Garrett Thrift

Garrett Thrift is an experienced crisis management professional currently serving as Crisis Lead at Walmart since February 2020, where responsibilities include leading a ten-member team in the Emergency Operations Center, managing high-priority incidents, and providing guidance during crises. Prior roles include Crisis Manager at Walmart, where Garrett managed crisis events and ensured compliance with company standards, and Duty Officer at the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management, handling reports on public threats and natural disasters. Garrett also has experience in maintenance with Springdale Public Schools, a summer internship at the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management, and a background in retail as a Sales Associate at Gellco Outdoors. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management and an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from Arkansas Tech University.