Patrick Callans is a long-tenured executive at Costco, serving as the Executive Vice President of Administration since 2015. His oversight includes human resources, risk management, and security. His career is built on a foundation of law, holding a JD from Northwestern University and an E-MBA from Seattle University.
He has deep roots in the Seattle area, where Costco is headquartered and where he pursued his executive MBA. His professional life reflects a strong commitment to Costco, having been with the company since 1995, and an ongoing connection to his alma maters.
Unique fact: He is a director for Costcos subsidiary operations in both Canada and Mexico, reflecting his international responsibilities.
Patrick Callans
Executive Vice President, Administration at Costco Wholesale
Issaquah, Washington, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Human Capital
He has a long history of leading Human Resources at Costco, progressing from Vice President to his current executive oversight of the function.
Corporate Risk Management
Risk Management has been a core component of his senior leadership roles at Costco for many years, highlighting its importance in his purview.
International Governance
His role as a Director for Costco's Canadian and Mexican subsidiaries indicates a focus on cross-border business operations and governance.
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Patrick has no verified media appearances
Work History
1-2019
Executive Vice President, Administration at Costco Wholesale
9-2013 - 12-2018
Senior Vice President at Costco Wholesale
9-2000 - 9-2013
Vice President at Costco Wholesale
Attorney at Foster Pepper & Shefelman
Attorney at Winston & Strawn LLP
Education
2007 - 2008
E-MBA from Seattle University
1984 - 1987
JD from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
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Location : Issaquah, Washington, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Executive Vice President, Administration at Costco Wholesale
