Galen Weston Jr’s biography, fact, career, awards, net worth & life story
Emily Cortez
Published Feb 11, 2026
- Source of Wealth: Business (Loblaw Companies Limited)
- Age: 48
- Birth Place: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
- Marital Status: Married (Alexandra Schmidt)
- Full Name: Galen Weston Jr
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: December 19, 1972
- Ethnicity: Irish
- Occupation: Businessman and CEO
- Education: New College, Oxford, Harvard Business School
The son of Hillary and Willard Gordon Galen Weston, Galen Weston Jr. currently serves as the Loblaw Companies Limited’s executive Chairman, his net worth is estimated at $8.46 billion.
Before taking over the company in 2006, Galen Weston Jr. held a number of positions in the company and served as one of its Board of Directors for 8 years. Before he took over the company, Loblaw Companies Limited was estimated to be worth around $9 billion.
Through time, Loblaw has able to instill an environment-friendly image to its clients and consumers. Galen Weston Jr. has been featured in a number of TV and radio ads for Loblaws and its product lines.
In 2012, this executive chairman is estimated to be worth $7.6 billion.
