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Joseph DiDomizio
Joseph DiDomizio in 2024
Alma materUniversity of Bridgeport (BA)
OccupationBusiness executive
Years active1992–2019
Known forPresident and CEO of Hudson Group; Divisional CEO North America of Dufry

Joseph DiDomizio (born 1970) is an American business executive best known for leading Hudson Group and serving as Divisional Chief Executive Officer for North America at Dufry (now Avolta). He oversaw Hudson’s operations across North America during a period of major expansion and led the company through its 2018 initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange.

Early life and education

DiDomizio earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing and Business Administration from the University of Bridgeport.

Career

DiDomizio began his career in the retail travel industry with Hudson in the early 1990s, rising through operational and business development roles.

Chief Operating Officer (2004–2008)

As Chief Operating Officer, DiDomizio led business development and operations as Hudson expanded from approximately 35 to more than 55 airports and transportation terminals across North America. Revenue increased from roughly $300 million to $632 million by 2008 through a focus on operational management empowerment, accountability, and investment in distribution efficiency.

Chief Executive Officer (2008–2019)

Appointed CEO in 2008, DiDomizio guided Hudson through the 2008–2010 global financial crisis while maintaining profitability and achieving significant growth. Under his leadership, Hudson’s revenue increased from about $632 million in 2008 to $1.9 billion by 2018, while EBITDA rose from $70 million to $238 million, according to company filings.[1] He also oversaw Hudson’s strategic integration into Dufry, which acquired a controlling interest in the company in 2008.

In 2018, DiDomizio led Hudson Ltd.’s $749 million initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange, marking the largest U.S. retail IPO since Michael Kors in 2011.[2] Hudson began trading under the ticker symbol HUD on February 1, 2018, following the sale of 39.4 million shares at $19.00 per share.[3]

During DiDomizio’s tenure, Hudson grew to nearly 1,000 stores in 89 North American locations, diversifying its retail concepts to include convenience, specialty, and digital formats. He stepped down as CEO in January 2019 and was succeeded by Roger Fordyce.[4]

Television

DiDomizio appeared on Season 5 of Undercover Boss on the CBS network in an episode that aired on January 31, 2014, focusing on Hudson Group operations.[5][6]

Awards and recognition

  • 2014 – ARN Best News & Gift Operator, Large Division.[7]
  • 2014 – ACI-NA Concessions Award for Hudson Retail.[8]
  • 2024 – Airport Experience Awards “Locally Inspired Retail” honor for innovation.[9]

Boards and philanthropy

DiDomizio has served on nonprofit boards including the National Board of Directors for Communities In Schools, a U.S. education nonprofit, and as a board member for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).[10]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Hudson Group press release furnished to the SEC". U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. January 9, 2019. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  2. ^ "Hudson Group announces closing of initial public offering". Reuters. February 6, 2018. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  3. ^ "Hudson prices IPO at $19, raises $749 million". Nasdaq. February 1, 2018. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  4. ^ "Hudson Group names Roger Fordyce as CEO as Joseph DiDomizio departs". The Moodie Davitt Report. January 9, 2019. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  5. ^ "Hudson Group – Undercover Boss". Paramount Press Express. CBS Entertainment. January 31, 2014. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  6. ^ "Undercover Boss – Hudson Group (2014)". IMDb. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  7. ^ "Hudson Group Honors ARN Award-Winning Airports". PR Newswire. March 19, 2014. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  8. ^ "Hudson Retail wins ACI-NA award". TRBusiness. September 2014. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  9. ^ "Hudson awarded top honors for locally inspired retail at 2024 Airport Experience Awards". Hudson. April 8, 2024. Retrieved October 10, 2025.
  10. ^ "Joe DiDomizio". Communities In Schools. Retrieved October 10, 2025.

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