Neil Saunders

Neil Saunders

Managing Director

GlobalData


Neil is Managing Director of GlobalData’s retail division.

In this role he oversees the development of the company’s proposition and its research output. He also works with major clients to help them understand the retail, shopper and market landscape – advising them on how best to develop, evolve and implement business strategies.

Prior to GlobalData, Neil founded the retail research firm Conlumino which was subsequently acquired by GlobalData. And prior to that Neil worked for the John Lewis Partnership where he was involved, among other things, in the planning and relocation of new stores, the development of the ecommerce business, and the creation of technical and information systems.

Neil lives in Scottsdale, Arizona and Maui, Hawaiʻi.

Speaking in:

Friday Jan 8

3:00am - 3:30am

Monday Jan 11

3:15pm - 3:45pm

Leading Through Reinvention: The Victoria's Secret Transformation

Victoria's Secret & Co. is one of the most recognizable names in retail, but sustaining relevance requires continually evolving with the customer. Since becoming CEO, Hillary Super has focused on strengthening Victoria's Secret, reigniting PINK, and deepening customer connection across the portfolio. In this conversation, she'll share how culture, talent, community, and a relentless focus on the customer are helping power the company's next phase of growth. From building high-performing teams to balancing what customers love with what needs to evolve, Hillary will discuss the leadership principles shaping the company's transformation.