Les Winograd
About Les Winograd
Les Winograd serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Bounteous, bringing extensive experience across various industries including dining, healthcare, and financial services. He has held significant roles at Ally Financial and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and possesses expertise in eCommerce, digital marketing, and operational excellence.
Work at Bounteous
Les Winograd currently serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Bounteous, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he oversees operations and drives strategic initiatives to enhance organizational performance. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Vice President of Client Experience at Bounteous from 2013 to 2022, where he focused on improving client interactions and satisfaction. His tenure at Bounteous reflects a commitment to operational excellence and client service.
Previous Experience
Les Winograd has a diverse professional background with significant roles in various industries. He worked at Ally Financial (formerly GMAC) as a Global eCommerce Executive and held multiple positions, including Process Information Officer and Interim Chief Information Officer, from 2008 to 2010. He also served as IT Director for Special Projects at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he spent 11 years at Accenture (formerly Andersen Consulting) as a Senior Manager, gaining extensive experience across sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and automotive.
Education and Expertise
Les Winograd earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Marketing from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, where he studied from 1983 to 1987. His educational background complements his professional expertise in areas such as B2C/B2B eCommerce, CRM, digital marketing, and agile delivery. He has a proven track record of leading operational excellence initiatives that empower teams to make informed business decisions.
Industry Background
Les Winograd has a diverse industry background, having worked across multiple sectors including dining, healthcare, financial services, automotive, chemicals, utilities, government, and professional services. This extensive experience allows him to bring a broad perspective to his current role and to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders, including marketing and technology teams in startups, Fortune 500 companies, and privately held entities.