Financial Literacy for All (FL4A), a national initiative dedicated to advancing financial education and economic opportunity for all, today announced that Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines, will assume the role of Co-Chair, succeeding Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart, who has served in the role since the initiative’s launch.

Bastian will join the initiative’s leadership at a pivotal moment as FL4A continues to expand its reach and deepen collaboration across the public and private sectors to improve financial capability for individuals and families nationwide.

“Ed Bastian is a respected business leader who understands the importance of investing in people and communities,” said John Hope Bryant, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE. “He has been at the forefront of investing in improved outcomes for his team members and the communities he operates in, making him an ideal leader to help guide Financial Literacy for All into its next chapter.”

As CEO of Delta Air Lines, Bastian has championed inclusive economic growth, workforce investment, and corporate citizenship. Under his leadership, Delta has been widely recognized for its focus on employee wellbeing, sustainability, and community engagement.

“Financial literacy is foundational to opportunity and long-term success,” said Bastian. “I’m honored to join Financial Literacy for All and to work alongside partners across sectors to help equip people with the tools and knowledge they need to build a more secure future.”