2025 Women of Excellence Winners The Path to Purchase Institute is proud to announce the winners of its 10th annual Women of Excellence Awards. Walmart to Launch AI Certifications Program for Associates The offering builds on Walmart’s $1 billion commitment to skills training through 2026. Q&A: Brian DeCoveny of Barrows Connected Store Here's a snapshot of an industry leader from the P2PI member community. Albertsons Restructures Merchandising Team Amid New Strategy The leadership changes bring merchandising strategy, analytics and operations closer together. Ulta Rethinks Store Experience, Promotional Strategy The retailer is leaning on stores as omnichannel engines while sharpening marketing, digital and cultural engagement. Walgreens Goes Private, Appoints New CEO Walgreens looks to strengthen its core pharmacy and store experience under new ownership. Circana Acquires Nielsen’s Marketing Mix Modeling Business Learn how the deal strengthens Circana’s global media measurement platform. CTV Adds Lift to Walmart Connect’s Retail Media Momentum In the latest earnings call, CEO Doug McMillon said advertising, membership and marketplace are “changing the shape” of Walmart’s income statement. Walmart Doubles Down on Tech to Reinvent the In-Store Experience A Q2 earnings call underscored how AI, automation and digital-first tools are redefining Walmart's stores as engines of omnichannel growth. Estee Lauder Advances Restructure With AI, Regional Shifts Digital investments are delivering ROI gains as the company reshapes leadership, market structure and retail partnerships to fuel growth. Target Names Next CEO The longtime executive will succeed Brian Cornell, effective February 2026. Ulta, Target to Conclude Shop-in-Shop Partnership in 2026 Ulta’s marketplace expansion and Target’s curated beauty assortment mark the next phase for each retailer. First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last