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Jennifer Buchanan

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Vice President, Walmart Academy at Walmart
📍 Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Jennifer Buchanan is the Vice President of Walmart Academy, where she spearheads global learning and development for over 2. 1 million associates. An alumna of Florida State University, she is the architect of Walmarts "Skills-First" initiative, which prioritizes capabilities over degrees in hiring and career advancement, creating award-winning programs that elevate frontline performance.

Based on her public activity, Jennifer is deeply passionate about celebrating her teams successes. She frequently and enthusiastically recognizes the dedication, creativity, and service milestones of her colleagues, highlighting a strong focus on people and fostering a positive, appreciative work environment.

She led the creation of a public playbook to help other employers adopt skills-based hiring practices, aiming to broaden economic opportunity for all.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Vice President, Walmart Academy
Job Level
Senior
Location
Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
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Priorities

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Skills-First Workforce
She is the architect of Walmart’s initiative to shift hiring and career advancement from traditional degrees to a focus on verified capabilities and skills.
Employee Upskilling
Leads Walmart's global efforts to provide associates with skills for their current roles and future careers through programs like Walmart Academy and Live Better U.
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Career

Work history

7-2023
Vice President, Walmart Academy
Walmart
4-2022 - 8-2023
Vice President, Operations and Supply Chain Academy Leader
Walmart
2-2019 - 4-2022
Senior Director II - Field Learning and Development
Sam's Club
1-2015 - 2-2019
Senior Director, International Ethics and Compliance Training and Awareness
Walmart
2-2013 - 1-2015
Director, Global Compliance and Ethics Training
American Express
In the press

Media appearances

Developing Talent: Walmart Academy and Building Better – The Edge of Work. Featured in Apple Podcasts (The Edge of Work)
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Developing Talent: Walmart Academy and Building Better Leaders with Jennifer Buchanan. Featured in The Edge of Work
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Education
Executive Program for Leadership Acceleration
Harvard Business School Executive Education
B.S.
Florida State University
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