Taylor Smith

Senior retail and consumer products executive with progressive and diverse leadership experience across major brands in retail (Walmart), beverages (Diageo/Phillips) and restaurants (Brinker), and public service.

• Exceptional record of enhancing long-term growth and profitability, by establishing clear strategic direction and effective partnership with manufacturers, building and motivating cross-functional teams, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Experience across merchandising in consumables, apparel, hardlines, operational, financial, and brand management, including ownership of $8 billion P&L.
• Expertise leading procurement and pricing strategies, establishing relationships with national suppliers, importers and franchised food/service organizations, and managing international franchise operations.
• Brings deep insight and the ability to create common ground for success between retailers and manufacturers.