Acquired by Target in 2017, and run independently, Shipt has grown from serving dozens of markets to now reaching nearly 300 metropolitan areas across the US.
“Kamau’s vast experience leading teams and operations at scale will help drive Shipt’s continued growth and deepen the commitment to its team, partners, customers and shoppers,” says John Mulligan, Shipt Board Chairman and Target Chief Operating Officer.
“Under Kelly’s strategic leadership, Shipt has experienced more growth than at any point in its history by bringing a personalised shopping experience to millions more US families. Kamau’s operational expertise and vision for the future will build on its momentum as an innovative last mile company.”
“The incredible growth Shipt has realised reflects the strength of its differentiated business model and the value its network of personal shoppers delivers to millions of customers with each and every delivery – and I couldn’t be more excited to lead the company into its next chapter,” says Witherspoon.
“With momentum in our business and a talented, purpose driven team, I’m confident Shipt will continue to stand out as the premier choice for same-day delivery for both our loyal customers and expanding network of retail partners.”
