“There's only so much we can do from the home office to merchandise a store well. If you live in that community and work in that store, you know more about what you should be featuring and the actionality on an end cap than someone from Bentonville, Arkansas does.”

American businessman

Carl Douglas McMillon is an American businessman and executive, best known for leading Walmart as president and chief executive officer from 2014 to 2026. He also serves on the company’s board of directors. McMillon began at Walmart as a summer associate while still in high school. He later led Sam’s Club from 2005 to 2009 and Walmart International from 2009 to 2013 before taking the top job. His career is closely tied to the growth and management of the retailer’s global business.