Gregory Fuentes
About Gregory Fuentes
Gregory Fuentes serves as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor, where he has worked since 2021. With over 20 years of retail management experience, he has a proven track record in overseeing large teams and managing significant financial responsibilities.
Work at Floor & Decor
Gregory Fuentes serves as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from the Signal Hill location and has been instrumental in driving the company's retail strategy. His role involves overseeing product selection, merchandising, and inventory management to enhance the customer shopping experience. Fuentes brings over 20 years of retail management experience to this position, which includes managing retail locations with a performance P&L responsibility of up to $80 million.
Education and Expertise
Gregory Fuentes completed his high school education at Diamond Bar High School, where he studied General Studies from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education at Fullerton College, focusing on Business Administration and Management for one year in 1995. His educational background complements his extensive experience in retail management, where he has developed expertise in team leadership and operational efficiency.
Background
Fuentes has a robust background in retail management, having worked at Best Buy for over a decade. He began as a General Manager from 1998 to 2009 in Lakewood and later served as a District Capabilities Manager from 2009 to 2012, covering the Southwest United States. His experience includes overseeing large teams of up to 200 associates and managing significant retail operations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Gregory Fuentes has played a significant role in promoting Assistant Managers to General Managers, contributing to talent development within the organizations he has worked for. His leadership style emphasizes fostering a team-oriented work environment and creating a winning culture, which has been a key aspect of his management approach.