Senior Vice President, Ad Platforms at Walmart Connect
Building and scaling the ad technology infrastructure at Walmart Connect, enabling one of the world's largest retailers to operate a sophisticated, data-driven advertising platform rivaling established digital media companies.
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 by AI Enrichment
Evan Adlman is a senior advertising technology executive best known for leading the platform engineering and product strategy behind Walmart Connect, one of the fastest-growing retail media networks in the world. As SVP of Ad Platforms, he oversees the technical infrastructure that enables brands and agencies to activate against Walmart's massive first-party shopper data across digital, in-store, and omnichannel environments. His work sits at the intersection of retail and media, helping transform Walmart from a traditional retailer into a formidable advertising platform capable of competing with the likes of Amazon Advertising and Google. Before joining Walmart Connect, Adlman held senior roles in the broader digital media and advertising technology ecosystem, building expertise in programmatic advertising, self-service platforms, and data-driven marketing solutions. His career trajectory reflects the broader industry shift toward retail media, where first-party data and closed-loop measurement have become the defining competitive advantages. At Walmart Connect, he has been instrumental in developing self-service ad buying tools, audience targeting capabilities, and measurement solutions that give advertisers clearer attribution tied to actual purchase behavior. Adlman is regarded as an operator-focused leader whose impact is felt more through platform scale and product execution than public-facing thought leadership. His work has helped Walmart Connect grow its advertiser base significantly, positioning the network as a top-tier destination for CPG brands, endemic retailers, and non-endemic advertisers alike seeking access to high-intent shoppers at scale.
Walmart Connect (prior to SVP role)
Walmart