Meet Rob Walton
Meet Rob Walton
Rob Walton is a business leader, conservationist and owner of the Denver Broncos.
After serving as a partner at the law firm of Conner & Winters in Tulsa, Rob held several positions at Walmart, including senior vice president, corporate secretary, general counsel and vice chairman of the board, before serving as chairman from 1992 to 2015.
He helped take Walmart public in 1970 and his leadership and business acumen contributed to the company’s historic success. During his tenure as chairman, Walmart became a global company and rose to the top of the Fortune 500.
Advancing conservation
Through the Rob Walton Foundation, he supports efforts to promote nature conservation and a sustainable future. Rob serves on the board of Conservation International and is chair of the board of the African Parks Foundation of America.
Rob is a pilot, competitive driver and cyclist who has completed the Leadville 100, Cape Epic and multiple Ironman Championships. He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas and Columbia University School of Law, and he is an Emeritus Life Trustee at the College of Wooster.
Mission and vision
Why are we doing what we are doing? Read the mission and vision statements that guide the ASU Rob Walton School of Conservation Futures.