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

 

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