Andy Person

Andy Person is a seasoned consumer/retail general management executive with extensive leadership experience in fast-paced and high-growth environments.

Throughout Andy's career, he has showcased a proven track record in identifying risks and opportunities, crafting strategies, fostering team growth, and managing day-to-day operations to drive successful outcomes amidst uncertainty.

His professional expertise spans various functions acquired from his tenure in both established enterprises and early-stage companies facing significant organizational transformations.

Possessing a diverse skill set, Andy has honed competencies in executive and board management, financial and operational strategy, product development and merchandising, retail, e-commerce, and wholesale operations, performance marketing, brand management, customer experience, technology, legal affairs, human resources, and logistics.

Educationally, Andy pursued an MBA specializing in General Management from Columbia Business School, a BS in Finance with Honors from Indiana University Bloomington, and studies in Politics and Architecture at UCL.

Andy's professional journey includes notable roles such as President and GM of North America at CASETiFY, Board Member at BABOON TO THE MOON where he also held the positions of CEO and Co-Founder, COO and CFO at Opening Ceremony, Executive Director in Corporate Development and New Business Ventures at Urban Outfitters, and various leadership roles at VF Corporation focusing on mergers and acquisitions, global category management, and strategic advisory.

Furthermore, Andy has contributed his expertise as an Investor at Flocabulary, Board Observer at Clintrak Clinical Labeling Services, LLC, Private Equity Associate at Bear Stearns Companies, and Investment Banking Analyst at the same institution.