| Samuel Robson Walton | |
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| Born | 1945 Tulsa, Oklahoma |
| Occupation | Chairman, Wal-Mart |
| Net worth | $19.2 billion USD Forbes 400 |
| Political party | Republican |
Samuel Robson (Rob) Walton (born 1945 in Tulsa, Oklahoma) is the eldest son of Sam Walton, founder of Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer. He is currently Chairman of the worldwide company. According to Forbes, his net worth is $19.2 billion as of 2008.
Rob attended The College of Wooster and graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1966 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He received a juris doctor degree in 1969 from the Columbia University School of Law in New York City. Rob is also a Trustee at The College of Wooster.
After graduation, Rob Walton became a member of the law firm that represented Wal-Mart until his father's death. Rob Walton was named Chairman of the Board of Directors of Wal-Mart on April 7, 1992, two days after his father's death, and still maintains that title.
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   | Official Wal-Mart biography - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - Investors |
| | S. Robson Walton's campaign contributions - NEWSMEAT ▷ S Robson Walton's Federal Campaign Contribution Report |
| | Genealogy of the Walton family - Surnames Index Page |
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