Newsletter — February 12, 2026 | | |
Washington Retail Association launches search for next president and CEO
The Washington Retail Association (WR) has launched a national search to identify its next President and Chief Executive Officer, marking an important milestone as the organization looks ahead to its next chapter of impact, innovation, and growth.
The search follows the planned retirement of longtime President and CEO Renée Sunde and reflects a thoughtful, Board-led transition process. Since December 2025, WR has been guided by Interim CEO Alesha Shemwell, former WR Board Chair, who was appointed to provide continuity, stability, and strategic support while the Board undertakes a comprehensive search for permanent leadership. The interim appointment was always intended to be temporary, allowing the organization to remain focused and well-positioned during the transition.
WR is embarking on a national search to identify a dynamic and strategic leader to guide one of the West Coast’s most respected trade associations. The next President and CEO will serve as the organization’s chief strategist, spokesperson, and operational leader, advancing retail advocacy, strengthening member engagement, and positioning WR for sustained success in a rapidly evolving retail environment.
“This search represents an exciting opportunity for Washington Retail,” said WR Board Chair Opio Dupree. “The Board was deliberate in establishing interim leadership so we could be both stable and intentional during this transition. Alesha has provided steady leadership, and her support allows us the time and space to conduct a thorough national search for the next leader.”
Shemwell will continue to serve as Interim CEO until the new President and CEO is selected, working closely with the Board and staff to maintain operational continuity and advance WR’s policy, membership, and communications priorities.
“It has been a privilege to support the Association during this transition,” Shemwell said. “I’ve genuinely enjoyed working alongside the WR team, Board, and members, in this interim capacity. From the beginning, this was designed as a temporary role, and I am dedicated to WR until the next CEO is in place, while also honoring long-planned priorities with my family once that transition is complete.”
To learn more about the opportunity, including role responsibilities, qualifications, and the application process, visit the WR candidate web portal at washingtonretail.org/ceo-search. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter through the portal.
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What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List
WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key legislation that could have the most significant impact on WR members.
Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA) (SB 5976 / HB 2274)
HB 2274 was amended and passed out of the House policy committee, keeping the bill on track while preserving its core purpose of clarifying the law and maintaining consumer protections. It now must be pulled from Rules and passed by the full House before the February 17 House of Origin cutoff. This is a critical moment.
Trial attorneys are actively opposing changes and urging lawmakers to leave the statute as is. Meanwhile, many businesses are concerned that without targeted updates, Washington will continue to see a surge of high-volume filings, including from out-of-state firms, under a framework that differs significantly from other states.
All hands are needed right now. Please click here to contact your legislators immediately and urge them to support HB 2274 and move it to the House floor without delay.
Position: WR supports this bill.
Status: February 4: HB 2274: Referred to Rules 2 Review; February 11: SB 5976: Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the Senate Committee on Business, Trade & Economic Development
Immigration enforcement employer requirements & penalties (HB 2105)
This bill is modeled after California’s 2017 Immigrant Worker Protection Act, but the initial version would significantly expand compliance requirements and penalties well beyond California’s framework, including establishing a private right of action and imposing high fines multiplied by the number of Washington-based employees. The bill was executed out of House Appropriations on 2/7. WR and the broader business community testified in opposition, primarily due to concerns about the private right of action.
Position: WR is opposed to this bill.
Status: February 5: First reading, referred to Community Safety.
The Retail Theft Accountability Act (HB 2729)
The Retail Theft Accountability Act, Prime sponsored byRep Dan Griffey, Minority Whip (R-35) and Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-28), targets repeat retail theft offenders by requiring completion of diversion programs or imposing minimum mandatory sentences under narrow eligibility criteria, modeled after local ordinances in jurisdictions such as Marysville and Bellevue. The bill was introduced on February 5 and referred to the House Community Safety Committee. Due to session timing, it is likely to serve primarily as a conversation starter for future sessions. In the interim, WR is focusing on education efforts and supporting local-level adoption strategies to build momentum and broader legislative support.
Position: WR supports this bill.
Status: February 5: First reading, referred to Community Safety.
Cash transactions/pennies (HB 2334 / SB 6230)
This bill would adjust cash transaction totals to eliminate the need for pennies by requiring the final amount (including applicable taxes/fees and adjustments) to be rounded to the nearest $0.05—rounding down when totals end in 1, 2, 6, or 7 cents and rounding up when totals end in 3, 4, 8, or 9 cents; non-cash payments (cards/electronic) would continue to be charged to the exact penny.
Position: WR supports this bill - with amendments.
Status: February 9: HB 2334: Referred to Rules 2 Review; SB 6230: Passed to Rules Committee for second reading
DOR “technical” tax-administration cleanup bills (HB 2257 / SB 6113)
This bill raises significant concern because it could expand taxation on advertising, particularly if constitutional challenges to the digital advertising tax succeed. Earlier language included a provision that would have eliminated the entire section — including existing deductions and exemptions — if any portion of the law was struck down, potentially broadening an advertising sales tax to cover physical signage, in-store displays, point-of-sale materials, print inserts, and circulars in addition to digital advertising. Due to the potential broad retail impact and ongoing legal scrutiny around differential treatment of digital versus traditional advertising, this remains a high-priority issue. As of 2/6/2026, the tax administration cleanup bill was amended to remove the Section 26 “blow-up” provision that could have eliminated key deductions and exemptions (including retail signage), with support from House leadership.
Position: WR has concerns with this bill.
Status: February 4: HB 2257: Referred to Rules 2 Review; February 9: SB 6113: Passed to Rules Committee for second reading.
Millionaire Tax (SB 6346)
The income tax on millionaires (SB 6346) drew the largest public response in legislative history, with 80,644 sign-ins and 61,240 opposing, representing roughly 76% of all registrants. Lawmakers gave about two hours for testimony, leaving many of the 202 would-be speakers unheard. The turnout surpassed last year’s record for the 3% property tax cap proposal, underscoring intense public resistance. Despite this, the Senate Ways & Means Committee plans to vote on the bill by the February 9 fiscal deadline. The Governor has commented on the income tax on millionaires, reaffirming his support for taxing high-income earners while sharply criticizing the spending proposal. The Governor has said he cannot support it in its current form and that it must be rewritten to deliver a major expansion of the Working Families Tax Credit and approximately $1B in small-business relief.
Position: WR has concerns with this tax.
Status: Placed on second reading by Rules Committee.
Bills that did not advance
Grocery Algorithmic Pricing (HB 2481)
This bill targeted “surveillance-based price discrimination” and “surge pricing” in retail/grocery settings, but as drafted remained overly broad and could have unintentionally restricted routine, consumer-friendly pricing practices such as sales/markdowns, flash discounts, coupons, loyalty offers, and targeted discounts for groups like seniors and veterans.
Position: WR was opposed to this bill.
Textile EPR (HB 1420)
Textile Extended Producer Responsibility program modeled on California law. Not ready this session; potential future alignment with CA assessment model.
Position: WR was opposed to this bill.
Pathway to unionizing security guard by establishing an industry standard board (HB 2524)
This bill would have established an industry standards board for security guards. The board would set requirements for training, wages, benefits, and working conditions, create a private right of action (PRA), and be funded through workers’ compensation premium dollars. Due to concerns about increased costs, regulatory burden, and litigation exposure.
Position: WR had concerns with this bill.
Plastic Bag Ban (SB 5965)
Multiple proposals this session would revise carryout bag policies, ranging from expanded plastic bag bans and fee increases to proposals that would repeal fees and thickness requirements. WR supports data-driven flexibility and opposes measures that disproportionately impact low-income shoppers. Most recently, the Senate Environment Committee amended the plastic bag bill to ban plastic bags and set an 8¢ paper bag fee (reduced from earlier proposed higher amounts). The amendment created a negative fiscal impact, and the bill has now been referred to Ways & Means, where the key question will be whether lawmakers choose to fund the resulting revenue shortfall.
Position: WR opposed to this bill.
ORC Sentence Enhancements (HB 2209)
This bill proposed adding extra felony sentencing time when the value of stolen/possessed/trafficked property was high. It would have applied to crimes including theft, possessing stolen property, second-degree robbery, theft with intent to resell, organized retail theft, retail theft with special circumstances, and trafficking in stolen property (1st/2nd degree), adding +12 months for property valued over $20,000 up to $50,000 and +24 months for property valued over $50,000. The bill was referred to the House Community Safety Committee, received a public hearing on January 20, 2026, and then an executive session was scheduled for January 29, 2026, but no action was taken—and it did not advance.
Position: WR was in support of this bill.
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Urgent Update: Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act HB 2274 needs action now
HB 2274, a targeted update to Washington’s Commercial Electronic Mail Act (CEMA) has advanced out of policy committee and is now in the House Rules Committee. This is a pivotal moment. If the bill does not move soon, it will stall, and the current litigation environment in Washington is likely to continue worsening.
Washington has seen a rapid increase in CEMA lawsuits based solely on email subject lines, often without any allegation that a consumer opened the email, relied on it, or suffered harm. These cases typically depend on statutory damages rather than consumer injury, fueling a growing wave of costly litigation for businesses of all sizes.
What HB 2274 Would Do
HB 2274 is a narrow, common-sense fix. It would not weaken consumer protections or permit deceptive practices. Instead, it would:
- Clarify that a subject line must relate to the commercial nature of the email.
- Preserve remedies for consumers who actually read, relied on, and were harmed by an email.
- Address the surge of pending cases that exploit Washington’s unusually broad statute.
Why This Matters Now
As HB 2274 has moved forward, opposition from some groups, including trial attorneys, has intensified. That opposition is being framed as consumer protection, but the litigation patterns suggest a different reality. Many recent cases rely on repeat plaintiffs, including individuals previously used in wage transparency lawsuits, highlighting how the current law is being leveraged for volume litigation rather than to remedy real harm.
Washington’s CEMA law is an outlier compared to other states, and that uniqueness has made the state a target. HB 2274 is designed to restore balance while keeping meaningful enforcement intact.
Timing Is Critical
To remain viable this session, HB 2274 must be voted out of the House before the House of Origin cutoff.
What You Can Do Right Now
Please contact your state representative and legislative leadership and urge them to support HB 2274 and move it out of Rules. Legislators need to hear directly from employers about the real-world impacts of this litigation and why a narrow fix is needed immediately.
You can find your legislative district and contact information here.
The next few days are decisive. Without action, this litigation trend will continue to accelerate and Washington businesses will keep paying the price.
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Rounding cash transaction bills advance in Olympia
Legislation that would allow cash transactions to be rounded to the nearest five cents is moving forward in the Washington Legislature as policymakers respond to the declining use of the one-cent coin.
HB 2334 and SB 6230 would require cash purchases to be rounded up or down to the nearest nickel after all taxes and fees are applied. Credit cards, debit cards, and online transactions would not be affected. The approach mirrors policies adopted in Canada and by some federal agencies and private businesses and is intended to provide clarity as exact change becomes harder to maintain.
As of early February, SB 6230 has been approved by the Senate Business Committee and remains active in the legislative process. HB 2334 is under consideration in the House. If ultimately enacted, the change would take effect 90 days after the Legislature adjourns.
Supporters say the policy would create consistency for retailers and customers while reflecting current payment practices. During committee testimony, bill sponsor Sen. Noel Frame noted that the penny has become less relevant in everyday commerce and said the proposal would establish predictable rules for businesses.
Business groups expressed general support while requesting specific safeguards. Amber Carter, speaking on behalf of WR, told lawmakers the association supports the legislation but emphasized the importance of legal clarity for retailers. “We have seen claims issued for smaller things,” Carter said. “So we really want to make that protective advance now rather than dealing with it later.”
Other industry representatives noted that many retailers already round cash totals due to coin shortages but have sought clear state guidance. Questions raised during testimony included how rounding would apply to food assistance transactions and whether customers with exact change could still pay without rounding.
Lawmakers are expected to continue discussions on HB 2334 and SB 6230 as both bills move through the remaining steps of the legislative process.
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Carryout bag legislation stalls in Senate
Proposed changes to Washington’s carryout bag policy did not advance this session after SB 5965 stalled in the Senate Ways and Means Committee. As amended by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee, the bill would have banned plastic carryout bags, kept the existing $0.08 pass through charge on paper bags, exempted restaurants from the fee for offsite consumption, and expanded allowable materials for compostable film bags to include options such as potato starch.
The measure moved out of the policy committee along party lines but did not receive further action before the fiscal cutoff. A key concern was the projected negative fiscal impact tied to the loss of sales tax revenue from the current $0.12 plastic carryout bag fee. Because Ways and Means declined to act, the bill is effectively halted for the remainder of the session.
A companion measure in the House, HB 2233, also failed to advance, leaving no active legislative vehicle this year. Unless the issue is revisited through the budget process, changes to the state’s carryout bag requirements will not move forward in 2026. WR will continue to monitor any renewed discussion of this issue and keep members informed.
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State adopts rule clarifying worker protections tied to immigration related coercion
Washington state has adopted a new employment standards rule clarifying worker protections related to immigration related coercion in the workplace. The rule implements SSB 5104 and updates Chapter 296 128 WAC to further define prohibited conduct and enforcement processes.
Under the new rule, employers are prohibited from coercing employees based on real or perceived immigration status. This includes explicit or implicit communication about an employee or their family member’s immigration status that is intended to deter the employee from engaging in protected activities or exercising rights under state labor and employment laws. Covered rights include those related to wages, hours, discrimination protections, and timely payment of compensation.
Employees who believe they have experienced immigration-related coercion may file a complaint with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries within 180 days of the alleged action. The law allows for enforcement when violations are found.
SSB 5104 was enacted during the 2025 legislative session and became effective July 1, 2025. The associated rulemaking was formally adopted through a CR 103 process and takes effect March 6, 2026.
WR encourages employers to review the adopted rule language and explanatory materials to ensure workplace policies and practices align with the clarified requirements.
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Workers’ comp bill addresses symptoms within a system in need of reform
As the Legislature reaches the halfway point of session this week, the Legislature heard and advanced four workers’ compensation bills with significant benefit expansions and fundamental changes to the system out of both the House and Senate’s labor committees. WR’s core advocacy has focused on underlying system concerns, including low contingency reserve ratios, operating expenses exceeding premium collection, and continuous rate increases while rates are dropping in many other states.
Fortunately, most of the benefit expansion bills did not advance as of this Monday. One remaining concern is HB 2218/ SB 5847, which includes significant reversals of key 2011 reforms. The bill would allow attending providers to depart from established treatment guidelines without objective support or review, permit claimants to access out-of-network providers whenever no in-network provider is available within an arbitrary 15-mile radius, and restrict employers from “inducing” workers to seek care from specific medical providers, with substantial penalties for violations.
While the real-life stories that prompted this bill are compelling, WR assesses that these cases reflect operational challenges placed on L&I when the Legislature required the agency to implement multiple benefit expansions and system changes in recent years.
WR will continue to advocate for system improvements rather than symptom-based fixes to ensure the social safety network for workers remains financially and operationally sound and sustainable.
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Millionaire tax proposal draws record response as lawmakers weigh revisions
The proposed income tax on high earners, known as the Millionaire Tax and introduced as SB 6346, has become one of the most closely watched policy debates of the 2026 legislative session. The bill would apply a tax to income above $1 million and has prompted an unprecedented level of public engagement.
According to legislative records, SB 6346 generated more than 80,000 public sign-ins, the largest response to any bill in state history. About 61,000 of those who registered, roughly 76 percent, indicated opposition. Lawmakers scheduled approximately two hours for public testimony, leaving many of the more than 200 individuals who signed up to speak without the opportunity to do so. Despite the strong turnout, the Senate Ways and Means Committee voted on the proposal by the February 9 fiscal deadline. On February 10, the bill was placed on second reading by the Rules Committee.
The Governor has voiced support for the concept of taxing high-income earners but has also made clear that he does not support the bill in its current form. He has called for significant revisions, including a major expansion of the Working Families Tax Credit and approximately $1 billion in relief targeted to small businesses. Administration officials have framed these changes as necessary to address cost-of-living pressures while supporting economic stability.
As the debate continues, broader business sentiment provides additional context. Recent data from the Association of Washington Business shows rising concern among employers about the overall tax climate and economic competitiveness. Nearly half of surveyed business leaders reported considering relocating their personal residence out of state, and a growing share said they are more likely to expand operations elsewhere. For WR members, the discussion around SB 6346 reflects larger questions about how tax policy intersects with growth, investment, and Washington’s long-term business environment.
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Seahawks championship celebration delivers major boost to downtown Seattle
The Seattle Seahawks returned home this week to celebrate their second Super Bowl title with a championship ceremony and parade that drew massive crowds to downtown Seattle. City officials estimated that as many as 1 million fans lined Fourth Avenue for the victory parade, creating one of the largest public gatherings in the city’s history.
The day began with a sold-out Trophy Celebration at Lumen Field, followed by a parade route stretching from South Washington Street to Cedar Street near Seattle Center. Fans gathered hours in advance, filling sidewalks and nearby public spaces as players waved from buses and hoisted the Lombardi Trophy.
| Beyond the celebration, the event provided a concentrated boost to downtown business activity. Restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and quick service establishments experienced high volume traffic during peak parade hours. Retailers saw strong demand for championship merchandise and related purchases, while parking facilities, transit services, and nearby hotels also benefited from the influx of visitors. | | |
WR staff attended the celebration and were hosted by WR Board member Jerry Irwin, GGP.
The event highlights how major civic celebrations can drive short-term economic activity in core retail corridors. While long-term economic impacts are more difficult to measure, the immediate surge in foot traffic and consumer spending offered a clear example of how large-scale events can support local businesses.
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Pets take center stage in Valentine’s Day spending
As Valentine’s Day approaches, consumers are expanding their celebrations beyond partners and friends to include pets. New estimates show that spending on Valentine’s gifts for pets is expected to reach a record $2.1 billion in 2026, reflecting a steady shift in how households mark the holiday.
More than one-third of people who plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day say they will buy a gift for a pet. That share has risen sharply over the past decade, along with average spending per shopper. In fact, pets are now more likely to receive a Valentine’s gift than friends or coworkers, highlighting their growing role in family life and consumer decision-making.
Retailers are responding with a wide range of products designed specifically for the occasion. Offerings include themed toys, treats, accessories, and grooming items, as well as customized and specialty products for pets beyond cats and dogs. Online marketplaces and specialty retailers have also expanded seasonal assortments, giving shoppers more ways to personalize gifts for their animals.
Valentine’s Day is part of a broader trend of including pets in celebrations throughout the year. Industry observers note increasing demand for products tied to pet birthdays, adoption anniversaries, and other pet-focused holidays. These occasions are creating new opportunities for retailers to engage pet owners and drive incremental seasonal sales.
For WR members, the continued growth in pet-related spending underscores the importance of seasonal merchandising and consumer trends tied to household lifestyles. As pets become further integrated into family traditions, retailers may see continued demand for creative, occasion-based products that reflect this evolving relationship.
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Retail spending shows uneven momentum across income levels
Retail sales exceeded expectations in 2025, remaining a bright spot in the broader economy. However, a closer look at consumer behavior shows that spending strength is not evenly distributed across income groups.
Recent analysis of credit and debit card data, conducted with industry partners, examined retail spending by income decile. The findings suggest a pattern often described as a K-shaped economy, where different income groups experience sharply different growth trajectories. While total discretionary retail spending increased year over year, that growth was largely driven by higher-income consumers.
Lower- and middle-income households saw slower or negative growth in discretionary spending during 2025. In contrast, the top income segments increased their spending at a much stronger pace. Notably, the top 20 percent of spenders accounted for more than 60 percent of total discretionary spending, effectively offsetting weakness among the remaining income groups, and keeping overall retail growth positive.
This pattern was visible across many retail sectors, although it did not appear uniformly. Some sectors experienced growth across most income levels, while others saw broad-based declines. Rather than a simple split between high-and low-income households, the data shows a more layered and nuanced stratification in consumer behavior.
What remains clear is that spending momentum among lower to middle-income consumers has begun to slow, even as top-line retail sales remain resilient. Higher-income households continue to play an outsized role in supporting retail performance.
Looking ahead to 2026, overall retail sales are expected to continue growing. However, that growth is unlikely to be evenly shared across all consumer segments. For retailers and policymakers alike, understanding these differences will be increasingly important as strategies adapt to a more uneven consumer landscape.
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Walmart invests in workforce upskilling as it modernizes regional distribution centers
Walmart plans to invest more than $330 million to modernize its regional distribution center in Opelousas, Louisiana, as part of a broader effort to upgrade its national supply chain network. The multiyear project is expected to begin this year and will be completed in phases.
According to Louisiana Economic Development, modernization will add advanced robotics and automation to the facility. Once complete, the upgrades are expected to double the center’s shipping capacity. The investment is part of Walmart’s strategy to modernize all 42 of its regional distribution centers across the United States.
Walmart employs more than 37,400 people in Louisiana, including over 1,900 workers at its distribution centers. The company has indicated that it intends to retain its workforce while shifting roles toward higher-skilled positions focused on automation, advanced technology, and robotics.
The retailer reports that automation has already played a significant role in its logistics operations. As of November 2025, more than 60 percent of Walmart’s U.S. stores received freight from automated distribution centers, contributing to lower shipping costs. Walmart has also expanded automation in other areas of its supply chain, including next-generation fulfillment centers that support direct-to-consumer shipping.
In recent years, Walmart has introduced technologies such as autonomous forklifts and inventory tracking sensors to improve efficiency, speed, and safety across its operations. The Opelousas project reflects continued investment in infrastructure intended to support growing demand and evolving distribution needs across regional markets.
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Major retailers announce leadership transitions
Two of the nation’s largest retailers, Target and Walmart, began February with new chief executive officers, marking notable leadership transitions at both companies.
At Target, former chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke officially succeeded longtime CEO Brian Cornell. In messages to employees, Fiddelke emphasized continuity alongside change, highlighting priorities such as restoring merchandising authority, improving in-store and digital customer experiences, expanding the use of technology, and continuing to invest in employees. He also underscored the importance of listening closely and moving with clarity as the company works through recent performance challenges, including declining store traffic and mixed consumer response to past corporate decisions. Target has not yet named a successor to fill the chief operating officer role.
Walmart also welcomed a new CEO, with John Furner taking over leadership from Doug McMillon. Furner has spent more than three decades at Walmart and previously led the company’s U.S. business. In public remarks, Furner recognized McMillon’s influence and expressed a commitment to maintaining the company’s focus on associates, customers, members, and the communities it serves. Ahead of the transition, Furner made adjustments to the executive leadership team.
Both companies are retaining continuity at the board level. Cornell will remain as executive chair of Target’s board, while McMillon will stay on Walmart’s board through June and serve as an adviser to Furner into early 2027.
For the retail industry, the leadership changes reflect a period of transition as major chains respond to shifting consumer expectations, operational pressures, and evolving market conditions. WR will continue monitoring how these changes may influence broader retail trends.
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Home Depot emphasizes brand authority and transparency in AI strategy
As artificial intelligence continues to shape how consumers search, shop, and interact with retailers, Home Depot is taking an active approach to learning and adaptation. Rather than waiting for customer expectations to settle, the company is investing early in AI tools to better understand how shoppers engage with the technology and how it can enhance, rather than replace, trusted brand relationships.
Company leaders have emphasized that AI-powered experiences must reflect the same standards as in-store service. For Home Depot, this means ensuring that digital assistants communicate with the same helpfulness, accuracy, and authority customers expect from associates on the sales floor. Maintaining a consistent brand voice is a priority, particularly as shoppers increasingly rely on chatbots and virtual assistants for guidance on home improvement projects.
A key focus of Home Depot’s strategy is embedding its own knowledge base into AI systems, instead of relying solely on external large language models. By doing so, the retailer aims to ensure that AI responses feel like authentic Home Depot interactions and reinforce its role as a trusted source of expertise. Leaders note that this approach requires significantly more data and collaboration with technology partners than traditional keyword-based search.
Transparency is another central element of the company’s AI efforts. Home Depot is experimenting with clear but unobtrusive ways to let customers know when they are interacting with AI, while also setting realistic expectations about the technology’s limitations. The goal is to build trust without adding friction to the shopping experience.
Home Depot’s approach highlights how AI can be deployed thoughtfully to support customer service, reinforce brand identity, and build long-term confidence. WR will continue to track how retailers navigate these evolving technologies and their impact on the retail landscape.
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WR is committed to the principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create a safe, welcoming environment in which these principles can thrive.
We value all people regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, identity, sexual orientation, nationality, or disability, and that is the foundation of our commitment to those we serve.
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Alesha Shemwell, Interim CEO — 360.200.6450 — Email
Crystal Leatherman, Dir of Policy & Government Affairs — 360.200-6453 — Email
Rose Gundersen, State and Local Gov't Affairs Associate — 360.200.6452 — Email
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