Haio Barbeito
Haio Barbeito is the President and CEO of Old Navy, the value-focused apparel brand under Gap Inc. that generates several billion dollars in annual revenue and operates hundreds of stores across North America. He took the helm of Old Navy bringing a strong international retail background, having previously led Walmart's operations in Canada and Argentina among other senior roles within the Walmart organization. His appointment was seen as a move to reinvigorate Old Navy's brand positioning and drive growth through operational discipline and customer-focused strategy. Barbeito is known for his ability to lead large-scale retail organizations across diverse markets, with a track record of managing complex supply chains, store networks, and consumer-facing brand strategies. At Old Navy, he oversees one of the most prominent mass-market clothing brands in the United States, a business that relies heavily on marketing, seasonal campaigns, and consumer engagement to drive traffic and sales.
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Bio
Haio Barbeito is the President and CEO of Old Navy, the value-focused apparel brand under Gap Inc. that generates several billion dollars in annual revenue and operates hundreds of stores across North America. He took the helm of Old Navy bringing a strong international retail background, having previously led Walmart's operations in Canada and Argentina among other senior roles within the Walmart organization. His appointment was seen as a move to reinvigorate Old Navy's brand positioning and drive growth through operational discipline and customer-focused strategy. Barbeito is known for his ability to lead large-scale retail organizations across diverse markets, with a track record of managing complex supply chains, store networks, and consumer-facing brand strategies. At Old Navy, he oversees one of the most prominent mass-market clothing brands in the United States, a business that relies heavily on marketing, seasonal campaigns, and consumer engagement to drive traffic and sales.
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Notable achievements
- Appointed President and CEO of Old Navy, one of the largest apparel brands in the United States by revenue
- Led Walmart Canada as President and CEO, overseeing one of the country's largest retail operations