Walmart taps tech veterans to help shape its AI future
New executives will focus on design and partnerships as the retailer builds AI-powered experiences for customers, associates and partners
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Albertsons Cos. picks Emily Turner for chief marketing officer role
She had served as chief marketing officer at The Fresh Market
Pressed Juicery enters new era of growth with key executive Appointments
Veteran global brand and beverage executives Tina Reejsinghani and Chad Peffer join as Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Sales Officer, respectively, to help fuel Pressed’s ambitious national wholesale expansion
Target names first chief AI officer and elevates design chief as it bets on AI-UX pairing
"What excites me most is the opportunity to make AI real for the people who experience Target every day."
Kroger names Nate Faust executive vice president and chief eCommerce officer
Faust brings more than two decades of experience building and scaling highly impactful eCommerce businesses
FMI appoints SQFI business development director for North America
Galarza has led strategic partner relationships, joint business planning, and cross-functional initiatives across the food and beverage sector
Bowie joins Walgreens as new SVP of marketing
She had been vice president of marketing at Walmart
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
A former Navy physician and Coast Guard chief medical officer, Schwartz also served as deputy surgeon general during President Donald Trump’s first administration.
American Eagle's Schottenstein to receive NRF's Visionary Award
"Having spent my entire life in retail, this industry has shaped who I am, and I'm incredibly proud of all we have achieved together."
Stew Leonard’s promotes next generation of family leadership
Among the leadership shifts are three grandchildren of founder Stew Leonard, Sr., highlighting the family-owned retailer's focus on internal career growth
Conagra Brands offers senior leadership update
Noelle O'Mara, executive vice president and president of Refrigerated and Frozen and Jill Dexter, executive vice president and president of Grocery and Snacks, will report directly to president and chief executive officer John Brase
Albertsons announces retirement of president and chief financial officer Sharon McCollam
McCollam will remain with the company in an advisory capacity until the end of the fiscal year, Feb. 27, 2027, to ensure a seamless transition
Giant names e-commerce head to VP of marketing
Dorazio will focus on further enhancing the Giant Food brand
Target names former 7-Eleven CEO Joe DePinto to board
DePinto brings more than three decades of experience in retail and consumer products.
Ulta Beauty hires Kelly Garcia as chief technology officer
Former Domino's Pizza executive assumes new role August 31.
Walmart announces leadership changes
Walmart U.S. Chief Operating Officer Kieran Shanahan is leaving the company and will be succeeded by Kyle Kinnard, who previously served as COO of Walmart International