Elizabeth Pontefract
Strategic advisor and trusted partner to C-suite leaders | Transformation leader | Corporate growth catalyst | Financial impact executive | Food & Beverage | Services | Grocery Retail
- Role
- VP of Strategy at AAA Washington
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Elizabeth Pontefract
I am a strategic advisor who partners with leadership teams to shape the choices that…
Experience
VP of Strategy
Jan 2023 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
I was recruited to this top-tier regional a $175M revenue organization serving 1.2M members in Washington and Idaho, to develop and execute a plan for enhancing the organization’s relevance in a changing automobile and mobility market. Leading 3-year and 10-year strategy development, I have partnered with the executive team to align focus, communicate with the board, and guide the team through the planning process. DELIVERED RESULTS: Built plan with 6% CAGR to double sales from 2024 baseline by 2033. Secured $5M+ annual savings by obtaining unanimous board approval and leading closure of 15 unprofitable stores across the region. Exceeded EBITDA targets 104% over two and a half years. Obtained board approval for $10M ERP and system upgrades over two years to support organization growth and transformation.
Education
Harvard Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Claremont McKenna College
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Harvard Law School
Doctor of Law - JD
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