Christina Hennington, executive vice president and chief growth officer at Target, has skyrocketed her career up the executive ladder at the retail organization. In this video, recorded at the 2023 National Retail Federation Big Show in New York City last month, she shares lessons she’s learned throughout her career, why she believes in the value of mentorship in professional development, and the advice she shares with her mentees.

“Get going and start, even if you don’t have all the answers. Be vulnerable, be open and allow others in to help you,” she advises.

Furthermore, Hennington details how she continues to innovate the customer experience at Target, as well as what she sees as the biggest challenges and opportunities this year for the Minneapolis-based retailer. Lastly, she shares Target’s strategy and the consumer trends shaping its growth plans in 2023 and beyond.