Walmart Moves Asda Exec From U.K. To Lead Innovation In U.S.

The COO of Walmart British subsidiary grocery retailer Asda is transferring to the U.S. to take charge of innovation at the parent company. 10-year-veteran Mark Ibbotson – described by CEO Andy Clarke as a “first-class retailer” -- led Asda’s online, click and collect and grocery home shopping. In the U.S., he will concentrate on developing Walmart innovation for customers. The transfer is the latest in a series of executive moves at Asda.