Drew Illingworth

Managing Director – CxO Advisory – CohnReznick Advisory LLC

Drew is a strategic leader and transformation executive who is recognized for leading global initiatives that drive operational efficiency, product innovation, and business integration. His leadership is marked by the ability to transform complex challenges into streamlined, profitable solutions, aligning technology with business objectives to create long-term value. Drew’s expertise makes him a key asset for companies looking to enhance their business operations through innovative, data-driven approaches.

Throughout his career, Drew has spearheaded strategic initiatives that advance operational maturity, improve financial outcomes, and create scalable growth. He has a unique ability to align cross-functional teams, ensuring that business strategies are executed effectively, and technology investments deliver measurable returns. As a collaborative leader, Drew empowers organizations to foster a culture of innovation, ensuring resilience in an increasingly complex marketplace.

Drew’s focus on governance, risk management, and strategic planning positions him as a valuable partner. He offers a profound understanding of the intersection of technology, people, and operations, helping organizations navigate transformational growth and capitalize on new opportunities.

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Experience and credentials

Areas of specialty include: digital transformation, IT strategy, supply chain management, omnichannel solutions, operational efficiency, business continuity, and cross-functional collaboration

Delivered operational efficiencies that improved forecast accuracy by 29%, reducing inventory costs and increasing on-time deliveries to 98.7%

Led the successful deployment of 30+ projects, including SAP S/4 implementation and omnichannel integrations, ensuring 25% YoY eCommerce revenue growth amid pandemic-driven demand surges

Orchestrated a 600% ROI on omnichannel technology investments by optimizing supply chain visibility, resulting in $12M net benefit in the first year

Rapidly engineered an in-house fulfillment process amidst a shipping capacity shortage, capturing an additional 8% of Black Friday sales volume, surpassing original estimates of 2%

Formerly served as a senior director of Global IT Strategy at a major global S&P 500 company, where he steered a global technology portfolio, guided the strategic alignment of IT initiatives across multiple regions, and spearheaded the development of enterprise-wide IT roadmaps

Quoted as a thought leader in industry publications

Served as an Adjunct Professor of Finance at Ramapo College, sharing his insights with future business leaders and mentoring students in finance and business strategy

Education

MBA, Business Administration, (concentration in Predictive Analytics) – Binghamton University

B.S., Business Administration, (concentration in Finance) – Ramapo College of New Jersey

Professional affiliations

Ramapo College of New Jersey Anisfield School of Business – Board Member

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