Jay Agarwal

-Provide Strategy Consulting and Advisory services; Interim & Fractional roles in Strategy, Corporate Development, & Strategic Finance -Serve both Emerging & Large Enterprises as well as Private Equity Funds - Domain expertise in Retail, e-commerce, & CPG - Services: Strategic Planning & Execution, Growth Strategy Development & Assessment, Market Entry & New Business Development, International Expansion, M&A and Corporate Development Support, Commercial and Operational Due Diligence, Strategic Finance / Financial Modeling, Partnerships, and Program Management

*Propelled growth for a leading fashion brand across e-commerce, retail stores, and wholesale channels through innovative strategic and product initiatives •Developed and secured Board approval for a comprehensive 4-year Strategic and Financial Plan (LRP) for the enterprise. •Managed the international Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) business and P&L, launching into 10 new markets in 2025. •Collaborated closely with cross functional partners in finance, product, supply chain, and marketing to manage key strategic and business initiatives – ensuring successful execution and program management. •Spearheaded corporate development and long-term inorganic growth initiatives for the organization. •Directed and managed all Board of Directors strategic content and discussions, delivering presentations and insights routinely. •Partnered closely with the FP&A team to orchestrate long-term planning and the annual budgeting process.

* Orchestrated the annual and long-range strategic planning process for the entire $7B+ enterprise, driving change and alignment across the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). •Spearheaded strategy development, planning, and execution as a thought leader to the SLT. •Executed enterprise-wide strategy by collaborating with over 15 lines of business and functional leaders, achieving key initiatives ahead of schedule. •Facilitated and managed monthly and annual SLT growth and execution sessions improving decision making. •Developed and presented Board of Directors Strategic Presentations and Memos on a routine basis

Developed and implemented comprehensive BD strategy driving revenue, profitability, and customer growth. Negotiated and closed multiple high-profile strategic and brand partnerships growing revenue and profitability. Led sponsorships for HD Moto Racing team & partnerships for experiences Notable Deals completed – Sirius XM, Hilton, Shell, Eagle Rider, AT&T, Tentrr, Dunlop, Rockford Fosgate, and Mission Foods.

*Leader on the team responsible for strategy, new business launches, acquisitions, and partnerships for the corporation *Executive responsible for strategy, business planning, launch, and management of new Workwear business for Gap Inc. (Full P&L Responsibility) * Responsible for Partnerships, Business Development, Strategy, Operations, Marketing, and Product functions for new ventures *Leader responsible for standing up operating, business, and technology capabilities for new businesses working effectively across the enterprise with global cross functional teams * Focused on new growth / transformation across the brand portfolio * Built and managed a successful new business that delivered significant sales and profits within the first 12 months of launch

Strategy & New Business Development *Lead new business development for the brand, including launching new business models, negotiating and creating external brand partnerships, and alliances *International strategy and growth leader focused on managing existing market priorities and developing international expansion strategy for new markets *Develop and lead brand growth strategy and lead major initiatives * Develop Go To Market Strategy for new business (B2B, Personal Care) * Separation PMO Leadership team for Old Navy Spin Off (9 months assignment) *Manage highly successful launch of B2B business - Enterprise Sales and BD - Manage and Lead a cross functional team with full P&l responsibility

Strategic Alliances & Franchise Division - April 2018 to August 2019 *Key member of Leadership Team that was responsible for developing and executing strategy, expanding into new markets, and creating the operating/capability roadmap for the global franchise business. Lead operations team for our International Business (Franchise Partners) that are in 45 countries. Scope includes the P2M process, planning and operations, inventory management, partner management, and strategy development / execution Global Supply Chain - Strategy Leader - July 2017 to April 2018 *Lead the Strategy team within Global Supply Chain & Product Operations. Key focus on developing and standing up new capabilities, supporting brand growth across channels, markets, and segments, long range planning, and special projects.

Leader in the consumer and retail vertical focused on strategy consulting with global corporations and brands and successfully completed projects in: * Growth and Transformation * Operating Model Design * Global Expansion / Market Entry * M&A Strategy & Due Diligence * Digital / Omni-Channel Strategy & Assessment * Consumer Experience & Research * Organizational Design & Change Management * Project Management / PMO Leadership

Thought partner to clients and leader in the strategy and private equity practice of Kurt Salmon, a leading consulting firm focused on consumer, retail, and digital commerce. Group provided both strategy consulting services to retail and consumer companies, as well as business/commerical due diligence services to the private equity and hedge fund sector. Competed over 25+ M&A Diligence Projects and Mulitple Strategic Assessments.

Led M&A and Corporate Development efforts across portfolio, completing several transactions including Umbro, Starter Athletic, and Bauer Hockey, and led numerous strategy and transaction projects in Action Sports, Converse Japan, and Nike U.K.

Leader responsible for corporate development and strategy for the enterprise. Focused on M&A, Strategic Alliances, New Business Launches, BOD presentations on behalf of the EVP of Strategy. Also led the effort on our redefined financial architecture and framework working closely with the CFO and Treasurer. Managed large projects alongside BCG and McKinsey that were conducted for the BOD and the ELT.

Worked on the consumer products and retail M&A / Corporate Finance team on the west coast. Worked on financings for California Pizza Kitchen, 24 hour fitness. Worked on M&A for financial sponsors and strategics in North America and Europe across Personal Care, Apparel, and Retail.