The Walton Family
The family behind Walmart, the world's largest retailer. Sam Walton's heirs collectively form one of the wealthiest families on Earth, controlling a retail empire that employs over two million people.
Retail Entrepreneur · b. 1918–1992
Founded Walmart in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas, pioneering a discount-retail model focused on small-town America that grew into the world's largest company by revenue.
Notable Works
- Walmart
- Sam's Club
- Walton Enterprises
Business Executive · b. 1944
Sam's eldest son, he served as chairman of Walmart from 1992 to 2015 and later led the ownership group that purchased the Denver Broncos.
Notable Works
- Walmart (chairman, 1992-2015)
- Denver Broncos (owner)
Business Executive, Banker · b. 1948
Sam's youngest son, he chairs Arvest Bank Group and sits on the Walmart board, continuing the family's dominance in Arkansas business.
Notable Works
- Arvest Bank Group (chairman)
- Walmart (board member)
Art Collector, Philanthropist · b. 1949
Sam's only daughter, she stepped away from retail operations to found Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, one of the most important art…
Notable Works
- Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
- Walton Family Foundation