Sam Walton
Sam Walton was an American businessman and entrepreneur best known for founding Walmart, the world's largest retailer. Born on March 29, 1918, in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Walton opened the first Walmart Discount City store in 1962 in Bentonville, Arkansas, pioneering a model of retail that focused on low prices and customer satisfaction. His innovative approach to business and commitment to efficiency enabled Walmart to expand rapidly, becoming a household name and a global leader in the retail industry. Walton's vision transformed the shopping experience for millions and laid the groundwork for what would become an international retail giant.
Born on Mar 29, 1918 (107 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serbia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 8,737,371 | 3,297 | $55,000 | 21$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 63,438 | $280,000 | 80$ |
| Ghana | 1 | 8.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 38,173 | $67,000 | 82$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 504 | $31,000 | 12$ |
| Totals | 4 | 262,029,186 | 105,412 | $433,000 | 195$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Estonia:
Sam Walton is the founder of Walmart.
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Serbia:
Sam Walton is the founder of Walmart and Alice Walton's father.
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Ghana:
Sam Walton is the founder of Walmart and the father of Alice Walton.
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Pakistan:
Sam Walton is the founder of Walmart and the father of Alice Walton.
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Serbia:
Sam Walton's heirs are mentioned as investors in Theranos.
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Liechtenstein:
Sam Walton is the founder of Walmart and the father of Alice Walton.
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Peru:
Sam Walton founded the first Walmart store in 1962 in Bentonville, Arkansas.
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