Adam Townsend

Adam Townsend currently serves as the VP & Chief Financial Officer at Walmart since December 2024. Previously, Adam held the position of Chief Financial Officer & Head of HR Operations at VIZIO, where responsibilities included establishing KPIs and leading M&A processes, resulting in substantial revenue and headcount growth. Adam oversaw a successful NYSE IPO process at VIZIO, achieving a $4 billion valuation. At Showtime Networks Inc., Adam operated as EVP, CFO & Strategy, managing a division generating $2 billion in revenue. Prior experience at CBS Corporation involved roles in Corporate Finance/Treasury and Investor Relations, including leading a high-profile IPO process. Adam began a career at E*TRADE FINANCIAL, focusing on global expansion and market strategy. Adam earned a Bachelor of Science degree from UCLA.