Walmart names Kyle Kinnard US COO
Walmart appointed Kyle Kinnard as COO of its U.S. business, succeeding Kiernan Shanahan. Kinnard previously served as COO for Walmart's international operations.
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Walmart appointed Kyle Kinnard as COO of its U.S. business, succeeding Kiernan Shanahan. Kinnard previously served as COO for Walmart's international operations.
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