Future of Retail: Role of Data & AI in Retail

As the Chief Practice Officer, Retail at Fractal Analytics, Sangeetha is focused on driving capability building in advanced analytics and delivering transformational value to clients. Her experience and keen interest are in using analytics and AI-powered insight to create a seamless customer experience and transform retail businesses to thrive in the future.

Prior to her role as Chief Practice Officer at Fractal Analytics, Sangeetha has been in progressively senior leadership positions with notable global retail brands in both industry and consulting.

She has deep expertise in leading and managing large-scale retail transformations by leveraging insights to drive long-term value creation. She has served in leadership roles at Deloitte, Sobeys, and IBM to name a few. Sangeetha holds a Bachelors and Masters degree in Industrial Psychology from India as well as a Master of Science Degree from Claremont Graduate University. She lives in Toronto with her family.

Andrew Go is the Chief Digital and Data Officer at Staples Canada, where he focuses on omnichannel strategy, e-commerce, and digital customer experience across B2C and B2B channels. Prior to Staples, Andrew held roles in banking, retail, and media companies. He was most recently the Vice President of Marketing for TD Insurance. Before his time at the bank, Andrew led e-commerce, analytics, and advertising for The Home Depot Canada. Andrew has also amassed extensive experience in launching and scaling digital, media, and publishing businesses in Canada, the UK, and India.

Andrew earned his BBA and MBA from the Schulich School of Business. He serves his community by being an alumni mentor, serving on several not-for-profit boards, and acting as an advisor for various start-ups in Canada and overseas. Andrew currently resides in the GTA with his wife and two daughters.