Stephen Popovich

Stephen Popovich has extensive experience in finance and operations, particularly in the retail industry. Stephen has held leadership roles in various companies, including West Point Optical, Ensuring Analytical & Financial Planning Excellence, Process Optimization & Strengthened P&L Results, Spencer's, David's Bridal, Lenscrafters, Westar Homes, Macy's, Exel Logistics, Limited Brands | Victoria's Secret, and Sunglass Hut.

In their most recent role at West Point Optical, Stephen served as the Finance Executive and VP of FP&A, overseeing the largest independent owner and operator of Pearle Vision optical franchises. Prior to that, they worked as a Finance and Multi-Unit Operations Consultant, providing strategic and tactical expertise to various companies in the specialty retail, ecommerce, and supply chain sectors.

During their tenure at Spencer's, Stephen served as the Senior Director of Logistics Finance, Planning & Analysis, where they led the financial strategy and development of Logistics FP&A. At David's Bridal, they held the position of Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis and Store Finance, delivering significant business results through forecasting, expense control, and team leadership.

Stephen also gained valuable experience at Lenscrafters, where they served as the Senior Director of Finance for Operations/Workforce Management and later as the Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis. Stephen reengineered financial and operational controls, improved business analytics and forecasting, and transformed finance into a critical business partner.

Prior to their roles in the retail industry, Stephen worked as the Operating Partner at Westar Homes and the Organizational Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Macy's. Stephen also held a Director position at Exel Logistics, where they led a reporting team responsible for internal management and operational reporting.

Stephen began their career at Limited Brands | Victoria's Secret, where they held various leadership roles in finance, operations, and the development/implementation of cutting-edge technology. Stephen led initiatives in budgeting and forecasting, entity integration, and expense savings.

Stephen's early finance positions were at Sunglass Hut, where they gained experience and advanced to the Manager of FP&A position, focusing on workforce management.

Throughout their career, Stephen has demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, process optimization, expense control, and workforce management. Stephen has proven success in driving financial discipline, improving operational efficiency, and achieving business goals.

Stephen Popovich has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Management and additional studies in accounting information systems. Stephen obtained this degree from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. Additionally, Stephen has completed Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training from Breakthrough Performance Group, LLC. No specific details regarding the month or year of obtaining the certification are provided.