Jo Pester

Jo Pester is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and operations within various sectors, currently serving as a Project Manager at Circana since January 2024. Prior to this role, Jo held the position of Head of Operations at First Days Children's Charity from October 2021 to May 2023, where operations were streamlined to meet the needs of Wokingham Borough families. Jo also contributed as a Strategy Consultant and Project Manager for First Days, focusing on operational transformation and sustainable business planning. At Waitrose & Partners, between January 2011 and July 2021, Jo excelled in various roles, including Process Improvement Manager and Category Analysis Project Manager, achieving significant advancements in product launch efficiency and revenue generation. Jo's career began at John Lewis, where multiple roles were undertaken, culminating in project management under the Development Director. Jo holds a BSc in Economics, Data Processing, and System Design from Cardiff University.