Richard Pedott

managing partner

Executive Consultant

rpedott@columbusconsulting.com

About

Rich is a Managing Partner at Columbus Consulting and an accomplished executive and consultant. He specializes in strategic initiatives, and business process transformations for US and International retailers consistently delivering measurable bottom-line results. Rich’s ability to align business and IT on strategic initiatives has made him a trusted leader in retail transformations.

Before joining Columbus Consulting in 2019, Rich held leadership positions such as Chief Executive Retail Merchandising, Finance and Operations at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, SVP Goody’s Family Clothing and VP HSN, and Eastern Mountain Sports.

A recognized thought leader in retail strategy, Rich is the co-author of Omni-Channel Retailing: How to Build a Practical, Effective Plan of Action.

Signature Skill

“I have a keen ability to focus teams on operational excellence; implementing best practices that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall business performance.”

  • Turning strategy into action, ensuring initiatives are well-planned, successfully implemented, and sustained.
  • Agility and adaptability
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Influential communication, fostering alignment and commitment

Expertise

  • Omni-Channel Strategy
  • Strategic Planning
  • Assortment Planning
  • Merchandise Planning
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Allocation
  • Sourcing & Supply Chain
  • Store Operations

Companies Served

  • Visionworks
  • Crocs, Inc.
  • Cato
  • Thermajohn
  • Lbrands
  • Rue Gilt Groupe

Industry, Category

  • Retail
  • Wholesale
  • International

Solution Proficiencies

  • O9 Solutions
  • Blue Yonder
  • Oracle

Consulting Service

  • IT Investment and Strategic Initiatives roadmap
  • Executive Leadership
  • Program Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Organizational Design

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