The Boardroom’s Climate is Changing
October 21, 2009 by Gretchen Michals
More companies are designating specific committees for environmental issues to help inform the board of potential problems.
October 21, 2009 by Gretchen Michals
More companies are designating specific committees for environmental issues to help inform the board of potential problems.
Price Named CEO of Wal-Mart Asian Operations
September 11, 2009
Price replaces Vicente Trius, who was CEO of Wal-Mart's Asia region, but has been named CEO of Wal-Mart's Latin America segment.
September 11, 2009
Price replaces Vicente Trius, who was CEO of Wal-Mart's Asia region, but has been named CEO of Wal-Mart's Latin America segment.
Cornell Named Sam’s Club CEO
March 11, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Former Michael’s Stores, Inc. CEO Brian Cornell has been named the new CEO of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.’s Sam’s Club warehouse chain, according to The Wall Street Journal.
March 11, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Former Michael’s Stores, Inc. CEO Brian Cornell has been named the new CEO of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.’s Sam’s Club warehouse chain, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Wal-Mart’s Duke Pledges Sustainability
February 2, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Mike Duke, who yesterday became only the fourth CEO of Wal-Mart stores, plans to keep pushing for ecological sustainability. Duke, like his predecessor H. Lee Scott Jr., has made clear that efforts such as cutting waste and energy use and requiring suppliers to do the same will continue — even as the company keeps prices low.
February 2, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Mike Duke, who yesterday became only the fourth CEO of Wal-Mart stores, plans to keep pushing for ecological sustainability. Duke, like his predecessor H. Lee Scott Jr., has made clear that efforts such as cutting waste and energy use and requiring suppliers to do the same will continue — even as the company keeps prices low.
Walmart CEO to Retire
November 24, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
CEO H. Lee Scott Jr. is retiring and will be succeeded by Mike Duke, who heads the company’s growing international operations.
November 24, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
CEO H. Lee Scott Jr. is retiring and will be succeeded by Mike Duke, who heads the company’s growing international operations.
Coda: September 2008
September 1, 2008 by Aaron Bernstein
Although it is a time of challenge for directors and CEOs, some get hurt while others get helped.
September 1, 2008 by Aaron Bernstein
Although it is a time of challenge for directors and CEOs, some get hurt while others get helped.
Wal-Mart Shareholders Just Say No
June 9, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
Wal-Mart's annual meeting was compared to a revival, but after the hoopla of performances by entertainers such as the newly minted American Idol XX and "Dreamgirls" star Jennifer Hudson shareholders voted down all of the resolutions.
June 9, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
Wal-Mart's annual meeting was compared to a revival, but after the hoopla of performances by entertainers such as the newly minted American Idol XX and "Dreamgirls" star Jennifer Hudson shareholders voted down all of the resolutions.
Postings: June / July 2008
June 1, 2008 by Robert Dilenschneider
Recent board appointments: Neville,McGrath,Wuffli, and more
June 1, 2008 by Robert Dilenschneider
Recent board appointments: Neville,McGrath,Wuffli, and more
Wal-Mart Tops Fortune 500
April 22, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The retail giant reigns supreme on the list of the largest companies for the second year in a row.
April 22, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The retail giant reigns supreme on the list of the largest companies for the second year in a row.
Target CEO Reaps Fortune in Deferred Comp
April 8, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
A deferred compensation program designed to retain top talent and reward longevity has created a windfall for the outgoing CEO of Target.
April 8, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
A deferred compensation program designed to retain top talent and reward longevity has created a windfall for the outgoing CEO of Target.