Wanda Young
Advisor
Wanda Young is a visionary brand marketer and digital transformation expert who thrives at the intersection of brand, digital, technology and data paired with a deep understanding of the consumer mindset. She gained her experience working for the largest brands in retail, sports & entertainment, consumer products and electronics.
In her roles managing multiple notable brands including Samsung, Disney, ESPN, Walmart, Alltel and Acxiom, she developed knowledge of the interconnectedness of brand, digital and data, of the importance of customer experience across all touch points, the power of data and localization, and the in-the-trenches accountability to drive outcomes.
Now at Ford Pro, the Commercial Division of Ford Motor Company, www.fordpro.com, she is focused on helping grow the newly launched division and brand which only Ford can offer commercial customers – an integrated lineup of vehicles and services designed to meet the needs of all businesses to keep their productivity on pace to drive growth.
As the recent CMO of Samsung Electronics America, she helped localize the brand during the global pandemic and contribute to increasing their #5 ranking on Interbrand’s Best Global Brands List. Listening to consumer feedback and testing the site experience, Young’s team leveraged the stay-at-home consumer behavior to drive an improved consumer journey and site experience leading to double-digital eCommerce sales growth.