Walmart CEO John Furner earned $4.50 as stock boy. Now, he could get $15 million as US retail giant boss

Walmart's new CEO, John Furner, will take over in January 2026, succeeding Doug McMillon. Furner's remarkable journey began as a part-time garden center associate in 1993, earning $4.50 an hour. He has since risen through various leadership roles, including CEO of Sam's Club and Walmart US, demonstrating a deep understanding of the company from the ground up.