John Furner: Walmart's New CEO Tackles Challenges

John Furner, Walmarts new CEO, takes over from Doug McMillon on February first. Known for his collaborative leadership and deep understanding of Walmarts operations, Furners appointment comes as the company faces economic challenges and shareholder expectations for strong returns on AI investments. Since becoming CEO of Walmart U.S. in 2019, Furner has launched initiatives like Walmart Plus and expanded Walmart Connect, while investing in employee wages and modernizing warehouses. Analysts believe Furners mandate is to innovate and accelerate Walmarts growth, particularly in AI, as he leads the global business into its next chapter.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.