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Dollar General

Dollar General is a major American discount retailer headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. The company operates thousands of variety stores across the continental United States and expanded into Mexico, providing convenient access to everyday essentials. Its product selection encompasses consumables, seasonal items, home products, and basic apparel from national brands as well as private-label lines. Store formats include core general merchandise outlets, expanded grocery options with fresh produce, and specialized retail banners. Dollar General serves primarily rural and suburban communities, emphasizing value pricing and everyday low costs for budget-conscious household shoppers across its broad regional store footprint.

Snapshot

Public USOwnership
1939Year founded
~190,000Employees
Goodlettsville, United StatesHead office
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Global footprint

Operations

All Locations
United States
Mexico

Products and/or services of Dollar General

  • Consumables: Fast-moving consumer goods including packaged food, beverages, paper products, cleaning supplies, health products, beauty aids, and pet care essentials from national brands and private label lines for daily household shopping needs.
  • Seasonal Goods: Seasonal merchandise and home decor products comprising holiday decorations, outdoor furnishings, lawn and garden supplies, toys, gift wrap, party goods, greeting cards, stationery, and seasonal apparel for year-round family celebrations.
  • Home Products: Everyday household goods encompassing kitchenware, cookware, small appliances, dining accessories, bathroom supplies, home organization products, storage containers, bed linens, window treatments, and general home improvement essentials.
  • Apparel and Accessories: Basic everyday apparel for men, women, children, and infants, including socks, underwear, casual footwear, work clothes, sleepwear, and core clothing staples selected for utility and value pricing.
  • Fresh Foods and Grocery: Expanded grocery options across select store locations featuring refrigerated dairy items, frozen foods, meats, and fresh produce lines to provide full-service neighborhood food access in underserved locations.
  • Specialty Format Retail: Specialized store formats offering curated home decor, seasonal accents, health and beauty products, party goods, and entertainment items primarily priced under five dollars aimed at suburban consumer demographics.

Dollar General executive team

  • Mr. Todd J. VasosCEO & Director
  • Ms. Emily C. TaylorChief Operating Officer
  • Ms. Rhonda M. Taylor J.D.Executive VP & General Counsel
  • Mr. Donny LauExecutive VP & CFO
  • Ms. Anita C. ElliottSenior VP & Chief Accounting Officer
  • Mr. Carman R. WenkoffExecutive VP & Chief Information Officer
  • Mr. Kevin WalkerVice President of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Tony RogersSenior VP & CMO
  • Ms. Kathleen A. ReardonExecutive VP & Chief People Officer
  • Mr. Roderick J. WestExecutive Vice President of Global Supply Chain