Trader Joe’s Appoints New Chief Information Officer
Trader Joe’s has appointed Prabash Coswatte as its new chief information officer (CIO). Coswatte brings extensive experience from his previous roles at Heritage Grocers Group, where he served in leadership positions including CIO for Cardenas Markets and COO overseeing IT. Before that, he held similar technology leadership roles at Vallarta Supermarkets and 99 Cents Only Stores. Coswatte’s appointment comes as Trader Joe's continues to expand its store count rapidly. The grocer confirmed earlier this year it plans to open more than 20 new locations in 2026, following the opening of 43 stores in 2025 and 34 in 2024. The hiring reflects Trader Joe’s ongoing investment in technology infrastructure as part of its broader growth strategy.
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