Lee Scott (businessman)

Harold Lee Scott Jr. is an American businessman who served as the third chief executive officer of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., from January 2000 to January 2009. Scott joined Walmart in 1979 and under his leadership, the company retained its position as the largest retailer in the world based on revenue, although the company faced growing criticism during his tenure for its environmental footprint, labor practices, and economic impact. Scott has been a board member of Walmart since 1999, and served as chairman of the executive committee of the retailer's board of directors.[1]

Lee Scott
Born	Harold Lee Scott Jr. March 14, 1949 Baxter Springs, Kansas United States
Nationality	United States
Alma mater	Pittsburg State University (BS)
Occupation	Businessman
Employer	Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Predecessor	David Glass
Successor	Mike Duke
Board member of	Wal-Mart

Scott was born and raised in Baxter Springs, Kansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Pittsburg State University. He is married to Linda G. Scott and has two children. Scott was named to the Time magazine list of the hundred "most influential people" in both 2004 and 2005.

References

1. "Board of Directors". Wal-Mart. Retrieved February 16, 2011.

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