Harold Lee Scott, Jr. (b.1949) is a former CEO of Walmart Stores, the American retailing company.
Born and raised in Baxter Springs, Kansas, Scott graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Pittsburg State University.
Scott worked closely with Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart Stores, since joining Walmart in 1979. Scott served as the third chief executive officer of Walmart Stores from January 2000 to January 2009. Under his leadership, Walmart positioned itself as the largest retailer in the world based on revenue. At the same time, Walmart confronted mounting censure of the sustainability of its labor, business, and environmental practices.
After retirement as CEO, Scott continued to serve on Walmart’s board of directors until 2014.
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