Albertsons Companies Appoints Brian Rice to Board of Directors
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BOISE, Idaho, March 2, 2026 (BUSINESS WATCH GLOBAL) — Albertsons Companies, Inc., has announced the appointment of Brian Rice to its Board of Directors. The appointment expands the board to 11 members.
Rice currently serves as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer at McDonald's Corporation and serves as the primary liaison to the board of directors on technology matters.
“Brian is a proven technology and transformation leader who understands how to translate digital innovation into measurable business results. His deep expertise in modern platforms, data and AI, cybersecurity, and digital customer experiences will be invaluable as we continue to advance our business strategy and our big bets in technology and AI. We are pleased to welcome Brian to our Board,” said Susan Morris, CEO of Albertsons Companies.
Rice has more than 30 years of experience in digital transformation, technology modernization, and operational leadership across global consumer brands. At McDonald’s, he oversees global technology, digital, data, and cybersecurity capabilities and works with executive leadership and the board on technology strategy and risk management.
“It is an honor to join the Board of Directors of Albertsons Companies. The Company has a clear strategy to earn customers for life by delivering more personalized, seamless, and trusted experiences. I look forward to working with the Board and management team to help advance the Company’s focus on digital, technology and AI as well as foster continued innovation,” said Rice.
Prior to joining McDonald’s, Rice held leadership roles at several Fortune 500 companies, including Cardinal Health, Kellogg Company, General Motors, and Mars, Incorporated, where he led enterprise technology organizations and digital initiatives.
Albertsons Companies operates retail food and drug stores across the United States under multiple banners, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, ACME, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market. It operates 2,243 retail stores, 1,708 pharmacies, 404 fuel centers, 22 distribution centers, and 19 manufacturing facilities as of November 29, 2025.
For more information, visit www.albertsonscompanies.com.
Source: Albertsons Companies
