Brewer, the former chief operating officer of
"WBA is a world-class and trusted organization whose purpose I deeply admire," Brewer said. "The healthcare industry is constantly evolving and I am excited to work alongside the entire WBA team as we deliver further innovation and positively impact the lives of millions of people around the world every day."
Prior to joining
"She is a distinguished and experienced executive who has led organizations globally through periods of changing consumer behavior by applying innovation that elevates customer experiences -- ultimately driving significant and sustainable growth and value creation," Pessina said.
Pessina, who served as CEO of the company since Walgreens and Alliance Boots merged in 2014, will replace
In July, Walgreens laid off 4,000 employees after recording a loss of nearly
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