Araverus Team|Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Araverus Team
Jan 16, 2026 · 2:03 PM
CEO Change · John Furner · Leadership · Walmart
Walmart is undergoing significant leadership changes as John Furner prepares to take over as CEO, with Kathryn McLay set to leave her position at the end of January to ensure a smooth transition.
Kathryn McLay, who has been Walmart International’s CEO since 2023, will step down but remain with the company through the end of the first quarter to help with the transition.
Harry Holt will be promoted to chief executive officer when David Lockwood retires after roughly half a decade at the helm.
Food companies are overhauling brands as they work to ditch artificial dyes or pack protein into their products. New U.S. dietary guidelines could speed up the transformation.
