Corporate Board Profile
Tech Score: 5/100
1 mention(s) identify WILLIAM C. RHODES, III as having software/technology expertise.
| Company | Filing Date | Evidence | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUTOZONE INC | 2020-10-26 | Prior to fiscal 2005, he had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain and Information Technology since fiscal 2002, and prior thereto had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain since 2001. | Has held senior roles including Senior Vice President–Supply Chain and Information Technology, indicating technical expertise relevant to software and IT. |
| Filing Date | Source Excerpt |
|---|---|
| 2016-10-24 | The Board believes Mr. Rhodes, AutoZones Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, is qualified to serve as a director of the Company based on his 20 plus years experience with the Company, which have included responsibility for corporate strategy, executive management, operations, finance, supply chain and information technology. |
| 2017-10-27 | Mr. Rhodes, AutoZone’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, is qualified to serve as a director of the Company based on his 20 plus years’ experience with the Company, which have included responsibility for corporate strategy, executive management, operations, finance, supply chain and information technology; his knowledge and understanding of the automotive aftermarket and retail industries; his financial background and his owner orientation, as well as his integrity and energy. |
| 2018-10-26 | He has been President, Chief Executive Officer, and a director since 2005. Prior to his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Rhodes was Executive Vice President–Store Operations and Commercial. Prior to fiscal 2005, he had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain and Information Technology since fiscal 2002. |
| 2019-10-28 | Prior to fiscal 2005, he had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain and Information Technology since fiscal 2002, and prior thereto had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain since 2001. Prior to that time, he served in various capacities within the Company since 1994. Prior to 1994, Mr. Rhodes was a manager with Ernst & Young LLP. |
| 2020-10-26 | Prior to fiscal 2005, he had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain and Information Technology since fiscal 2002, and prior thereto had been Senior Vice President–Supply Chain since 2001. |
| 2021-10-25 | The Board believes Mr. Rhodes, AutoZone’s Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, is qualified to serve as a director of the Company based on his 25 plus years’ experience with the Company, which have included responsibility for corporate strategy, executive management, operations, finance, supply chain and information technology, his knowledge and understanding of the automotive aftermarket and retail industries, his financial background, his owner orientation and his board experience. |
| 2022-10-24 | Mr. Rhodes is Chairman, President and CEO of AutoZone with responsibility for corporate strategy, executive management, operations, finance, supply chain and information technology. |
| 2023-10-30 | Mr. Rhodes is Chairman, President and CEO of AutoZone with extensive retail and financial expertise. |
| 2024-10-30 | Mr. Rhodes serves as Executive Chairman of the Board. Prior to the CEO succession in January 2024, Mr. Rhodes served as AutoZone’s President and Chief Executive Officer, and a director since 2005 and was named Chairman in 2007. Previously, he served in various capacities of increasing responsibility within the Company since 1994. Prior to 1994, Mr. Rhodes was a manager with Ernst & Young LLP. |
| Filing Date | Source Excerpt |
|---|---|
| 2013-04-11 | Mr. Rhodes was elected Chairman of AutoZone ... Mr. Rhodes is a director of AutoZone ... Mr. Rhodes served on the Compensation Committee and Nominating and Governance Committee. ... For 2012, each non-employee director received quarterly payment (prorated as applicable) of the following cash compensation, as applicable: $84,000 annual retainer for service as a Board member; ... William C. Rhodes, III: $192,275 total compensation. |
| 2014-04-09 | Mr. Rhodes was elected Chairman of AutoZone, Inc. in June 2007. Fiscal 2013 Director Compensation table shows Mr. Rhodes earned $197,506 in total compensation. |
| 2015-04-02 | Mr. Rhodes was elected Chairman of AutoZone, Inc. and serves as Chairman of the Nominating and Governance Committee. He also serves on the Compensation Committee. He was paid a total of $238,515 in 2014. |
| 2016-04-08 | Mr. Rhodes serves on the Compensation Committee and is Chairman of the Nominating and Governance Committee. He received total compensation of $226,718 in 2015, including fees earned and stock awards. |
| 2017-04-12 | Mr. Rhodes has served as a director since 2009. He is Chairman of the Nominating and Governance Committee and serves on the Compensation Committee. Fiscal 2016 Director Compensation table shows total compensation of $237,988. |
| 2018-04-12 | William C. Rhodes, III Age: 52 Role: Director Committees: Audit, Compensation (until Feb 12, 2018), Nominating and Governance Total annual compensation: $241,061 Excerpt: Fiscal 2017 Director Compensation table and Committee membership descriptions. |
| 2019-04-04 | Mr. Rhodes was elected Chairman of AutoZone, Inc., a specialty retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, in June 2007. He has served as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a director of AutoZone since 2005. Prior to his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Rhodes was Executive Vice President – Store Operations and Commercial. Prior to 2004, he had been Senior Vice President – Supply Chain and Information Technology since 2002, and prior thereto had been Senior Vice President – Supply Chain since 2001. Prior to that time, he served in various capacities with AutoZone since 1994, including Vice President—Stores in 2000, Senior Vice President – Finance and Vice President – Finance in 1999, and Vice President – Operations Analysis and Support from 1997 to 1999. Prior to 1994, Mr. Rhodes was a manager with Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Rhodes has nearly 25 years of experience in the retail industry, including extensive experience in operations, supply chain, and finance, among other areas. Fiscal 2018 Director Compensation: $264,890. |
| 2020-04-02 | Mr. Rhodes was named Chairman of AutoZone, Inc., a specialty retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, in June 2007 and has served as its President and Chief Executive Officer and a director since 2005. He also previously held various other key management positions with AutoZone since joining the company in 1994. Fiscal 2019 Director Compensation: William C. Rhodes, III Fees Earned or Paid in Cash($) 120,000 Stock Awards($) 144,701 Option Awards($) — All Other Compensation($) 1,678 Total($) 266,379 |
| 2021-04-01 | Mr. Rhodes was named Chairman of AutoZone, Inc., a specialty retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, in June 2007 and has served as its President and Chief Executive Officer and a director since 2005. He also previously held various other key management positions with AutoZone since joining the company in 1994. Prior to 1994, Mr. Rhodes was a manager with Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Rhodes has over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, including extensive experience in operations, supply chain, and finance, among other areas. This background serves as a strong foundation for offering invaluable perspective and expertise to our CEO and our Board. In addition, his experience as a board chairman and chief executive officer of a public retail company provides leadership, consensus-building, strategic planning, and budgeting skills, as well as international experience and an extensive understanding of both short- and long-term issues confronting the retail industry. Mr. Rhodes also has a strong financial background, and our Board has determined that he qualifies as an audit committee financial expert. He serves as Chairperson of the Audit Committee. His total annual compensation was $299,498 in 2020. |
| 2022-04-01 | Mr. Rhodes has over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, including extensive experience in operations, supply chain, and finance. |
| 2023-04-11 | Mr. Rhodes, age 57, has served on our Board since 2009. The Audit Committee table shows Mr. Rhodes as Chairperson. Fiscal 2022 Director Compensation table shows Fees Earned or Paid in Cash: $120,000, Stock Awards: $142,848, All Other Compensation: $1,635, Total: $264,483. |
Data sourced from SEC filings. Last updated: 2025-10-11