About

Mark S. Sutton is Kroger's independent Lead Director and serves as Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee. He was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of International Paper Company until his retirement in 2024.

He joined International Paper in 1984 as an electrical engineer and held roles of increasing responsibility, including President and Chief Operating Officer before becoming CEO in 2014.

Roles

Kroger Co
Lead Director · Current role
2017–present
International Paper Company
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer · Became CEO in 2014 after serving as President and Chief Operating Officer; retired in 2024.
2014 - 2024

External Roles

Louisiana State University Foundation
Director
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Director Compensation

FY 2025
Fees earned or paid in cash
$159,688
Stock awards
$198,892
Total
$358,580

Also at Kroger Co

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