About the speaker: Karuna Scheinfeld is a visionary Chief Product Officer with over two decades of experience shaping the landscape of retail apparel and fashion. Currently at Roots, she’s been instrumental in driving the company’s revenue to surpass the $1 billion mark. With a career deeply rooted in design and innovation, Karuna has held pivotal roles at renowned brands like Canada Goose, Alexander McQueen, Woolrich, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Beyond her corporate achievements, she’s a member of Chief, advocating for women’s leadership and empowerment. Her journey reflects a relentless commitment to excellence and a passion for fostering inclusivity and diversity in the industry.

About the company: Established in 1973, Roots is Canada’s leading lifestyle brand known around the world for its premium leather goods, apparel and accessories, with more than 120 retail locations in Canada and the United States, and more than 100 in Asia. Roots is not only a brand, they are a culture and lifestyle inspired by the open air. They are a team of people who share values focused on quality and integrity. They celebrate their heritage and authenticity and are proud of what they stand for. Roots employees share this passion and seek opportunities to stretch their boundaries, learn new experiences and continue to grow their Roots.

Revenue: $208.9 Million USD

Employees: 2,033