Walmart's Leadership Shift: A New CEO and Strategic Focus on Growth and Technology

John Furner is the new Walmart CEO starting Feb 18, 2026. He will focus on growth and using AI. See how this affects Walmart's future.

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Walmart has a new CEO, John Furner, starting February 18, 2026. The company expects growth and will use AI more, which is a big change.

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Exciting times ahead – we're getting ready for #ISE2026! Our team is currently working tirelessly to prepare the perfect presentation of our latest innovations in AI-supported signage and POS experiences. Intelligent target group analysis, tailored content distribution and smart campaigns – we are ready to take your brand communication to the next level.
📍 Join us live: Hall 4, Booth 4B280 | 3–6 February 2026
Stay tuned! 💡

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How AI Is Changing Shopping

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What does Artificial Intelligence really mean for the retail sector, especially the informal economy that drives so much of Africa’s trade?

The new book Scaling Smart: AI, Retail & Imminent Disruption launched at the Africa Retail Congress 2025 last weekend, dives deep into this question, showing how data and AI can unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs and reshape the future of commerce.

We’re proud that our founder, Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi, is one of the contributors to this thought-provoking work.

One chapter that stands out is “AI Blindspots: What African Shoppers Know That the Algorithm May Not.” It offers a powerful perspective on the human and cultural layers that technology often overlooks—a must-read for anyone serious about understanding the future of retail in Africa.

Copies are available through Lagos Business School.

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Retail is evolving, and technology is leading the change.

Join our CEO and Founder, Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi, alongside other industry leaders at the 2025 Africa Retail Congress, hosted by the Africa Retail Academy of Lagos Business School.

The conversation will explore how data-driven insights and digital tools are shaping smarter retail strategies, driving scalability, and boosting performance across the continent.

Date: Saturday, 8th November 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: Lagos Business School, Ajah, Lagos

Be part of the dialogue shaping the future of retail in Africa.
Register here: events.lbs.edu.ng/arc2025

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