Dive Brief:
- Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. announced it has appointed a new president of the Walmart Foundation effective Oct. 15.
- Kathleen McLaughlin has been appointed to the new role and will be responsible for corporate giving and global sustainability, among other campaigns.
- McLaughlin is formerly a senior partner with global consulting firm McKinsey & Company and holds dual American-Canadian citizenship, having previously been located in Toronto.
Dive Insight:
Walmart Foundation plays a strategic role for the big box retailer in social and environment issues across the globe. Some of the topics addressed by the organization include female economic empowerment and healthy food initiatives. The goal of Walmart Foundation is to create a positive impact on the cities and communities that Walmart Stores serve.