Linda Reddy — Advisor
I am a London-based global executive with over 25 years’ experience leading transformation, growth, and performance across FMCG, banking, hospitality, and complex, vertically integrated supply chains. I have built and led end-to-end, farm-to-fork operations and multi-country P&Ls across 16 markets, with full accountability for value creation and risk. My work sits at the intersection of systems, power, and execution — translating strategy into sustained commercial results at scale. Track Record • 100% revenue growth across 16 markets • 400% EBITDA growth over nine years with full P&L ownership • 3× return on investment delivered to shareholders Through this work, I have seen how corporate dynamics shape both individual progression and commercial performance. Selected Recognition • Supply Chain Executive of the Year (2023) • Global Leader Recognition Award (2025) • Top Innovation Award – FirstRand Bank (2013) • Women Leader of the Year – Standard Bank (Finalist, 2025) • Olympic Torchbearer, Italy (2026) Affiliations • Harvard Business School – Executive Education • Member, International Women’s Forum UK • Member, Harvard Business School Women’s Association
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in FMCG and supply chain management with a focus on global operations.
Location: London, United Kingdom
Experience: 32 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- Global Leadership
- P&l Management
Career Highlights
- 100% revenue growth across 16 markets
- 400% EBITDA growth over nine years
- Recognized as Supply Chain Executive of the Year
Work Experience
The Global Fund
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Nando's Group Limited
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FirstRand group
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Umgeni Water
Senior Buyer - Civil & Construction (5 yrs)
RCL FOODS
Buyer (5 yrs)
Education
AMP (Advanced Management Program) at Harvard Business School
International Executive Development Progam(IEDP) at University of the Witwatersrand
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Bachelor of Business Commerce at University of KwaZulu-Natal
Higher National Diploma at University of KwaZulu-Natal