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Haio Barbeito

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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.

Last updated Oct 24, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
President and CEO
Company
Old Navy
Based
San Francisco, California, United States

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Years in industry
20 years

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.

Expertise & education

Expertise

Retail OperationsBrand ManagementConsumer MarketingInternational RetailSupply Chain ManagementApparel IndustryOmnichannel Retail

Recognition

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