About

Aquila Hussain is a seasoned retail and high-tech industry leader with over 15 years of experience in strategy, product development, operational effectiveness and commercial excellence. Currently, Aquila is serving as the Senior Director, Materials Operations Excellence at Nike, where she is responsible for driving operational efficiency and excellence in materials operations. Prior to her current role, Aquila served as the Director, Materials Transformation at Nike, where she led the transformation of Nike's materials supply chain, resulting in significant improvements in cost, quality, and speed. Before joining Nike, Aquila worked as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Co., where she advised clients on strategy, operations, and organizational transformation across a range of industries. Aquila holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business, where she honed her skills in business strategy, leadership, and innovation. Her unique combination of business acumen, technical expertise, and people leadership has enabled her to deliver extraordinary financial and organizational impact throughout her career. Aquila is recognized as a thought leader in the retail and high-tech industries, and she is frequently invited to speak at industry conferences and events. Her expertise in operational effectiveness and commercial excellence has been instrumental in driving growth and profitability for the organizations she has served. Overall, Aquila is a dynamic leader who is passionate about driving innovation, delivering results, and empowering teams to achieve their full potential. Her extensive experience, coupled with her strategic vision and strong leadership skills, make her a valuable asset to any organization.