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Ryan Burns

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Sr. Director, Federal Government Affairs - AI, Competition, and Technology at Walmart
📍 Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Ryan Burns leads AI and Technology for Walmarts Federal Government Affairs team in Washington, D. C. A strategic advisor and corporate lobbyist, he navigates complex issues at the intersection of business and government. He holds an MBA from the University of Virginias Darden School of Business.

Outside of work, Ryan is an avid runner and a musician. Growing up in a military family, he is deeply influenced by his faith, which he integrates into his professional life. He is married and has previously lived in Dallas, TX.

Unique fact: In addition to his corporate and political work, Ryan has served as a part-time worship leader at his church.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Sr. Director, Federal Government Affairs - AI, Competition, and Technology
Job Level
Senior
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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AI & Tech Policy
His current role involves leading Walmart's federal government affairs strategy for artificial intelligence, competition, and technology.
Retail Media
He recently served as the Head of Strategy for Sam’s Club Member Access Platform (MAP), a premier retail media network.
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Career

Work history

6-2025
Sr. Director, Federal Government Affairs - AI, Competition, and Technology
Walmart
3-2024 - 8-2024
Acting Head of Sales
Sam’s Club Member Access Platform (MAP)
1-2024 - 6-2025
Head of Strategy
Sam’s Club Member Access Platform (MAP)
10-2021 - 12-2023
Director, Federal Government Affairs
Walmart
5-2020 - 10-2021
Sr. Manager, Federal Government Affairs
Walmart
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Education
2021 - 2023
Master of Business Administration - MBA
University of Virginia Darden School of Business
2015 - 2016
Theology
Reformed Theological Seminary
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