Laura Stone

Laura Stone, MBA, has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several companies and roles. Laura currently holds the position of Vice President of Commercial Finance at Circana, starting in 2022. Prior to this, Laura worked at Groupon, where they served as the Commercial Finance Sr. Director from 2018 to 2022, and as the Director - Global G&A from 2015 to 2018.

Before their time at Groupon, Laura had a long tenure at Target, starting in 2005. During their time there, they held various leadership positions, including Sr. Group Manager, Accounting and Control from 2014 to 2015, Group Manager, Stores Expense Management from 2012 to 2014, Group Manager, Merchandise Finance from 2010 to 2012, Manager of Analytics, Capital Finance from 2008 to 2010, and Lead Financial Analyst, Merchandise Finance from 2007 to 2008. Laura also started their career at Target as a Lead Financial Analyst/Senior Financial Analyst at Target.com from 2005 to 2007.

Laura's work experience extends beyond the retail industry as well. Laura worked at Advocate Health Care as a Financial Analyst Intern in 2004, where they audited pharmaceutical pricing structures and assessed nationwide charity care programs. Additionally, they gained experience at Allstate, where they held several roles, including Staff Financial Analyst, Midwest Region Controller Office from 2001 to 2003, and Senior Financial Analyst/Financial Analyst, Midwest Region Controller Office from 1998 to 2001.

Overall, Laura Stone, MBA, brings a wealth of experience in finance and leadership roles, with a strong track record of driving financial performance, providing decision support, and leading teams.

Laura Stone, MBA earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Finance and Corporate Strategy from the University of Michigan in 2005. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Science, specializing in Finance and English, at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 1993 to 1998.