Walton foundation names new director

Kyle Peterson has been named executive director of the Walton Family Foundation.

Peterson will replace Buddy Philpot, who announced earlier this year he would retire after 15 years as executive director and move to a role with Walton Enterprises. Peterson will become the third person to hold the executive director position when he begins work with the foundation this fall.

Peterson is currently a managing partner and board member of nonprofit consulting firm FSG, formerly Foundation Strategy Group. The Walton Family Foundation said he brings 25 years of experience to the foundation, directing strategy and program design with some of the world’s leading organizations.

“Kyle is an innovative, entrepreneurial and idea-driven executive who will lead the foundation as we continue to focus on addressing important social issues through our philanthropy,” said Carrie Walton Penner, chairman of the foundation’s board of directors.

— Robbie Neiswanger

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