Ryan Burns is Head of Strategy for Sam’s Club’s Member Access Platform (MAP), a premier retail media network committed to delivering exceptional advertising experiences for Sam’s Club members. In this role, he is responsible for shaping MAP's long-term vision and guiding its strategic direction. He is a seasoned corporate advisor with a passion for leading people, serving customers, and driving innovation in the retail industry.

Before joining MAP, Ryan held several key positions in Walmart, where he represented the company on critical issues before the U.S. Congress and advised it on strategic acquisitions. He is a dynamic speaker whose thought leadership is highly regarded for its practicality and relevance in navigating the rapidly evolving retail media landscape.

Ryan holds an MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Covenant College.