PHILADELPHIA — As executive vice president and chief human resources officer at Rite Aid Corp., Jessica Kazmaier oversees all aspects of the retail pharmacy chain’s human resources strategy, including talent management, associate engagement, incentives and labor relations. “Each element of my role is just as important as the others when it comes to the success
MINNEAPOLIS — As executive vice president and chief human resources officer, Melissa Kremer leads all aspects of human resources for Target, ranging from recruitment and development to engagement to diversity, equity and inclusion. She has played a critical leadership role in driving the HR strategies behind a major organizational transformation that has involved large-scale structural
DEERFIELD, Ill. — One of Stefanie Kruse’s first career highlights was shaping the corporate revenue plan for the entire domestic network at American Airlines as an analyst fresh out of college. She was thrown this much more senior task by a manager who recognized her strong work ethic and ability to handle complex problems and
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — Michelle LeBlanc, chief of staff and executive director of merchandising analytics at CVS Health, has been with the company her entire career. Michelle says, “I started in an entry-level position in the finance department, then joined our Front Store Merchandising team to aid in building a new category. I quickly got the
CINCINNATI — As president of Kroger Health, one of Colleen Lindholz’s top priorities is to continually grow and develop how the retail health company delivers high-quality care and lowers overall health care costs for customers. Kroger is leading the way in the delivery of quality care by offering expert, credible and convenient services in-store every
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health continues to broaden and deepen its ability to support the health and well-being of Americans, delivering on the ambitious plan crafted by president and chief executive officer Karen Lynch. “Nearly 18 months ago, we outlined a bold shift in our strategy and shared our vision to become the leading health
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Angela Martin grew up shopping at Dollar General. Now, as the retailer’s vice president of customer insights and branding, she points to her company’s dedication to its core customers as the primary reason for her 35-year tenure. “We have the most deserving customer in retail,” Martin said, emphasizing the extraordinary bond between
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Over the last several years Judith McKenna has led a restructure of Walmart’s international portfolio, divesting businesses in Argentina, Brazil, Japan and the United Kingdom between 2018 and 2021, allowing the business to invest in high-growth markets. Now, Walmart International is poised to generate long-term sustainable growth for the company. McKenna was
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — This year marks the 40th anniversary of the establishment of Sam’s Club, and this fall Kathryn McLay will observe her fourth anniversary at the helm of the membership warehouse club chain. Her tenure has witnessed an ongoing resurgence at Sam’s Club, culminating in management’s decision this year to return to expansion mode
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — As Dollar General Corp.’s vice president of public relations, Jennifer Moreau is acutely aware of the depth of storytelling opportunities at the Tennessee-based major retailer that ranked No. 108 on 2023’s Fortune 500 list and employs more than 170,000 individuals. From employees’ career growth successes and customers’ requests to build stores to
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — In recent years, Walmart has recognized the importance of its associates to the company’s present and future success, adopting policies that address a host of issues ranging from career opportunities to financial well-being to health care, to mention just a few. As chief people officer, Donna Morris plays a critical role in
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Anita Patel joined Walgreens last May as vice president of pharmacy services development, a new position. In this role, she is responsible for prioritizing improvements within Walgreens’ existing pharmacy services as well as identifying and prioritizing new opportunities for growth and innovation. She also exercises oversight of the company’s COVID-19 strategy and