Walmart EVP and Chief Sustainability Officer Kathleen McLaughlin has been recognized by the NRF Foundation as one of 2026’s “People Shaping Retail’s Future.”
Key Takeaways
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Honorees reflect retail innovation: The 2026 list showcases executives transforming retail operations, sustainability, and customer engagement across major brands like Walmart, e.l.f. Beauty, and Pacsun.
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Industry leadership recognized: NRF Foundation leaders emphasized that this year’s honorees embody how diverse career paths can make lasting impacts on retail’s future.
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McLaughlin’s sustainability influence: Walmart’s Kathleen McLaughlin stands out for her work aligning corporate initiatives with environmental and social progress, reinforcing retail’s role in global responsibility.
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