Angie Rieger is the chief transformation officer for Lands’ End, Inc., the business uniform sponsor partner of the 2023 Women Leading Travel & Hospitality Summit. She’s also an advisory board member of our sister brand, Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC).

Rieger oversees the merchandising — including product management — and the inventory planning teams. She’s a seasoned Lands’ End executive with over 25 years of experience in the retail industry and has a proven track record for delivering profitable results. Rieger consistently leads with integrity to drive results and make effective decisions in support of overall brand goals.

In this interview, Rieger shares a story that played a significant role in setting her on the trajectory of her career; a personal challenge faced in her career and what she learned; how the role of a leader has evolved given the shifting dynamics we’ve seen in recent years; the skills she believes are essential to be an effective leader; advice for women looking to take the next step in their careers; and more.