Lee Scott (businessman)
| Lee Scott | |
|---|---|
| Born | Harold Lee Scott, Jr. 1949 Baxter Springs, Kansas |
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater | Pittsburg State University (B.S.) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Employer | Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. |
| Salary | US$1,400,000 (2007) Total: US$31,597,400 (2007)[1] |
| Predecessor | David Glass |
| Successor | Mike Duke |
| Board member of | Wal-Mart |
| Spouse(s) | Linda Scott |
| Children | 2 |
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 Wal-Mart 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 Wal-Mart since 1999, and served as chairman of the executive committee of the retailer's board of directors.[2]
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.
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| Preceded by | President of Wal-Mart 2000–2009 |
Succeeded by Mike Duke |
