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Professional Summary

Ken Ninomiya is an omnichannel and eCommerce expert who helps CPG brands, independent grocers, and retailers grow through AI-driven strategy and seamless commerce. He partners with retailers, distributors, and eTailers to improve discoverability, enable in-store and online transactions, and build long-term customer loyalty.

AI-Driven Omnichannel Leadership & Global eCommerce Innovation

Ken Ninomiya is an AI Coach, omnichannel marketing expert, branding strategist, and eCommerce leader who has launched products and led digital growth across major global retailers and marketplaces, including Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Kroger, Publix, Walgreens, and more.

Marketing strategy session with visual planning and team collaboration

Position and Company Experience Includes:

VP, eCommerce & Digital Experience

Regional Grocery Retailer

Led omnichannel eCommerce growth, driving +47% revenue through UX, analytics, and digital operations.

Director, eCommerce & Retail Sales

CPG / Food Brand

Scaled DTC and marketplace sales across Shopify, Amazon, and Walmart, achieving Best Seller status.

SE Marketing and Business Development Manager

Global CPG Manufacturer

Directed retail and digital growth strategies across $700M region for major national grocery retailers.

VP-Level Growth & Brand Leadership - Founder

Marketing & Commerce Advisory Leader

Built and scaled online, retail, and DTC brands and digital growth strategies, generating $30M+ in omnichannel revenue.

Director of Sales and Business Development

Global CPG Brand

Managed $180M portfolio driving retail growth through digital strategy and shopper analytics.

Director of Mass Markets & Business Development

Global Beauty / Consumer Brand 

Expanded global distribution and retail programs across 22 markets, increasing revenue +37%.

Brands & Retailers Ken Ninomiya Has Worked With

Amazon / Ken Ninomiya / Built and launched award winning Amazon products
Sam’s Club / Ken Ninomiya / Developed products, merchandising and retail sales strategies
JCPenney / Ken Ninomiya / Supported branding and retail marketing strategy for new products
Office Depot / Ken Ninomiya / Created new retail products and  programs
Walgreens / Ken Ninomiya / Launched retail ecommerce programs
Walmart / Ken Ninomiya / Led New product retail programs and omnichannel growth initiatives
Rite Aid / Ken Ninomiya / Executed new product marketing and merchandising initiatives
Dollar General / Ken Ninomiya / Sold in new product launches and retail marketing strategy
HEB / Ken Ninomiya / Developed retail products strategy and merchandising programs
Wayfair / Ken Ninomiya / managed products with online strategy and merchandising programs
Publix / Ken Ninomiya / Led retail marketing and shopper growth programs
Target Retail / Ken Ninomiya / Developed merchandising and marketing strategy
Food Lion / Ken Ninomiya / Developed retail sales and merchandising strategy
AAFES / Ken Ninomiya / Built retail partnerships and sales growth
Albertsons / Ken Ninomiya / Directed retail  product development and merchandising
Ken Ninomiya has launched products and developed omnichannel marketing strategies across leading global retailers and digital marketplaces.
Products launched and marketed by Ken Ninomiya have reached millions of consumers across global retail and digital marketplaces.

What I Do Best

AI-driven, results-focused omnichannel leader

Strategic thinker with hands-on execution mindset

Strong cross-functional collaborator and advisor

Trusted partner to brands, retailers, and leadership teams 

Ability to translate complex data into clear growth actions

Proven at unifying online and in-store commerce 

Educator and communicator who simplifies new technology

Product development and go-to-market launch strategies

Expense reduction and cost rationalization

Executive Management and team building

Business growth - from start-up to new product

Professional Training
and Certificates:  

Kellogg School of Management -

Omnichannel Marketing 2022

Meta Social Media

Certification - 2022

ACUE Advanced College Online and In-Person Instruction - 2020

Digital Marketing Hub Spot - 2019

Content Marketing - 2019

Marketing to Gen Z - 2019

Team Building - 2018

Improving Your Emotional Intelligence – 2018

Web Application & Strategy - 2017

Facebook for Business – 2017

Brand Management for

Social Media - 2017

Marketing Essentials and

Ethics - 2017

Adobe Photoshop - 2016

Team and Customer

Relationships – 2016

Awards from
Professional Efforts:  

2020 Best Social Media Firm in SE Florida

2016 Directors Award - BBU

2013 Strategy Firm

Excellence Award

2012 Readers Choice Award

2011 Who's Who in Business

2010 Finalist Best Children’s Picture Book

2009 Best New Toy Product

2008 Best New Product

in Industry

2008 Best New Product

In Category

Entrepreneur Award – Executive MBA

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