Mr. Sheehan has more than 34 years of broad-based financial experience in the retail industry. After 15 years with Lord & Taylor, he joined Ross in February 2006 and has served in roles of increasing responsibility across the Finance organization since that time. Upon becoming Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Sheehan will oversee the accounting, treasury, financial planning, tax, procurement, finance operations, risk management, and investor relations functions, and will report directly to Michael Hartshorn, Group President and Chief Operating Officer.
Ross Stores announced that CFO Adam Orvos will retire on 30 Sept 2025.
William Sheehan, currently Group SVP, Finance, has been promoted to Deputy CFO and will succeed Orvos on 1 Oct 2025.
Sheehan, with 34+ years of retail finance experience, will oversee key financial functions and report to Group President & COO Michael Hartshorn.
CEO Jim Conroy praised both leaders.
Michael Hartshorn commented, “Bill is a proven and talented finance executive with extensive managerial experience as well as a deep understanding of Ross. While Bill has reported to Adam over the past four years, he and I have worked closely together during his long tenure with the Company, which will support a smooth transition.”
Jim Conroy, Chief Executive Officer commented, “On behalf of our Board of Directors and the entire Company, we thank Adam for his financial leadership and expertise that have proven to be valuable assets in contributing to our strong financial position. We extend our best wishes to him and his family. We also congratulate Bill on his promotion and look forward to his future contributions.”
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