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LIST OF BEST BUY CEOS

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• Richard M. Schulze (1966–2002)
• Brad Anderson (2002–2009)
• Brian J. Dunn (2009–2012)
• George L. Mikan III (2012)
• Hubert Joly (2012–2019)
• Corie Barry (2019–present)

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RICHARD M.

SCHULZE (FOUNDER OF BEST BUY)

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Having pioneered the audio specialty superstore concept with the founding of Sound of Music in 1966, visionary entrepreneur Richard M. Schulze spearheaded the company's rapid expansion and presided over its 1983 rebranding as Best Buy which led to meteoric growth as a consumer electronics giant.

Defying industry skepticism by sticking to an innovative non commission and discount warehouse format, Best Buy under Schulze evolved into a Fortune 500 mainstay boasting over $1 billion in annual revenues by 1992.

Becoming America's top specialty electronics retailer through a winning strategy focusing on selection, service, and convenience.

Though stepping down as CEO in 2002, Schulze's shrewd business ins