Vatsala Misra

Vatsala Misra is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in operations, strategy, and customer experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as Senior Director of the Global Deal Desk at LinkedIn since June 2018, Vatsala leads a scale-focused operations team to enhance deal strategies and processes. Previously, roles at LinkedIn included Director of Business Operations and Senior Manager of Central Operations, where Vatsala spearheaded transformation initiatives and improved customer experience. Prior to LinkedIn, Vatsala held significant positions at Gap Inc., driving innovation and omnichannel strategies for the brand portfolio, and served as VP of IRI Consulting & Analytics. Earlier experience includes strategic consulting at McKinsey & Company and KSA Technopak, focusing on growth and profitability in the retail sector. Vatsala holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a degree from the University of Mumbai.