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Anneli Gunnarsson

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Global VP Retail Data and Machine Learning at IKEA
📍 Helsingborg, Skåne County, Sweden

Anneli is the Global VP of Retail Data and Machine Learning at IKEA, leading a team of over 200 people to drive the companys data-driven digital transformation. With a career at IKEA spanning over 20 years, she is a seasoned expert in AI, strategy, and transformational change. Colleagues describe her as determined, kind, and a "can-do" professional.

Anneli is a vocal advocate for ethical AI, stating that "AI has to work for people. " She is passionate about creating a better everyday life for customers and coworkers, emphasizing work-life balance and long-term professional development. She is also active in the broader tech community, serving as an industry awards juror.

Having celebrated her 20th anniversary with IKEA, Anneli has progressed through multiple strategic roles, from procurement to Chief Operating Officer of Digital, within the same company.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Global VP Retail Data and Machine Learning
Job Level
Senior
Location
Helsingborg, Skåne County, Sweden
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Ethical AI in Retail
Leads all AI development for IKEA's retail business with a strong focus on creating practical, ethical solutions that provide real business value and "work for people".
Data-Driven Culture
Her core mission is to transform IKEA into a data-driven organization by leveraging data products, machine learning, and advanced analytics to inform business decisions.
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Career

Work history

1-2024
Global VP Retail Data and Machine Learning
IKEA
9-2018 - 7-2024
Chief Operating Officer -Digital IKEA
IKEA
5-2016 - 9-2018
Strategic Supplier Development Manager
IKEA
4-2003 - 12-2005
Financial trader
Öresundskraft Energy Trading
6-2000 - 12-2002
Marketing Strategy & Business Analyst
Strong Investments
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Women in STEM are leading the digital future at IKEA. Featured in Ingka Group (official IKEA newsroom)
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Education
1995 - 2000
Bachelor in Business Administration
University of Wisconsin-Madison
1993 - 1995
High school
Chapman
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