Vanessa Rowed, Marketing Director, Big W

Vanessa Rowed is a commercially astute C-suite Marketing Executive with extensive experience a wide range of sectors. Renowned for her strong brand management skill set, Vanessa has a proven track record of delivering transformation and growth across marketing, digital, eCommerce, customer experience, content, data, and insights.
In her current role as Marketing Director at Big W, Vanessa has been instrumental in spearheading innovative marketing strategies that challenge the status quo while maintaining a keen awareness of their broader impact on commercial performance. Her confident and effective communication style is complemented by her expertise in managing complex stakeholder relationships, making her a pivotal figure in driving organizational success.
Vanessa is passionate about developing high-performing marketing talent and is dedicated to fostering an environment where creativity and strategic thinking thrive. Her leadership has consistently resulted in outstanding team performance and exceptional business results.
Previously, Vanessa held key roles at [Previous Companies], where she led significant marketing initiatives and achieved remarkable growth. Her strategic vision and innovative approach have earned her recognition as a thought leader in the industry.
Vanessa holds an Executive MBA from The Australian Graduate School of Management and continues to stay at the forefront of marketing trends through ongoing professional development.

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