Executive leadership is the ability of those who manage employees within an organization to influence and guide individuals to get their best performance. The content featured in this category provides valuable insights for executive leaders on how they can manage their teams better and meet organizational goals.
When was the last time you did something creative? In the world of business and retail, “creative” isn’t necessarily the first word that comes to mind when describing what makes a successful leader. Oftentimes we assume there isn’t room for creativity when there are so many other demands put on our plate. Victoria Lozano, chief...
A panel of powerhouse C-suite executives took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Seattle event this past fall. Speakers included Alison Francis, chief diversity officer, Costco; Kate Ridley, chief brand officer, Stanley 1913; Tanvi Patel, vice president and general manager, Amazon Pharmacy, Amazon.com; Erin Wendte, chief commercial officer, Zumiez; and...
Mary Beth Laughton, president and CEO, REI, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Seattle event this past fall. She was interviewed by Melissa Campanelli, co-founder, Women in Retail Leadership Circle. Laughton and Campanelli had an inspiring conversation about purpose-driven leadership in today’s evolving retail landscape. Drawing from her experience...
A panel of powerhouse C-suite executives took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Speakers included Emma Mcilroy, CEO, Wildfang; Mary van Praag, CEO and board member, Milani Cosmetics; Meera Bhatia, brand president and COO, Fabletics; Mimi Swain, chief commercial officer, Ring and Blink, Amazon.com;...
Susie Kuhn, president, Active Group, Wolverine Worldwide, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Kuhn spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations sharing leadership insights. In just 15 minutes, she discussed her experiences leading across cultures, channels, and change as well...
Misti Blasko, CEO, ABLE, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Blasko spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations sharing leadership insights. In just 15 minutes, she discussed leading with purpose throughout her career as well as shared key takeaways for...
A panel of rising retail and brand leaders took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Speakers included Erin Herrera, senior global director of sales, SCOUT Bags; Josefina Aguayo, director, diversity, inclusion and belonging, eBay, Inc.; Jessica Street, senior director, digital marketing and e-commerce performance,...
Cindy Solomon, founder, CEO and president, Courageous Leadership Institute, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. In an era defined by disruption, notably shifting global trade policies, unpredictable tariffs, supply chain volatility, and economic instability, leadership demands strategic clarity and unwavering courage. This keynote...
A panel of powerhouse executives took the stage at the Women in Retail On the Road: New York City event this past fall. Speakers included Kecia Caffie, president, Zales, Signet Jewelers; Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO and president, J.Jill; Michelle Peluso, CEO, board member, Revlon Group Holdings LLC; Adrienne Lazarus, former president, Madewell; and moderator Jill...
Meenakshi Lala, CEO of UrbanStems, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: New York City event, held Oct. 28. Lala spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations on leadership insights and inspiration. In just 15 minutes, Lala detailed how she empowers her teams at UrbanStems to exceed...
