Lauren Hobart

Lauren Hobart (born August 1, 1968) is an American businesswoman who has served as president and CEO of Dick's Sporting Goods since February 2021.

Education

Hobart earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Stanford University.[1][2]

Career

Hobart worked for Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase, followed by 14 years at PepsiCo[3] in a number of leadership roles, including CMO of Carbonated Soft Drinks in North America. She joined Dick's Sporting Goods in 2011 as senior vice president and chief marketing officer.[4] In 2015, she became executive vice president and CMO, and went on to become chief customer and digital officer.[4] In 2017, Hobart was appointed president and in 2018, she joined the board of directors.[5]

Hobart was on the board of Sonic Corporation from 2014 to 2018.[6] In October 2020, Yum! Brands announced the appointment of Hobart as a non-executive director, effective November 2020.[3] She was on the board of Yum! Brands from 2020 to 2022[7][8] and a year later in March 2023 she joined the board of Marriott International.[9][10]

In February 2021, Hobart succeeded Edward W. Stack as CEO of Dick's Sporting Goods.[11][12] She was the first woman to hold this position for the company, which was previously held by members of the Stack family.[13]

Philanthropic efforts

Hobart is president of The Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation. She initiated the Sports Matter program in 2014, which provides grants, equipment and sponsorships to underserved youth sports programs.[14][15] Hobart is also a member of The Business Council.[16]