What Happened?
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Sam`s Club Appointed Becky Schmitt as SVP and Chief People Officer
About the Company
Sam Walton opened the first Sam`s Club in 1983 to meet a growing need among customers who wanted to buy merchandise in bulk. Since then, Sam`s Club has grown rapidly, opening more than 600 clubs in the U.S. and 100 clubs internationally. By offering affordable, wholesale merchandise to members, Sam`s Club helps make saving simple for families and small business owners. Sam`s Club employs about 110,000 associates in the U.S. The average club is 134,000 square feet and offers bulk groceries and general merchandise. Most clubs also have specialty services, such as a pharmacy, an optical department, a photo center, or a tire and battery center.
About the Person
Rebecca Schmitt is Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Pepsico. Previously, Rebecca held various senior HR leadership roles in the industry.
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