Walmart

BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- As part of its activities to recognize the contributions of African Americans to society during Black History Month, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is hosting a media series called "In the Company of Greatness," which is illustrated by the life and success of Christopher Gardner, the inspiration for Will Smith's character in "The Pursuit of Happyness."

NEW YORK -- With a speaker lineup that includes top retailers, suppliers, and Latino market experts, the third annual Hispanic Retail 360 Summit, set for Aug. 1-3, 2007, at the Westin Park Central Hotel in Dallas, will explore how retailers can maximize their response to the growing Latino consumer market in the U.S.