CEO Robert Niblock

Wal-Mart joined with a large union and a liberal think tank on Tuesday to endorse the idea of an employer mandate in health care reform, setting the major retailer apart from most other businesses. The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) hosted its semi-annual Board of Directors meeting this week in Washington DC. Robert A. Niblock, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Lowe's Companies, Inc. also serves as Chairman of the RILA Board of Directors. RILA opposes legislation that would mandate coverage for specific health benefits, force employers to provide a specific level of coverage, or that would otherwise result in increased costs to retailers. Read ... Read Full Story

AppState put out a short article about Mr Niblock's speach at the CEO lecture series.  Sounds like Niblock focused on a CEO's sense of integrity and leadership potential.  Here is an exerpt of the appstate.edu article BOONE—It’s up to the next generation of business leaders to restore the public’s faith in corporate America, said Lowe’s Companies chairman and CEO Robert Niblock. Speaking to students and guests at the Harlan E. Boyles Distinguished CEO Lecture Series at Appalachian State University, Niblock said the characteristic of integrity has always been and will continue to be important to successful business leaders. “When you look at the avalanche ... Read Full Story

Forbes published Niblock's yealy compensation at $5.5 million (USD). Not bad! Robert A Niblock's Compensation Vs. Retailing Medians Salary   $0.85 mil     $1.02 mil Bonus $2.55 mil $1.24 mil Other $0.35 mil $0.73 mil Stock Gains $1.74 mil $0.00 mil   Total Compensation $5.50 mil   $4.25 mil Read Full Story

I am appalled by Mr. Niblock's refusal to answer my letters regarding a sizable purchase I made of three roofing installations which turned out to be a nightmare.  And the matter has still not been resolved, despite all of my phone calls to Lowes Customer Service, and letters to Mr. Niblock.  A Lowes installer did not install Owens Corning architectural shingles and venting materials which I purchased from Lowes according to industry standards.  As a result of the installer's sloppy and substandard workmanship, I now have mold and mildew in my home which is a serious hazard to my health, in addition to water damage to ... Read Full Story

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