We’re a purpose-driven company that
aims to set the standards of excellence
for food retailers.
Read our 2021 Social Impact Update here.
CEO
Jason Buechel
Founders
John Mackey, Rene Lawson Hardy, Craig Weller and Mark Skiles
First Store
Austin, Texas, opened Sept. 20,1980, with a staff of 19 team members
Headquarters
550 Bowie St. Austin, TX 78703 (above flagship store at 525 N. Lamar Blvd.)
Our stores
513
U.S. stores
14
Canada stores
7
U.K. stores
105,000+
Team members
11
Regions
Source: https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/about/