DoorDash appoints ex-Amazon executive Tim Castree as chief marketing officer
The former Amazon vice-president brings experience across 15 markets to support the delivery platform’s strategy following a strong first quarter of 2026.
DoorDash has appointed Tim Castree as its new chief marketing officer, effective immediately, according to a press release issued on May 18. Castree joins the delivery platform from Amazon, where he most recently served as vice-president of EU Prime and marketing. He replaces Kofi Amoo-Gottfried, who announced his intention to leave the company in March.
The appointment aligns with DoorDash’s broader global growth strategy. At Amazon, Castree oversaw brand, performance, and growth marketing across more than 15 markets. Prior to his tenure at Amazon, he built and led global marketing organisations at agencies GroupM and Wavemaker. His background in helping brands evolve customer relationships is expected to support DoorDash as it continues to expand its commerce platform.
Prabir Adarkar, DoorDash’s president and chief operating officer, highlighted Castree’s ability to build brands that resonate locally. Adarkar described Castree as a customer-obsessed leader who brings intellectual rigor to marketing, noting that his capacity to create brands that feel genuinely local is critical as DoorDash reaches new audiences worldwide.
The leadership change follows a strong financial performance for the company. In the first quarter of 2026, DoorDash reported record membership signups and a new high for monthly active users. Total orders increased by 27 per cent year-on-year, while revenue rose 33 per cent to $4 billion.
DoorDash is actively diversifying its revenue streams and physical presence. The company expanded its grocery presence in Canada in April and continues to strengthen its partnership with Kroger. Additionally, DoorDash is developing a retail media arm as advertising revenue grows, a move supported by recent marketing initiatives such as a multichannel campaign timed for Mother’s Day that utilised reality TV and online meme culture.
Castree stated that he was drawn to the role by the company’s mission to serve local communities and businesses. He expressed excitement about helping to tell the brand’s story in ways that feel relevant to customers globally while broadening perceptions of what the platform can offer.
