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Jessica Knopp-Gwynne

Creative & Brand Strategist • Operations Manager • Chief of Staff • New York, NY, US
Business Strategy
Business Operations
Growth
Marketing
Branding
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Strategic Board Director and Business Leader
With a robust educational background from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, University of Cambridge, and Colby College, this accomplished professional has carved a distinguished career in business leadership and strategic management. Currently serving as an Independent Board Director for Another Tomorrow and Winston Flowers, they bring extensive experience in governance and strategic decision-making. As an Operating Partner and Advisor at Stagshorn Ventures, they provide pivotal guidance to consumer and healthcare sectors. Previously, they led Chewy's Autoship Subscription Business Unit, generating $800M in new revenue. Their entrepreneurial spirit is evident from founding Brand Compass LLC and leading depict Inc. to significant sales milestones. With a history of impactful roles at Procter & Gamble, including overseeing a $3B P&L in Women's Health, they have consistently driven growth and innovation across various industries.

Projects

Growth Strategy for Personal Care Company

Objective: Develop 24 month strategic plan to increase revenue from $40M to $65M while holding profitability at current level, ultimately creating a business that would be attractive to acquirers. Actions: 1. Did an extensive analysis of all aspects of the business (e.g. financial results, customer metrics, product performance, operations, organizational design and capabilities, market and competitive landscape) to identify key levers for growth (revenue and EBIDTA); 2. Created channel expansion strategy to move business from D2C only to omnichannel, 3. Developed product pipeline roadmap to introduce additional products that would improve LTV and gross margins. Results: 1. Business is projected to deliver $52M in revenue in next 12 months 2. Successful sell-in to 1500 doors at a national mass retailer. 3. Upgraded leadership talent including hiring a head of sales and CMO.See More

Work History

A

Independent Board Director

Another TomorrowServing as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.
W

Independent Board Director

Winston FlowersServing as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.
S

Operating Partner and Advisor

Stagshorn VenturesProvide operational guidance and leadership to companies as an interim executive, board member and advisor. Work with PE firms in conducting due diligence on deals in the consumer and healthcare sectors. Focus areas include freelance operating partner to PE firms providing commercial due diligence for consumer products and services companies, advising Venture and PE-backed consumer companies in Beauty, Personal Care, Pet, Health and Omnichannel retail on pathway to profitability and growth strategy.
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General Manager

ChewyJan 2019 - Jan 2021 • 2 yrs 1 moAppointed to lead a $4B P&L and team of 30+ matrix and direct reports for the Autoship Subscription Business Unit. Delivered $800M in new revenue by creating a more intuitive UX and driving upsell via personalized product recommendations. Developed a company-wide strategic plan focused on step changing revenue and EBIDTA through initiatives including the launch of new services, an improved digital consumer experience, and a high value loyalty program.
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President and Board Member

depict Inc.Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 • 3 yrs 1 moLaunched an innovative platform rooted in blockchain technology for subscription-based digital media streaming and display. Led all business strategy and revenue-generating activities. Successfully delivered $3M in year 1 sales via a go-to-market plan focused on strategic retail distribution, live activations, partnership events and performance marketing.
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Interim Roles

VariousJan 2003 - Dec 2014 • 12 yrsHeld various interim roles including President at Fashion Project LLC (2012-2014), an early stage re-commerce company that was acquired. Took a career break for family leave (2008-2011). Served as Chief Executive Officer at Global Art Compass (2005-2007), an investment platform.
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Founder & CEO

Brand Compass LLCJan 2003 - Jan 2005 • 2 yrs 1 moEstablished and exited a $20M MarTech company that leveraged multivariate data to develop and improve target customer segmentation and acquisition. Worked with clients in beauty, personal care, fashion and food/beverage.
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Chief Commercial Officer

FEI Women's HealthJan 2003 - Jan 2005 • 2 yrs 1 moServed as interim chief commercial officer for a $35M PE-backed women's health company turnaround. Revamped all go-to-market activities aimed at both doctors and consumers to restore business to a growth trajectory. Acquired by Barr Pharmaceuticals in 2005.
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Marketing Director / General Manager

Procter & GambleJan 1990 - Jan 2002 • 12 yrs 1 moMember of the global leadership team holding progressive roles across multiple business units including Femcare, Beauty, Cleaning Products and Food & Beverage. As General Manager - FemCare, promoted to oversee $3B P&L in Women's Health business and delivered 30% revenue growth. Led global innovation program that identified a new consumer segmentation model which ultimately identified a new $1B brand opportunity. As Marketing Director - Tampax EMEA, led a team of 60 cross-functional personnel in the $1.8B post-acquisition integration of Tambrands for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As Marketing Manager - Eastern Europe, led $300M Beauty and Hair Care P&L in 24 countries and drove 10%+ profit increase in mature market. As Brand Manager - US, worked on Sunny Delight.

Education

U

University of Virginia Darden School of Business

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing and General Management
U

University of Cambridge

Master of Arts - MFA, Master of Fine and Decorative Art
C

Colby College

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics and Mathematics

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Strategic Board Director and Business Leader
With a robust educational background from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, University of Cambridge, and Colby College, this accomplished professional has carved a distinguished career in business leadership and strategic management. Currently serving as an Independent Board Director for Another Tomorrow and Winston Flowers, they bring extensive experience in governance and strategic decision-making. As an Operating Partner and Advisor at Stagshorn Ventures, they provide pivotal guidance to consumer and healthcare sectors. Previously, they led Chewy's Autoship Subscription Business Unit, generating $800M in new revenue. Their entrepreneurial spirit is evident from founding Brand Compass LLC and leading depict Inc. to significant sales milestones. With a history of impactful roles at Procter & Gamble, including overseeing a $3B P&L in Women's Health, they have consistently driven growth and innovation across various industries.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Jessica are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Jessica Knopp-Gwynne

Creative & Brand Strategist • Operations Manager • Chief of Staff • New York, NY, US
Business Strategy
Business Operations
Growth
Marketing
Branding
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Projects

Growth Strategy for Personal Care Company

Objective: Develop 24 month strategic plan to increase revenue from $40M to $65M while holding profitability at current level, ultimately creating a business that would be attractive to acquirers. Actions: 1. Did an extensive analysis of all aspects of the business (e.g. financial results, customer metrics, product performance, operations, organizational design and capabilities, market and competitive landscape) to identify key levers for growth (revenue and EBIDTA); 2. Created channel expansion strategy to move business from D2C only to omnichannel, 3. Developed product pipeline roadmap to introduce additional products that would improve LTV and gross margins. Results: 1. Business is projected to deliver $52M in revenue in next 12 months 2. Successful sell-in to 1500 doors at a national mass retailer. 3. Upgraded leadership talent including hiring a head of sales and CMO.

Work History

A

Independent Board Director

Another TomorrowServing as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.
W

Independent Board Director

Winston FlowersServing as an Independent Board Director, likely contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.
S

Operating Partner and Advisor

Stagshorn VenturesProvide operational guidance and leadership to companies as an interim executive, board member and advisor. Work with PE firms in conducting due diligence on deals in the consumer and healthcare sectors. Focus areas include freelance operating partner to PE firms providing commercial due diligence for consumer products and services companies, advising Venture and PE-backed consumer companies in Beauty, Personal Care, Pet, Health and Omnichannel retail on pathway to profitability and growth strategy.
C

General Manager

ChewyJan 2019 - Jan 2021 • 2 yrs 1 moAppointed to lead a $4B P&L and team of 30+ matrix and direct reports for the Autoship Subscription Business Unit. Delivered $800M in new revenue by creating a more intuitive UX and driving upsell via personalized product recommendations. Developed a company-wide strategic plan focused on step changing revenue and EBIDTA through initiatives including the launch of new services, an improved digital consumer experience, and a high value loyalty program.
D

President and Board Member

depict Inc.Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 • 3 yrs 1 moLaunched an innovative platform rooted in blockchain technology for subscription-based digital media streaming and display. Led all business strategy and revenue-generating activities. Successfully delivered $3M in year 1 sales via a go-to-market plan focused on strategic retail distribution, live activations, partnership events and performance marketing.
V

Interim Roles

VariousJan 2003 - Dec 2014 • 12 yrsHeld various interim roles including President at Fashion Project LLC (2012-2014), an early stage re-commerce company that was acquired. Took a career break for family leave (2008-2011). Served as Chief Executive Officer at Global Art Compass (2005-2007), an investment platform.
B

Founder & CEO

Brand Compass LLCJan 2003 - Jan 2005 • 2 yrs 1 moEstablished and exited a $20M MarTech company that leveraged multivariate data to develop and improve target customer segmentation and acquisition. Worked with clients in beauty, personal care, fashion and food/beverage.
F

Chief Commercial Officer

FEI Women's HealthJan 2003 - Jan 2005 • 2 yrs 1 moServed as interim chief commercial officer for a $35M PE-backed women's health company turnaround. Revamped all go-to-market activities aimed at both doctors and consumers to restore business to a growth trajectory. Acquired by Barr Pharmaceuticals in 2005.
P

Marketing Director / General Manager

Procter & GambleJan 1990 - Jan 2002 • 12 yrs 1 moMember of the global leadership team holding progressive roles across multiple business units including Femcare, Beauty, Cleaning Products and Food & Beverage. As General Manager - FemCare, promoted to oversee $3B P&L in Women's Health business and delivered 30% revenue growth. Led global innovation program that identified a new consumer segmentation model which ultimately identified a new $1B brand opportunity. As Marketing Director - Tampax EMEA, led a team of 60 cross-functional personnel in the $1.8B post-acquisition integration of Tambrands for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As Marketing Manager - Eastern Europe, led $300M Beauty and Hair Care P&L in 24 countries and drove 10%+ profit increase in mature market. As Brand Manager - US, worked on Sunny Delight.

Education

U

University of Virginia Darden School of Business

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing and General Management
U

University of Cambridge

Master of Arts - MFA, Master of Fine and Decorative Art
C

Colby College

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics and Mathematics

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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