<p>Dan Bartlett has joined Walmart as the Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs, effective last June.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Most recently, he was President and CEO of the U. S. arm of Hill+Knowlton Strategies, a global business advisory firm serving corporations, non-profits and associations in 52 countries. Before that he was a senior counselor to President George W. Bush. In this role he was responsible for all aspects of the president's strategic communications planning, formulation of policy and implementation of the president's agenda, according to a release. <img src="https://cdn.andnowuknow.com/legacyWriterImages/bartlett-walmart-may23-2013-banner2.jpg" alt="IMAGES - MAY 24 2013" /> "Corporate Affairs plays a strong role in helping us meet our business objectives at Walmart," said Mike Duke. "The team also helps us step up to the broader role we can play in meeting some of the biggest social challenges in the world today – issues like fighting hunger, job creation, sustainability, women's economic empowerment and the availability of healthier food."<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">In his new role, Bartlett will report to President and CEO Mike Duke. His responsibilities will involve oversight of external communications, government relations and sustainability. He will also oversee the Walmart Foundation.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">"Growing up in a small Texas town, I've seen first-hand the opportunity Walmart provides and the positive impact it can have on local communities," said Bartlett. "Now Walmart is in a unique position to make a difference in the lives of millions of people around the world. I am honored and excited to be part of that."<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Congratulations, Dan, on the new position!<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href=" http://www.walmart.com/">Walmart</a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
