The Retail AI Council is a retailer-led organization, dedicated to helping retailers embrace the transformative potential of AI. Our mission is to guide and empower retailers in navigating the disruptive landscape of AI technology, enabling them to stay ahead of the curve and unlock new opportunities for growth.

Today Retail AI Council is guided by an Executive Leadership Council (ELC) of retail industry veterans and visionaries.

ELC Chair
Andrew Laudato, Vitamin Shoppe, Chief Operating Officer

ELC Vice Chair
Jenna Posner, Solo Brands, Chief Digital Officer

Retailer ELC Members
Prama Bhatt, Ulta Beauty, Chief Digital Officer
Shirley Gao, PACSUN, Chief Digital and Information Officer
Jeff Goethals, Centric Brands, Chief Information Officer
David Kastin, Bed Bath & Beyond, Chief Legal Officer
Beth McKormick, CAVA, Chief Information Officer
Steve Williams, Buff City Soap, Chief Technology Officer

Industry Partner ELC Members
Vicki Cantrell, Vendors in Partnership, Chief Executive Officer
Dave Finnegan, Reach Partners, Head of Customer Experience Practice
Rob Garf, Salesforce, VP and GM, Retail
Cathy Hotka, Cathy Hotka & Associates, Principal

Please contact info@RetailAICouncil.com if you're interested in learning more.

Teams at Retail AI Council

Council and Membership Team