John Reile

Energizer
DISC Type : I

VP Technology / CTO US at IKEA Group

United States

Overview

John Reile is the VP of Technology and CTO for IKEA US, leading the countrys software development and architecture. With a Bachelor of Science from the University of Phoenix, he specializes in digital transformation and omni-channel retail, having progressed through various technology leadership roles within IKEA, from System Engineer to his current executive position.

Personality Overview

Believer

Big Picture Person

Imaginative

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.  They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Topics They Care About

Digital Transformation
Leads IKEA's US digital transformation, focusing on modern architecture, AI developments, and enhancing the omni-channel retail experience.
Omnichannel Retail
Focuses on creating a seamless customer journey by transforming the technology stack for web, e-commerce, sales, and fulfillment.
Legacy System Modernization
Has direct experience transforming legacy platforms, such as centralized middleware, into modern, event-based architecture patterns.

Media Appearances

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Work History

7-2020
VP Technology / CTO US at IKEA Group
1-2019 - 7-2020
VP Global Technology Platforms at IKEA Group
1-2017 - 1-2019
Director, Web Infrastructure at IKEA Group
1-1999 - 2-2002
System Engineer at IKEA North America Services, LLC
1-1998 - 12-1999
Application Developer at City of Burlington

Education

2004 - 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from University of Phoenix
1997 - 1999
Associate of Science (A.S.) from Mohawk College

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Exp : 12 Location : United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : VP Technology / CTO US at IKEA Group
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Insights For Selling To John

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Use adjectives like ‘amazing’, ‘coolest’, ‘unbelievable’ etc.
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can John take some risk or not?

  • They may take certain risks that they deem unlikely of personal repercussions.

You And John

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