Stone Dong
About Stone Dong
Stone Dong serves as the Head of Omni-channel for The North Face in Greater China, overseeing product life cycle management and marketplace strategy since 2021. He has a background in finance and management, with previous roles at VF Corporation, PepsiCo, and Unilever.
Current Role at The North Face
Stone Dong serves as the Head of Omni-channel for The North Face in Greater China, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Shanghai, he is responsible for integrating product insights into marketplace strategies, tailoring buying and allocation strategies according to city and store tiers. His role encompasses the entire product life cycle management within the Greater China region, ensuring that the brand's offerings align with market demands.
Previous Experience at VF Corporation
Before joining The North Face, Stone Dong worked at VF Corporation as Senior Director of Finance from 2010 to 2020. During his tenure in Shanghai, he contributed to financial strategies and operations, gaining extensive experience in the retail sector. His decade-long experience at VF Corporation laid the foundation for his current leadership role in omni-channel management.
Career at PepsiCo
Stone Dong's career includes a significant role at PepsiCo, where he served as Financial Planning and Analysis Manager from 2006 to 2010. In this position, he was responsible for financial forecasting and analysis, which contributed to the company's strategic planning efforts in the Shanghai market.
Early Career at Unilever
Stone Dong began his professional journey at Unilever, where he worked as a Management Trainee and later as a Finance Manager from 2002 to 2006. This early experience provided him with a solid foundation in finance and management, which he has built upon in subsequent roles in the retail and consumer goods sectors.
Educational Background
Stone Dong earned his Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Trade from Shanghai Jiaotong University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. His academic background has equipped him with the knowledge necessary for navigating complex economic environments and contributing to business strategy.