Owen Halligan

Owen Halligan has a diverse work experience in various roles, with their most recent position being the Director of Strategic Product at UNFI since February 2023. In this role, they have championed strategic product initiatives and fostered collaborative environments, utilizing AI and data analytics to enhance user experiences. Prior to this, they worked as a Sr. Product Manager at Patterson Companies, Inc., where they integrated customer data into AI/ML frameworks and cultivated enduring relationships with key clients. Additionally, they have experience as a Solution Lead and Marketing Lead at GoKart Labs, where they directed the creation of scalable digital solutions and applied a design thinking approach for customer-centric offerings. Earlier in their career, Owen served as the Marketing Director at Birddog Distributing, Inc., accelerating revenue growth through strategic digital marketing.

Owen Halligan obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Montana State University-Bozeman in the years 2004 to 2010. Owen further pursued a Mastering Design Thinking degree from MIT Sloan School of Management during 2018 and 2019.