Bruce Nelson

M. Bruce Nelson is an American businessman and former CEO of Office Depot. He made a career in the office supply industry leading several companies including: Viking Office Products (later merged with Office Depot), BT Office Products USA, and Boise Cascade Office Products.

Early life and education Bruce was born in 1945 and attended Idaho State University graduating with a BA in 1968. He also attend the Stanford Graduate School of Business and in 1984 he graduated from Stanford University's executive program. On July 18, 2000, he was named CEO, succeeding David Fuente. On December 30, 2001, Nelson was named chairman of the board. On October 4, 2004, Nelson's immediate resignation from his posts was announced.