Anne Kim
About Anne Kim
Anne Kim serves as the Executive Director at IDEO, a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in business operations, having worked in various roles at IDEO since 2011 and previously in the retail sector.
Current Role at IDEO
Anne Kim serves as the Executive Director at IDEO, a position she has held since 2021. Based in London, England, she leads strategic initiatives and oversees operations within the organization. Her extensive experience in business operations contributes to her effectiveness in this role.
Previous Positions at IDEO
Prior to her current role, Anne Kim held several positions at IDEO. She was the Senior Director of Strategic Operations for one year from 2020 to 2021, and before that, she served as the Director of Business Operations from 2016 to 2019. Her career at IDEO began as a Business Operations Lead from 2011 to 2013, and she progressed through various roles, including Senior Business Operations Lead from 2013 to 2016.
Education and Academic Background
Anne Kim studied at Birkbeck, University of London, where she earned a Master of Science (MSc) in International Business and Development. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Economics from the University of Waterloo. Her academic background supports her expertise in business operations and strategic management.
Professional Experience Before IDEO
Before joining IDEO, Anne Kim gained experience in various roles across different companies. She worked as an Associate Buyer at Caban - Polo Ralph Lauren from 2003 to 2006, and held positions at SUCK UK as Head of Buying & Supply Chain from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, she worked briefly as a Merchandiser at Burberry and as a Buyer for Menswear Casual at John Lewis in 2007.