Tom Burkemper

Tom Burkemper is a results-driven executive with extensive P&L and multi-industry leadership experience across retail, manufacturing, and wholesale/distributor sectors. He has direct experience in major convenience, drug, and grocery retail organizations, as well as in CPG, beverage, pharmaceuticals, and industrial products in the manufacturing and wholesale/distributor space.

Tom has a proven track record of driving business performance through diverse, cross-functional roles and within matrix environments. He excels in strategic joint business planning, category management, retailing, new product development, and marketing innovation. Tom is recognized as an industry leader and a sought-after presenter in collaborative business planning.

His areas of expertise include P&L ownership, retail merchandising, category management, consumer/shopper insights, trade and shopper marketing, brand management, and new product development. Additionally, Tom is experienced in strategic planning, partnerships, marketing analytics, international business, and board leadership. He is also skilled in team development, education, and entrepreneurship in various business models.

Tom Burkemper holds degrees from prestigious institutions, including a PhD. in Sociology from the University of Notre Dame, Executive Education in Strategic Marketing Management from Harvard University School of Business, and an MBA in Marketing & Finance from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, among others.

Throughout his career, Tom has held key positions in renowned organizations such as Save A Lot, Walgreens, 7-Eleven, Anheuser-Busch InBev, Bayer AG, and other leading companies, where he contributed significantly to merchandising, marketing, sales, and category management.

In summary, Tom Burkemper is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience in driving business growth and leading high-performing teams in various industries, making him a valuable asset in complex and dynamic business environments.