Author Takes on a New Challenge

jamicarpenter — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 20:31:08 +0000

From stock boy to senior vice president to “semi-retirement,” Walmart Inside Out author Loveless is back on the job – bringing his experience and expertise to the leading global health movement program. Congratulations!

Former Walmart Executive, Ronald L. Loveless, Joins U.S. Preventive Medicine as Vice Chairman

PRNewswire – U.S. Preventive Medicine, Inc., the leader in prevention, has announced the appointment of Ronald L. Loveless as Vice Chairman. He will serve alongside Vice Chairman Ron Loeppke, M.D., MPH, FACOEM, FACPM, who joined the company in 2008 to direct product innovation, research, and clinical standards. Loveless, a retired executive of the world’s largest retailer, Walmart Stores, Inc. and first CEO of Sam’s Club, will play a key role in guiding the growth of U.S. Preventive Medicine in the U.S., as well as international markets.

Loveless’ extensive business experience includes serving as the first CEO of Sam’s Club. He was instrumental in leading the wholesale club to achieve more than $1.5 billion in sales with 30 business units in just three years of operation. Previously, he served in numerous roles at Walmart, including Regional Vice-President, Assistant to Sam Walton and General Merchandise Manager. In these roles, Loveless worked on a number of special projects, including the design of a new upgraded store prototype and a nationwide buyer’s training program. He went on to supervise more than 100 buyers and division merchandisers for the hardlines merchandising categories.

“Ron’s expertise in helping to build what became the world’s largest company will be instrumental in guiding U.S. Preventive Medicine through the high growth phase of our company in the coming years. His professional approach, contacts and merchandising knowledge will help lead our company to unparalleled opportunities across the U.S. and internationally. We could not have a better person in our leadership group,” said Christopher Fey, Chairman and CEO of U.S. Preventive Medicine.

Loveless was recognized as a key executive in the growth of Walmart by the company’s founder, Sam Walton, in his biography, “Made in America.” Since his retirement from Walmart, Loveless has served as a consultant to retail and consumer products ventures in the U.S., Canada and Middle East, and special projects with Walmart. Additionally, he has served on numerous advisory boards for startup entities. Loveless recently released a memoir of his career at Walmart, entitled, “Walmart Inside Out” available on Amazon.com and select stores.

Walmart author all smiles!

carolynhayesuber — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 20:04:17 +0000

There’s nothing more rewarding than holding your book for the first time. Walmart Inside Out author Ron Loveless beams like a proud papa!

Climbing the ladder of success

carolynhayesuber — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:27:31 +0000

Summertime brings summer jobs for teens, often entry-level part time work that fills the time before going off to college. But what if the “meaningless” low-level job could be the first rung on the ladder to a wonderful career? Ron Loveless, author of Walmart Inside Out, tells the story of his experience starting out as a stockboy in the warehouse and working his way to the front office of one of the largest corporations in America. With humor and humility, Loveless reminds readers that no job is too small or too insignificant.

courtesy of aloshbennett 2007

Back to the Beginning

staceyfott — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 00:07:23 +0000

Original store roadside sign. Note price of gas at 58 cents.

Food, clothes, electronics and more can be found in a typical Walmart. But there was time when Walmart was a small shop in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas. Today, Sam Walton’s original variety store – Walton’s 5-10 – serves as a Visitor Center.

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