Wanting Xie
About Wanting Xie
Wanting Xie serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Rent The Runway, a company she co-founded in 2008. With a background in engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, she has held various managerial roles in business development and sales prior to her current position.
Current Role at Rent the Runway
Currently, Wanting Xie serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Rent The Runway, a position she has held since 2008. In this role, she chairs the board and is responsible for overseeing strategic decisions and governance. Under her leadership, Rent The Runway has established itself as a leader in the fashion rental industry, pioneering innovative approaches in e-commerce.
Previous Experience at IMG
Prior to her current role, Wanting Xie worked at IMG as the Director of Business Development from 2006 to 2007. In this position, she focused on developing business strategies that contributed to the company's growth and market presence.
Background in Hospitality and Sales
Wanting Xie has a diverse background that includes experience at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., where she served as Sr Manager of Leisure Program Development from 2004 to 2005. She also worked at Wedding Channel as Sr Manager of Sales from 2005 to 2006. These roles provided her with valuable insights into customer engagement and program development.
Education and Expertise
Wanting Xie earned her Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Her educational background, combined with her expertise in online advertising and talent management, has equipped her with the skills necessary to lead and innovate in the fashion rental industry.
Co-founding Rent the Runway
Wanting Xie co-founded Rent The Runway, contributing significantly to its business strategy. Her efforts have positioned the company as a pioneer in the e-commerce space, highlighting her ability to identify market opportunities and drive business success.