NEW YORK — People Who Made a Difference, the annual recognition presented by Mass Market Retailers and Chain Drug Review, returns this December for another year to celebrate the executives whose leadership, innovation, and vision are shaping the future of the retail and consumer products industry.
Each year, the program honors individuals who consistently demonstrate excellence in leadership, strategic clarity, and the ability to guide organizations through an increasingly complex and fast-moving marketplace. From mass retail and grocery to pharmacy, health care, energy, and the supplier community, the recognition reflects the breadth and strength of leaders driving meaningful change across the industry.
We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 class of honorees in three categories: Retailer, Supplier, and Service Provider.
Past honorees represent the highest levels of leadership across the retail and consumer products landscape, including executives from Walmart, Walgreens, CVS Health, Kroger, Wakefern, Hy-Vee, Ulta Beauty, Dollar General, Meijer, Mondelēz, Gallo, Kenvue, Procter & Gamble, and NielsenIQ.
Highlights from the 2025 People Who Made a Difference celebration.
Help us celebrate the People Who Make a Difference and recognize the leaders shaping the future of retail. If you know someone whose accomplishments, leadership, and impact deserve recognition, we encourage you to submit a nomination using the form below.