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Walmart CEO started out unloading trucks in high school—now 59, he’ll retire after nearly doubling revenue in 12 years

Doug McMillon led Walmart through a 43% revenue growth and tripled brand value by integrating digital and tech innovations during his nearly 12-year tenure as CEO.

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Doug McMillon is set to retire as Walmart CEO on Jan. 31, 2026. His career at the company started in 1984 as a high school student unloading trucks.

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Walmart CEO started out unloading trucks in high school—now 59, he’ll retire after nearly doubling revenue in 12 years

Doug McMillon is set to retire as Walmart CEO on Jan. 31, 2026. His career at the company started in 1984 as a high school student unloading trucks.

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Walmart's CEO retires: How Doug McMillion transformed the retail giant

Outgoing Walmart chief Doug McMillon quietly dismantled the company’s old "no risk" model, while making key bets on technology

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Walmart CEO started his career unloading trailers at the warehouse—he says raising his hand led to his success

Doug McMillon, who just announced his retirement, helped Walmart retain its top spot on the Fortune 500.

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Fortune broke the news in New York, United States on Friday, November 14, 2025.
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