Jessica Knopp-Gwynne

About

With a robust educational background from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, University of Cambridge, and Colby College, this accomplished professional has carved a distinguished career in business leadership and strategic management. Currently serving as an Independent Board Director for Another Tomorrow and Winston Flowers, they bring extensive experience in governance and strategic decision-making. As an Operating Partner and Advisor at Stagshorn Ventures, they provide pivotal guidance to consumer and healthcare sectors. Previously, they led Chewy's Autoship Subscription Business Unit, generating $800M in new revenue. Their entrepreneurial spirit is evident from founding Brand Compass LLC and leading depict Inc. to significant sales milestones. With a history of impactful roles at Procter & Gamble, including overseeing a $3B P&L in Women's Health, they have consistently driven growth and innovation across various industries.

Experience

• Independent Board Director · Another Tomorrow01-01-2024

  Serving as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.

• Independent Board Director · Winston Flowers01-01-2022

  Serving as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.

• Operating Partner and Advisor · Stagshorn Ventures01-01-2021

  Provide operational guidance and leadership to companies as an interim executive, board member and advisor. Work with PE firms in conducting due diligence on deals in the consumer and healthcare sectors. Focus areas include freelance operating partner to PE firms providing commercial due diligence for consumer products and services companies, advising Venture and PE-backed consumer companies in Beauty, Personal Care, Pet, Health and Omnichannel retail on pathway to profitability and growth strategy.

• General Manager · Chewy01-01-2019 – 01-01-2021

  Appointed to lead a $4B P&L and team of 30+ matrix and direct reports for the Autoship Subscription Business Unit. Delivered $800M in new revenue by creating a more intuitive UX and driving upsell via personalized product recommendations. Developed a company-wide strategic plan focused on step changing revenue and EBIDTA through initiatives including the launch of new services, an improved digital consumer experience, and a high value loyalty program.

• President and Board Member · depict Inc.01-01-2015 – 01-01-2018

  Launched an innovative platform rooted in blockchain technology for subscription-based digital media streaming and display. Led all business strategy and revenue-generating activities. Successfully delivered $3M in year 1 sales via a go-to-market plan focused on strategic retail distribution, live activations, partnership events and performance marketing.

• Interim Roles · Various01-01-2003 – 12-01-2014

  Held various interim roles including President at Fashion Project LLC (2012-2014), an early stage re-commerce company that was acquired. Took a career break for family leave (2008-2011). Served as Chief Executive Officer at Global Art Compass (2005-2007), an investment platform.

• Founder & CEO · Brand Compass LLC01-01-2003 – 01-01-2005

  Established and exited a $20M MarTech company that leveraged multivariate data to develop and improve target customer segmentation and acquisition. Worked with clients in beauty, personal care, fashion and food/beverage.

• Chief Commercial Officer · FEI Women's Health01-01-2003 – 01-01-2005

  Served as interim chief commercial officer for a $35M PE-backed women's health company turnaround. Revamped all go-to-market activities aimed at both doctors and consumers to restore business to a growth trajectory. Acquired by Barr Pharmaceuticals in 2005.

• Marketing Director / General Manager · Procter & Gamble01-01-1990 – 01-01-2002

  Member of the global leadership team holding progressive roles across multiple business units including Femcare, Beauty, Cleaning Products and Food & Beverage. As General Manager - FemCare, promoted to oversee $3B P&L in Women's Health business and delivered 30% revenue growth. Led global innovation program that identified a new consumer segmentation model which ultimately identified a new $1B brand opportunity. As Marketing Director - Tampax EMEA, led a team of 60 cross-functional personnel in the $1.8B post-acquisition integration of Tambrands for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As Marketing Manager - Eastern Europe, led $300M Beauty and Hair Care P&L in 24 countries and drove 10%+ profit increase in mature market. As Brand Manager - US, worked on Sunny Delight.

Education

• University of Virginia Darden School of BusinessMaster of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing and General Management
• University of CambridgeMaster of Arts - MFA, Master of Fine and Decorative Art
• Colby CollegeBachelor of Arts - BA, Economics and Mathematics

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