Altria names new CEO

This story was originally published on C-Store Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily C-Store Dive newsletter. Altria Group has announced that CEO Billy Gifford will step down after the company’s annual shareholder meeting on May 14, 2026. Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Salvatore “Sal” Mancuso has been selected to succeed him. Heather Newman, senior vice president and chief strategy and growth officer, will take Mancuso’s place as CFO after the transi ...