Mary Dillon
Keynote Speaker: President & CEO of Foot Locker; Former CEO of Ulta Beauty
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Mary N. Dillon is the CEO of Foot Locker and has been an influential figure in the world of business, with a career spanning decades at some of the most recognized companies in the United States. She served as the Chief Executive Officer and President of Ulta Beauty, Inc. from 2013 until 2021, when she transitioned into the role of Chair. During her tenure at Ulta, she announced plans for the company to expand its business internationally, beginning with store openings in Canada. Prior to Ulta, Dillon held the position of Chief Executive Officer and President of United States Cellular Corporation from 2010 to 2013.
Her expansive career also includes a role as Global Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of McDonald's Corp. from 2005 to 2010, overseeing the company's worldwide marketing efforts and global brand strategy across 118 countries. She has been an Independent Director at Starbucks Corporation since 2016 and currently serves as a non-executive director of the company.
Dillon began her career in marketing for Quaker Oats in 1984, steadily rising through the ranks to hold several positions of increasing responsibility over the years. She has also held various positions at PepsiCo Corporation for approximately five years. With a strong foundation in marketing, she has served as Vice President of Marketing for several organizations, including Gatorade, Quaker Foods, and Gardenburger Company.
Beyond her business achievements, Dillon has made significant contributions to philanthropy, becoming a trustee of the Save the Children Federation in 2016. In recognition of her philanthropic leadership, she was awarded the prestigious Sandra Taub Humanitarian Award in October 2018. She also maintains involvement as a Board Member of non-profit organizations such as the Ounce of Prevention Fund, World Business Chicago, the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago, and Loyola Academy.
Her leadership and influence have garnered notable recognition. Dillon was named one of Fortune's most powerful women in 2016, and in June 2019, she was named one of Barron's best CEOs. She was also named to Fortune's Business Person of the Year list in 2015. Dillon earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Asian Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
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Mary Dillon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Executive Leadership, Women in Business, Female Leadership, Beauty, Retail, Lifestyle, Business, Sales and Business Leadership.
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Mary Dillon generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Mary Dillon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Executive Leadership, Women in Business and Female Leadership. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Mary Dillon generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sarah Kauss, Sophia Amoruso and Jennifer Hyman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mary Dillon for an upcoming event.
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How do I book Mary Dillon to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Mary Dillon for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mary Dillon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mary Dillon, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Mary Dillon speak about?
Mary Dillon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Executive Leadership, Women in Business, Female Leadership, Beauty, Retail, Lifestyle, Business, Sales and Business Leadership. -
Where does Mary Dillon travel from?
Mary Dillon generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mary Dillon?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mary Dillon for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mary Dillon for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Mary Dillon or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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