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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At Walmart, we often say - other than our purpose and values, everything else is open to change. That mindset has shaped us for more than sixty…
At Walmart, we often say - other than our purpose and values, everything else is open to change. That mindset has shaped us for more than sixty…
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I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kathryn McLay, our International President and CEO, for more than 10 years, so sharing that she will depart…
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kathryn McLay, our International President and CEO, for more than 10 years, so sharing that she will depart…
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We’ve had the privilege of doing a lot of meaningful work over the years. We’ve also had a lot of fun along the way. Both matter, and yesterday was a…
We’ve had the privilege of doing a lot of meaningful work over the years. We’ve also had a lot of fun along the way. Both matter, and yesterday was a…
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Great day in San Antonio yesterday. Enjoyed being with Christine and the team at Sam’s Club 6262 and with Cassie and Jeff in Walmart stores 2599 and…
Great day in San Antonio yesterday. Enjoyed being with Christine and the team at Sam’s Club 6262 and with Cassie and Jeff in Walmart stores 2599 and…
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I’m excited to welcome Shishir Mehrotra to Walmart’s Board of Directors. Shishir is a builder at heart, with deep product and technology experience…
I’m excited to welcome Shishir Mehrotra to Walmart’s Board of Directors. Shishir is a builder at heart, with deep product and technology experience…
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Thank you, Donna Morris, for the conversation and for your leadership. It was a good chance to reflect. Servant leadership, teamwork, and the…
Thank you, Donna Morris, for the conversation and for your leadership. It was a good chance to reflect. Servant leadership, teamwork, and the…
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Beth Mattison from Walmart Store 2992 in Painted Post, New York, is stepping up for her community in a big way. She’s volunteered more than 850…
Beth Mattison from Walmart Store 2992 in Painted Post, New York, is stepping up for her community in a big way. She’s volunteered more than 850…
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Siya Radebe is living our purpose in a powerful way. Each year, he helps organize a soccer tournament for kids in his hometown of Mthwalume, South…
Siya Radebe is living our purpose in a powerful way. Each year, he helps organize a soccer tournament for kids in his hometown of Mthwalume, South…
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It’s time for a little reflection on 2025. I enjoyed the mix of ideas about AI and the kind of leadership that brings out the best in people. They…
It’s time for a little reflection on 2025. I enjoyed the mix of ideas about AI and the kind of leadership that brings out the best in people. They…
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Great things happen when people put their hearts into helping others. That’s what James Andres from Walmart Store 5276 in Palatine, Illinois, has…
Great things happen when people put their hearts into helping others. That’s what James Andres from Walmart Store 5276 in Palatine, Illinois, has…
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Today is an exciting milestone for Walmart. After 55 years on the New York Stock Exchange, we’re entering a new chapter as we transition our listing…
Today is an exciting milestone for Walmart. After 55 years on the New York Stock Exchange, we’re entering a new chapter as we transition our listing…
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Our recent Morning Meeting was special. We celebrated 295 Home Office associates with more than 20 years of service and a total of 7,975 years of…
Our recent Morning Meeting was special. We celebrated 295 Home Office associates with more than 20 years of service and a total of 7,975 years of…
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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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