Anna Iacono, MBA
About Anna Iacono, MBA
Anna Iacono, MBA, is the Global Consumer Insights Associate Manager at General Mills, with a background in business strategy and analytics from her tenure at UNFI, SUPERVALU, and Target.
Current Role at General Mills
Anna Iacono, MBA, currently serves as the Global Consumer Insights Associate Manager at General Mills. In this role, she leads initiatives aimed at better understanding consumer behavior and integrating insights into the company's broader strategy. Anna has developed innovative analytical models and implemented a new mentorship program for junior analysts. Her work has been recognized with an internal award for outstanding leadership and contributions to consumer insights.
Previous Experience at UNFI
Anna Iacono worked at UNFI as the Senior Manager, Business Strategy & Analytics from 2017 to 2020. Over her three-year tenure, she focused on business strategy and analytics initiatives, bringing a data-driven approach to decision-making processes.
Professional Journey at Target
Anna Iacono accumulated several key roles at Target from 2009 to 2016. Starting as a Senior Business Analyst in Men's Activewear, she transitioned to Merchandise Planning Operations Expert for high-volume stores before becoming a Buyer for Beach, Seasonal, and Kid's Bath categories. Her multifaceted experience at Target laid a solid foundation for her career in consumer insights and business strategy.
Educational Background
Anna Iacono holds an MBA in Business Analytics from Villanova University, earned between 2018 and 2021. She also achieved a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Boston College, where she studied from 2005 to 2009.
Industry Contributions and Recognitions
Anna Iacono has been an active contributor to the field of consumer insights and analytics. She has presented at industry conferences, sharing best practices and case studies from her work at General Mills. Her leadership in developing consumer insights models and mentoring junior analysts has earned her an internal award at General Mills.