Donna Morris honored as HR Executive of the Year — HRExecutive.com

HR Executive has named Walmart’s EVP/Chief People Officer, Donna Morris, as its 2025 HR Executive of the Year. Morris is recognized for her proactive, people-first strategy, focused on rapid AI adoption and collaborative skills development.

Key Takeaways

  • Award-winning HR leadership: Morris’s recognition as HR Executive of the Year highlights her impact in elevating the strategic role of HR and steering transformative change.

  • AI fuels human-centric transformation: She drives workforce innovation by leveraging AI to empower employees and reduce fear, making HR more people-focused.

  • Uplifting wellbeing and skills: Her emphasis on wellbeing and continuous skills development strengthens employee trust, retention, and long-term organizational success.

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