About us
Founded over a century ago in 1901, we have a rich and colorful history of continuous improvement and innovation at Walgreens. From inventing the world’s first chocolate malted milkshake to the creation of one of the most popular and sophisticated mobile applications in retail shopping today, we have transformed ourselves into a leader within the retail and drug industry.
Walgreens, one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, is included in the Retail Pharmacy USA Division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., a global leader in retail and wholesale pharmacy.
Impressive Size, Scale & Expertise
Walgreens Boots Alliance is a global leader in retail and wholesale pharmacy, with more than 21,000* stores in 11* countries as well as one of the largest global pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution networks, with over 425* distribution centers delivering to more than 250,000** pharmacies, doctors, health centers and hospitals each year in more than 20 countries. In addition, Walgreens Boots Alliance is one of the world’s largest purchasers of prescription drugs and many other health and well-being products.
The company’s size, scale, and expertise help us to expand the supply and address the rising cost of prescription drugs in the USA and worldwide.
* As of Aug. 31, 2020, including equity method investments
**For 12 months ended Aug. 31, 2020, including equity method investments.
Walgreens Boots Alliance at a glance
- Unmatched supply chain and procurement expertise, offering customers innovative solutions and optimal efficiencies
- A portfolio of retail and business brands, including Walgreens, Duane Reade, Boots and Alliance Healthcare, as well as global health and beauty product brands, such as No7, Botanics, Liz Earle and Soap & Glory
- A unique platform for growth in developed and emerging markets
Walgreens Here at Home
In the U.S., Walgreens is the neighborhood retailer that makes health and well-being within reach for everyone on a daily basis. We are 225,000 team members strong and one of the largest drugstore chains in the U.S., with more than 9,000 stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In fact, did you know there’s a Walgreens store located within five miles of approximately 78 percent of all Americans? And every day, we touch the lives of more than 8 million customers in our stores and online.
We’re also a trusted wellness provider that supplies customers, patients, and payers with everything from acute prescriptions and vaccinations to specialty pharmaceuticals and wellness services. And to our team members, Walgreens represents a unique opportunity to excel in their careers in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Walgreens in the Community
At Walgreens, we’re motivated to help all people feel better and live healthier every day. That belief extends beyond our warm, welcoming stores and state-of-the-art facilities and into the communities and neighborhoods we all call home. Each year, we’re proud to dedicate dollars, time, and staff to various outreach programs that revolve around access to health services and providing education.
Initiatives include providing free health screenings and using our electronic outdoor store signs for severe weather and missing child alerts, and meeting the critical health needs of people impacted by disasters big and small. Join us and find yourself at a place and point where innovation thrives, and good work on behalf of our company and communities is always greatly appreciated and rewarded.
Innovation
The inventors of the first malted
milkshake, we've been innovating for
over 100 years.
Corporate social responsibility
We live our values every day:
at our company and in
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community.
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