Robert Speranza
About Robert Speranza
Robert Speranza serves as the Senior Vice President – Professional (Canada GM / Business Unit Leader) at Advance Auto Parts, where he has driven sales and EBITDA growth through strategic initiatives. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Miami University and an MBA in Finance from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Robert Speranza serves as the Senior Vice President – Professional (Canada GM / Business Unit Leader) at Advance Auto Parts. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic direction and operational effectiveness in the Canadian market. His leadership focuses on enhancing sales and profitability within the professional segment, leveraging his extensive experience in the automotive and consumer packaged goods industries.
Previous Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Prior to his current role, Robert Speranza was the Senior Vice President – Strategy & Transformation (Retail) at Advance Auto Parts from 2018 to 2022. In this capacity, he was responsible for driving strategic initiatives that transformed retail operations, enhancing customer engagement, and improving overall business performance.
Career at PepsiCo
Robert Speranza held multiple leadership roles at PepsiCo, including Region Vice President for the Frito-Lay Division from 2011 to 2013 and Vice President General Manager for the Lipton Partnership in North America from 2014 to 2016. He played a key role in architecting the turnaround of a single region and integrating two Frito-Lay operating regions to enhance performance. Additionally, he was involved in the $200 million acquisition of the DieHard business.
Educational Background
Robert Speranza studied at Miami University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business. He furthered his education at Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance. His academic background supports his extensive experience in business strategy and management.
Achievements in Brand Management
During his tenure at PepsiCo, Robert Speranza successfully returned the Pure Leaf, Lipton, and Brisk trademarks to growth in the tea category. This was achieved through strategic investments in brand and product innovation, demonstrating his capability in driving brand performance and market share.