SPEAKER

Sandra Zander

Retail Head for Sub-Saharan Africa at NielsenIQ

I am an experienced, data-driven business executive with a cross-functional record of achievement. In my 20+ years of experience with market research and data analytics, I built high-performing teams, exceeded ambitious business goals, effectively served global clients and demonstrated excellence in delivering evidence-based business insights to manufacturer and retailer brands. Achievements include numerous sales & client servicing awards such as Senior Servicing Excellence, Top Sales person (2 years running), Highest Group Growth (3 years running), Regional Leadership Programme participant (Singapore). I am a strong leader, highly organised, pro-active in my approach with strengths in strategy, client & team leadership, revenue generation, thought leadership and insight creation. I am skilled in developing subject matter content and conclusions through knowledge and application of evidence-based data and analytics to provide strategic, predictive, compelling insights and business recommendations. My experience extends across the Consumer, Shopper, Brand, Innovation, Marketing and Retail spectrum. Competencies: Advanced Data Analytics| Experienced Researcher | Business, Client & Team Leadership | Strategy | Growth