Walmart has confirmed a broad set of executive leadership changes that will take effect in early February 2026. The transition follows board approval and marks a planned shift at the top of the world’s largest retailer.
The most significant change is the appointment of John Furner as President and CEO of Walmart Inc., effective February 1, 2026. He will succeed Doug McMillon, who is scheduled to retire at the end of January after leading the company for more than a decade. As part of the Walmart leadership changes, several internal executives have moved into expanded roles across major business units.
Key Executive Appointments:
- David Guggina appointed President and CEO of Walmart U.S.
- Chris Nicholas named President and CEO of Walmart International
- Latriece Watkins selected as President and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S.
- Seth Dallaire promoted to EVP and Chief Growth Officer of Walmart Inc.
Leadership Transition Overview:
| Business Unit | Outgoing Leader | Incoming Leader |
| Walmart Inc. | Doug McMillon | John Furner |
| Walmart U.S. | John Furner | David Guggina |
| Walmart International | Kathryn McLay | Chris Nicholas |
| Sam’s Club U.S. | Chris Nicholas | Latriece Watkins |
As Walmart prepares for its leadership transition, the company is also accelerating its digital commerce and AI-driven retail strategy. Under the incoming leadership of Walmart, initiatives like Gemini AI–powered instant checkout highlight how automation and seamless purchasing are becoming central to Walmart’s growth plans.
Company leaders described the Walmart leadership changes as part of a broader organizational realignment aimed at strengthening global operations, accelerating growth initiatives, and ensuring leadership continuity across core retail segments.
