Anna McGovern is the accomplished Managing Director of Pondview Group, LLC, a specialized consulting firm in supply chain, procurement, and operations management. With over 30 years of experience at global firms like Unilever, Arcade Beauty, and Spartech, she has led initiatives saving over $1 billion and launched projects generating billions in revenue. Notably, at Unilever, she progressed through various leadership roles, culminating as the CPO/Global Director of Personal Care Procurement, managing an $8 billion portfolio. Her expertise has turned around operations at Arcade Beauty and the Food Bank for New York City, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency across the board. Additionally, Anna contributes her skills to CONNSTEP's Board of Directors and leads the Connecticut Chapter of the Procurement Foundry.

Holding a BA from the University of Bridgeport and an MBA from Sacred Heart University, along with CPIM and CSCP certifications, she is also recognized for her expertise in competitive supply chain design from Penn State University.