Walmart’s 12th annual Open Call brought over 500 U.S.-based entrepreneurs to pitch their products to Walmart and Sam’s Club merchants, with more than 100 receiving Golden Tickets for retail placement. The event also highlighted innovations in U.S. manufacturing, part of Walmart’s broader $350 billion sourcing commitment to support American jobs.
Key Takeaways
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Golden Ticket success: Over 100 businesses earned opportunities for their U.S.-made products to be sold in Walmart and Sam’s Club stores and online, spotlighting small business growth.
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Long-term sourcing commitment: Walmart’s $350 billion, 10-year pledge to purchase U.S.-made goods is intended to support up to 750,000 jobs, with significant progress already made toward its goal.
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Innovation showcase: Thirteen companies presented manufacturing technologies designed to boost efficiency, cut costs, and expand domestic production capacity.
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