Doug McMillon
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President & CEO at Walmart Inc.
Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
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About
Doug McMillon is a lifelong merchant. He began his Walmart career in 1984 as an hourly associate, picking orders and unloading trailers in a warehouse. He has since served in senior leadership roles across each business segment.
During his tenure as CEO, which began in 2014, Walmart associates have transformed the company into a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer dedicated to helping people save money and live better. It has invested heavily in its people by increasing wages, expanding parental leave and paying for certificates or degrees for associates seeking education opportunities. Walmart has lowered its prices and embraced technology to improve customer and associate experiences. The company also launched Project Gigaton, a supplier collaboration that’s expected to reduce, avoid or sequester 1 billion metric tons of emissions worldwide by 2030. It met the initial goal years ahead of schedule.
Doug serves on the boards of directors of Business Roundtable, the Consumer Goods Forum and the U.S.-China Business Council. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Arkansas and an MBA from the University of Tulsa.
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Making Meaningful Progress
Making Meaningful Progress
Business as usual. There is no such thing at Walmart.
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Walmart Remains Invested in Chicago
Walmart Remains Invested in Chicago
Chicago, like cities across America, has seen its share of historic challenges these past months. And like the rest of…
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Advancing our work on racial equity
Advancing our work on racial equity
This time last week, we gathered virtually for our annual Associates Week celebration. It wasn’t the same as being…
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Scaling Up to Serve Communities
Scaling Up to Serve Communities
On March 12, Walmart was asked to make a portion of our parking lots available for COVID-19 testing. We quickly learned…
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Your Courage on the Front Lines
Your Courage on the Front Lines
As I was walking into the vestibule of one of our Supercenters in Burlington, North Carolina yesterday, two separate…
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Remembering David Glass
Remembering David Glass
It is with great sorrow and eternal gratitude we share the news that David Glass has passed away. For those of you who…
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Next steps in response to the tragedies in El Paso and Southaven
Next steps in response to the tragedies in El Paso and Southaven
Dear Associates, A month ago, in El Paso, Texas, a gunman with an assault-style rifle launched a hate-filled attack in…
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Dear Associates
Dear Associates
Last week, our Walmart family suffered two separate acts of violence. It is difficult to find a word strong enough to…
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3 Tips for Becoming CEO
3 Tips for Becoming CEO
During our Associate and Shareholders’ week in June, several associates stopped me and said, “I want your job someday.”…
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How We’ll Thrive
How We’ll Thrive
If I oversimplify our ability to thrive in the future, it comes down to one thing: our ability to solve problems…
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Service isn’t just something we talk about. It’s something we practice. When it’s done with purpose, it strengthens communities in meaningful…
Service isn’t just something we talk about. It’s something we practice. When it’s done with purpose, it strengthens communities in meaningful…
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Enjoyed the visit with Zak, Renata and the teams at Sam’s Club 4795 in Grapevine, Texas, and Walmart 426 in Colony, Texas, as we head into…
Enjoyed the visit with Zak, Renata and the teams at Sam’s Club 4795 in Grapevine, Texas, and Walmart 426 in Colony, Texas, as we head into…
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Service is part of who we are. It’s woven into our culture and commitment to helping everyone live better. Janet Stevens, from Sam’s Club 8265, Lake…
Service is part of who we are. It’s woven into our culture and commitment to helping everyone live better. Janet Stevens, from Sam’s Club 8265, Lake…
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Associates, thank you for the meaningful impact you delivered this quarter. You continue to learn, grow, and rise to every challenge — supporting our…
Associates, thank you for the meaningful impact you delivered this quarter. You continue to learn, grow, and rise to every challenge — supporting our…
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We have some exciting news this morning. On behalf of our chairman, Greg Penner, and our Board of Directors, I want to share I am retiring as of…
We have some exciting news this morning. On behalf of our chairman, Greg Penner, and our Board of Directors, I want to share I am retiring as of…
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Belton, Texas. Enjoyed stopping in to visit with the team at Store 1232 this week. They’re focused on…
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Belton, Texas. Enjoyed stopping in to visit with the team at Store 1232 this week. They’re focused on…
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Twenty years ago, Lee Scott gave a speech that helped define Walmart’s future. He challenged us to think differently about leadership and to use our…
Twenty years ago, Lee Scott gave a speech that helped define Walmart’s future. He challenged us to think differently about leadership and to use our…
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Every day we look for ways to make shopping easier and more convenient. That’s one of the many reasons we’re excited about today’s announcement of a…
Every day we look for ways to make shopping easier and more convenient. That’s one of the many reasons we’re excited about today’s announcement of a…
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Proud to spend time with our associates in Canada this week, including in a perishable food distribution center where it’s a little chilly. It’s…
Proud to spend time with our associates in Canada this week, including in a perishable food distribution center where it’s a little chilly. It’s…
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Last week we welcomed 403 associates to our Home Office for a few days including The Morning Meeting. These associates had a combined 14,630 years…
Last week we welcomed 403 associates to our Home Office for a few days including The Morning Meeting. These associates had a combined 14,630 years…
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Ten years ago, we committed to investing in our associates through higher wages, new training opportunities, and changes to our scheduling and…
Ten years ago, we committed to investing in our associates through higher wages, new training opportunities, and changes to our scheduling and…
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This week we’re celebrating our fantastic drivers and technicians during Driver Appreciation Week. Every mile matters. Last year Walmart drivers…
This week we’re celebrating our fantastic drivers and technicians during Driver Appreciation Week. Every mile matters. Last year Walmart drivers…
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We're sharing some news with immense gratitude today. Our Rachel Brand has decided to embark on her next adventure and will be leaving our company at…
We're sharing some news with immense gratitude today. Our Rachel Brand has decided to embark on her next adventure and will be leaving our company at…
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Retail will always be a people business. When our associates greet customers with a smile and take pride in serving their communities, it makes all…
Retail will always be a people business. When our associates greet customers with a smile and take pride in serving their communities, it makes all…
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There are moments that define a company—moments that reveal people’s character when it matters most. For Walmart, Hurricane Katrina was one of those…
There are moments that define a company—moments that reveal people’s character when it matters most. For Walmart, Hurricane Katrina was one of those…
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Everywhere I go, I meet associates who make me proud to be part of this team. Yesterday, at Sam's Club 6304 in Indianapolis, IN, I met many…
Everywhere I go, I meet associates who make me proud to be part of this team. Yesterday, at Sam's Club 6304 in Indianapolis, IN, I met many…
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Game on, Sam's Club! The holiday season is here — and how we show up matters. The way we support and inspire each other, connect with members, and…
Game on, Sam's Club! The holiday season is here — and how we show up matters. The way we support and inspire each other, connect with members, and…
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Over the last quarter, I’ve had the opportunity to spend time with associates across the U.S., India and Mexico. Each visit was a reminder of the…
Over the last quarter, I’ve had the opportunity to spend time with associates across the U.S., India and Mexico. Each visit was a reminder of the…
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You may have heard, but after 14 fantastic years, I am moving on from Asda to start a new role. It has been an amazing journey, brimming with…
You may have heard, but after 14 fantastic years, I am moving on from Asda to start a new role. It has been an amazing journey, brimming with…
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