Jack Pestello
About Jack Pestello
Jack Pestello is the Chief Operating Officer of Branded Services at Advantage Solutions, where he oversees private brands and business development. He has extensive experience in global leadership roles at major companies, including Walmart and Daymon Worldwide, and holds a Juris Doctorate alongside a BA in Business.
Current Role at Advantage Solutions
Jack Pestello serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Branded Services at Advantage Solutions, a company specializing in sales, marketing, and technology. He has held this position since 2023, working from the company's Irvine, California office. In this role, he oversees various aspects of branded services, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth.
Previous Experience at Walmart
Pestello has extensive experience with Walmart, where he held several senior positions over a span of seven years. He served as Senior Vice President of Private Brand and Self Manufacturing from 2014 to 2019, and as Vice President of Private Brand and Global Supplier Development from 2013 to 2014. His responsibilities included leading private brands and merchandise strategies within Walmart's international division.
Leadership at Daymon Worldwide
Jack Pestello spent 20 years at Daymon Worldwide in various leadership roles. His positions included Vice President of Safeway Operations USA and Vice President of New Zealand/Australia Operations. He also held roles in Asian Operations, where he worked with major retailers. His tenure at Daymon involved overseeing private brands and business development initiatives.
Educational Background
Pestello holds a BA in Business from Fort Lewis College, where he studied Marketing, Economics, and Mathematics from 1987 to 1991. He also earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Colorado Boulder, studying International Law from 1996 to 1998. His educational background combines legal and business expertise, enhancing his capabilities in corporate leadership.
Consulting Experience
In 2022, Pestello served as a Senior Advisor at Boston Consulting Group, focusing on the consumer practice. His role involved providing strategic insights and guidance to retail and manufacturing CEOs on growth strategies. This experience further solidified his expertise in omni-channel merchandising and market development.