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Walmart tabs McKenna as International CEO

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BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Judith McKenna has been named president and chief executive officer of Walmart International. Mc­Ken­na, who has been executive vice president and chief operating officer of Walmart U.S., will take charge of Walmart’s second-largest operating segment on February 1. She succeeds David Cheese­wright, who has headed Walmart International since 2014 and will retire from a full-time role.

“Being chosen to lead Walmart International truly is an honor, and I can’t think of a more exciting time to be in this part of the business,” said McKenna. “I look forward to building upon our progress to improve the experience for our customers and associates around the world.”

Walmart president and CEO Doug McMillon says that having worked with McKenna for many years he has seen firsthand “her ability to lead strategic change, build relationships with our associates and strengthen our business. It has been inspiring to see her personal growth and the results she’s driven over the years. Her integrity, high expectations and passion for the business and our associates will ensure our continued success in ­International.”

McKenna’s career with Wal­mart began in 1996 at Asda, the company’s U.K. operation, where she served as COO and chief financial officer. She also served as executive vice president of strategy and international development for Walmart International. There, she led several areas, including international strategy, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, integration, global format development, and purchase ­leverage.

Upon moving to Walmart U.S. in April 2014, McKenna served as chief development officer, leading the strategy, development and growth of Walmart’s small-format business and the partnership with Walmart.com to integrate digital commerce into the physical store presence. Several months later she was promoted to executive vice president and COO for Walmart U.S. with responsibilities for U.S. store operations, including more than 4,500 retail locations.

McMillon said Cheesewright’s 19-year tenure with Walmart included a number of key leadership roles. “He has built a reputation as an insightful strategic thinker with a track record of delivering consistent, profitable growth. He has been instrumental in strengthening our business across the globe. He’s a passionate advocate for our people, culture and purpose around the world.”

Cheesewright will remain with the company full time through March and then serve the company, on a limited basis, with specific projects for a longer period of time.


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