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There is now a CONTENT FREEZE for Mercury while we switch to a new platform. It began on Friday, March 10 at 6pm and will end on Wednesday, March 15 at noon. No new content can be created during this time, but all material in the system as of the beginning of the freeze will be migrated to the new platform, including users and groups. Functionally the new site is identical to the old one. webteam@gatech.edu
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Michael T. Duke is the former president and chief executive officer of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. As a Distinguished Executive in Residence at Scheller College of Business, he works with the Dean of the College, Maryam Alavi, on strategic initiatives and strengthening partnerships with the local and national business communities. During his five-year tenure as CEO, Duke helped Walmart navigate a period of economic, social and technological change while delivering strong financial results. Duke joined Walmart in 1995, and over his 19 years with the company led the logistics, distribution and administration divisions as well as Walmart U.S. In 2005, he was appointed to vice chairman with responsibility for Walmart International.
