John Strain

John Strain is an experienced executive in digital transformation and technology strategy, currently serving as the Chairman and Independent Director at Leslie's Poolmart, Inc. since August 2018. Strain has also held independent director roles at EDITED, Hyatt Die Cast & Engineering Corporation, and Infogain, with advisory positions at multiple digital-focused companies. Prior leadership positions include Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Gap Inc., where significant growth in eCommerce and omni-channel business was achieved, and SVP of Industries for Retail and Consumer Goods at Salesforce. A former EVP at Williams-Sonoma, Strain possesses extensive expertise in technology and digital marketing, supported by a B.S. in Finance from Santa Clara University.