Rob Wilson is a well-established negotiation expert. He is an experienced negotiation advisor, speaker, and the founder of Wilson Negotiation Group. Rob has extensive time at the negotiation table and has shared learnings with thousands of business professionals around the world on how to negotiate more effectively.

With over 25 years of experience working across fortune 100 & 500 companies, Wilson Negotiation Group has curated the most impactful, CPG-specific negotiation training services.

Originally from Dallas, TX, Rob relocated to Northwest Arkansas in 2015 to work for Walmart Stores, Inc., where he led domestic and international negotiation efforts. At Walmart, Rob led an internal negotiation strategies team, implementing customized training programs to educate all Walmart executives, and merchants. Rob has taught over 1,500 Walmart merchants, as well as associates in merchandise operations, marketing, supply chain, corporate tax, real estate, e-commerce, and private brand and sourcing. Rob and his team orchestrated strategies for large-scale merchant negotiations, resulting in over 1 billion dollars in cost reductions and savings.

Prior to Walmart, Rob was a highly sought-after and utilized consultant with a global negotiation consultancy, where he consulted a trained merchants for major retailers such as: Home Depot, CVS, Family Dollar, Dollar Tree, Staples, Kroger, Target, Academy Sports, Food Lion, PetSmart, Dollar General, Walgreens, RaceTrack, Michaels Stores, Sam’s Club, BJ Wholesale, Charming Charlies, Walmart US, Mexico, Chile, China, Canada and many others.

The culmination of Rob’s extensive background and experiences makes him a valued asset with suppliers negotiating with retailers. Rob is known for his practical approach and real-life negotiation experience, which sets him apart from other negotiation training and consulting organizations. His strength lies in strategically vital negotiations, where he collaborates with clients to maximize value for all parties involved.

Consistently, Rob's clients express unanimous praise for his exceptional skill in engaging, inspiring, and educating audiences, ultimately leading to remarkable financial outcomes for their companies.

Michelle Knight brings her extensive experience in HR, Leadership Development, and Talent Management to WNG.  Serving as a catalyst for personal and professional transformation, as an executive coach and consultant, Michelle enables individuals to unlock their full potential and achieve greater success and fulfillment in their professional endeavors.

Previous experience includes serving as Vice President, Talent Management for the International Division at Walmart. In this role, Michelle led the Talent Management and Executive Development function working across 27 countries in the areas of Executive Coaching, Succession, and Senior Leader Development. Prior to this role, Michelle led a team of approximately 300 associates responsible for Talent Selection and Acquisition, Succession Management, Curriculum Development and Facilitation for Walmart U.S., supporting Merchandising, Retail Operations, Real Estate and Health & Wellness. 

Before joining Walmart, Michelle worked in a number of industries and was responsible for Leadership, Learning and Organizational Effectiveness designing, implementing, and improving executive and leadership coaching and development initiatives for all levels of employees. 

Michelle served 21 years in the U.S. Military specializing in Leadership Development and Global Communications. Michelle holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Hawaii and a Master of Science Degree in Management & HR from the University of Central Texas.

Jennifer possesses a distinguished academic background, having graduated from McNeese State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education. Her journey in education commenced from an early age, fueled by a fervent passion for fostering learning in diverse educational environments. Jennifer holds steadfast to the belief that learning is a lifelong pursuit for all individuals.

Jennifer currently serves as the Director of Sales at Wilson Negotiation Group where she utilizes her expertise to facilitate tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Jennifer dedicates her leisure time to participating in marathons, ultramarathons, and Ironman competitions, showcasing her dedication to personal challenge and achievement.

Josie recently graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with an emphasis in Advertising and Public Relations. 

Her strong suit is working collaboratively to create unique solutions that accelerate the company’s brand identity. Josie values the combination of creativity with strategic thinking and leverages both  empathy and enthusiasm into every initiative she leads. 

Aside from her responsibilities at WNG, Josie holds a leadership role at Fellowship Bible Church, where she actively engages in counseling and mentoring high school girls.

Scott has over 25 years of experience in retail, consumables, health and wellness, merchandising, customer experience and business development. Scott is currently the President of North America at Jack Links. 

He previously served as EVP of Consumables and Health & Wellness at Walmart, where he was responsible for merchandising strategies in areas such as beauty and personal care, pets, household paper and chemicals, baby, over-the-counter, pharmacy and optical. Scott also served as EVP of Merchandising for Walmart U.S. and oversaw merchandising execution, replenishment, store layout, supplier diversity, planning, pricing, modular development and joint business planning.

Scott currently serves on the Board of Directors for Pet IQ, Snaxsational and BCS America. He previously served on the Board of Directors for Ranir Holdings and Shyn. He also serves on the Board of Advisors for Harry’s and Jacks Links Beef Jerky.

Scott holds a BS in Marketing from Missouri State University.