Paul Kersey

Chief Data/AI/Product Officer | Operating Partner

A proven executive leader specializing in turnaround and transformation, with deep expertise in retail, enterprise software, and digital commerce. Combining strategic vision with hands-on execution to drive measurable business outcomes.

Professional Background

Vice President, Product Management

Bed Bath & Beyond | 2025

Led product strategy during critical turnaround, recovering from $259M annual losses to near break-even in 11 months. Directed strategic portfolio rationalization, digital platform modernization, and data-driven merchandising transformation across the enterprise.

Key Achievements:

  • •Architected and executed comprehensive product transformation strategy
  • •Implemented data analytics infrastructure for inventory optimization
  • •Led cross-functional teams through rapid organizational change

Previous Executive Leadership

Throughout a 25+ year career, held senior product management and technology leadership positions at major enterprises including IBM Global Services, KPMG, BT, and multiple high-growth technology companies. Extensive experience in:

Industries:

  • • Retail & E-commerce
  • • Enterprise Software
  • • Financial Services
  • • Telecommunications

Expertise:

  • • Product Strategy & Innovation
  • • Digital Transformation
  • • Enterprise Architecture
  • • M&A Integration

Credentials & Certifications (MBA (Henley) BSc (Aston))

Chief AI Officer

Certified executive leadership in artificial intelligence strategy, governance, and implementation.

CDMP

Certified Data Management Professional with expertise in data governance, quality, and architecture.

Product Management

25+ years progressive experience in product strategy, innovation, and market leadership.

Operating Partner

Executive expertise in private equity value creation and portfolio company transformation.

Approach & Philosophy

Successful transformation requires more than strategic vision—it demands hands-on execution, deep technical expertise, and the ability to align diverse stakeholders around common objectives. My approach combines rigorous analytical frameworks with pragmatic implementation methodologies.

Core Principles

Data-Driven Decision Making

Every strategic decision backed by comprehensive analysis, market intelligence, and performance metrics. Build the infrastructure to measure what matters.

Rapid Value Creation

Focus on identifying and executing high-impact initiatives that deliver measurable results within 90 days while building sustainable long-term competitive advantage.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Break down organizational silos through collaborative frameworks that align technology, operations, finance, and marketing around unified business objectives.

Whether navigating turnaround situations, scaling growth platforms, or optimizing mature operations, the methodology remains consistent: understand the business context, identify critical leverage points, mobilize cross-functional teams, and execute with precision.

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