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Sam Walton

Founder, Walmart

1918–1992

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In Their Own Words

“There is only one boss — the customer.”
— Sam Walton

Areas of Expertise

retail frugality scaling customer obsession competition

Key Achievements

Built Walmart into the world's largest retailer
Opened the first Walmart in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas
Became the richest person in America by the late 1980s
Pioneered supply chain innovation and everyday low pricing

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