Walmart GoLocal delivery service platform hires Rina Hurst, former Chief Business Officer at Shipt, as Vice President

Walmart has announced Rina Hurst as Vice President at Walmart GoLocal, its delivery service platform.

Hurst joins from Shipt, where she served as Chief Business Officer. She will be responsible for the strategic direction, operations and general management of Walmart GoLocal.

“Rina brings extensive last mile and delivery expertise and a track record of building strategic partnerships and accelerating growth. I’m thrilled to welcome Rina to the Walmart team and see the impact she will have on Walmart GoLocal as we grow and optimise our capabilities for our clients,” says Jennifer McKeehan, Senior Vice President, End-to-End Delivery, Walmart U.S.

“Rina’s expertise in retail delivery will be a strong complement to the team as we continue to innovate and expand how we serve leading retailers with delivery.”

“Walmart’s size and scale are unmatched, and I’m excited by the opportunity to further leverage that scale to make an impact for Walmart GoLocal clients,” says Hurst.

“The delivery space is constantly evolving, and I'm looking forward to working with the team to expand Walmart GoLocal’s capabilities and build new relationships with retailers looking for reliable and customisable local delivery solutions.”

“I cannot wait to begin meeting with the team and leading the next chapter for Walmart GoLocal – one filled with growth, success and excitement for us and our clients.”

Before Shipt, Hurst spent ten years at Target in a variety of roles across merchandising and business partnerships and began her career in management consulting.