Jean Hong
About Jean Hong
Jean Hong serves as the Vice President of Account Management at Trax Image Recognition, a position she has held since 2018. She has extensive experience in category management and analytics, having worked for notable companies such as Nielsen, Nissan, and The Walt Disney Company.
Current Role at Trax
Jean Hong serves as the Vice President of Account Management at Trax Image Recognition. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's focus on retail analytics and image recognition technology. In her role, she oversees account management strategies and client relationships, ensuring that Trax meets the needs of its customers in the retail sector.
Previous Experience at Nielsen
Prior to her current role, Jean worked at Nielsen as Group Vice President of Consumer and Shopper Analytics from 2014 to 2018. During her four years in this position, she was based in New York City and focused on providing insights into consumer behavior and shopping trends, helping brands optimize their marketing strategies.
Career Background in Retail and Marketing
Jean has extensive experience in retail and marketing analytics. She began her career at Nissan Motor Corporation as a Marketing Analyst from 1993 to 1995. She then transitioned to The Walt Disney Company, where she worked as a Retail Business Analyst and later as a Senior Retail Marketing Manager. Her roles at Danone and Unilever further solidified her expertise in category management and shopper insights.
Education and Early Career
Jean's early career included a position at Nissan Motor Corporation as a Management Associate from 1992 to 1993. She also worked at Philips in various roles, including Manager of Retail Merchandising and Category Management, and Retail Business Development Manager. Her diverse background in different sectors has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of market dynamics.
Leadership Roles in Major Companies
Throughout her career, Jean has held leadership roles in several major companies. At Nestlé, she served as Director of Category Management and Customer Analytics from 2011 to 2014. She also worked at Danone as Director of Category Management and Shopper Insights from 2003 to 2008. Her experience spans over two decades in various facets of marketing and analytics.