News Gannett CEO Robert J. Dickey to retire in 2019 December 5, 2018December 5, 2018Philana Patterson, USA TODAYComments Off on Gannett CEO Robert J. Dickey to retire in 2019 Dickey became President and CEO of Gannett in 2015 and has been with the company 29 years. Dickey has agreed to lead the company until May 7.