Billy May

CEO

Brooklinen

Billy May is a senior executive focused on the intersection of digital and physical with expertise transforming brands and driving growth at scale. With decades of retail experience, he has a proven background in the development and implementation of customer-facing growth initiatives spanning merchandising, marketing, technology, and market development strategies for the specialty retail, apparel & footwear, home and luxury categories. He is adept at breaking down barriers and leading cross functional digital transformation as well as passionate about building and leading high performing, collaborative teams where talent can do their best work. He is currently chief executive officer at Brooklinen. He has logged C-suite experience at various companies, most recently serving as chief customer officer at Urban Outfitters’ parent company URBN. May also worked as the chief customer officer at J. Crew and CEO at Sur La Table.

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Monday Jan 15th

12:10pm - 12:40pm

Javits North, Level 4, Rithum Stage

Passing the baton: Traditional retail execs take the reins at digitally native brands

Direct to consumer startups have infused the retail arena with innovative ideas and creative passion. But what happens when the pace of expansion and the myriad challenge of a burgeoning business move beyond their proficiency? Several founder-led brands have welcomed seasoned retail veterans into the corner office. We’ll chat with these two retail executives who have built long careers in traditional retail and are ready to apply their expertise spark next-level growth and profitability.

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Billy May

Speaking in:

Monday Jan 15th

Passing the baton: Traditional retail execs take the reins at digitally native brands