The RealReal Adds New Board Member, Executives to Support Growth

Luxury resale platform brings on COO from Fanatics, CPO from Sephora, and CRO from Square to bolster leadership team.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The RealReal, the world's largest online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale, announced changes to its Board of Directors and executive leadership team. The company appointed Jennifer McKeehan, COO of Fanatics Commerce, to its Board, while Niki Leondakis departed. The RealReal also added two new senior executives: Tiffany Stevenson as Chief People Officer, previously of Weight Watchers, Box, and Sephora, and Tom Hanrahan as Chief Revenue Officer, who spent 11 years at Square.

Why it matters

These leadership additions reflect The RealReal's focus on scaling its luxury resale business through experienced operators from leading consumer and technology companies. The new Board member and C-suite hires bring expertise in global operations, people strategy, and revenue growth that will be crucial as the company continues expanding its platform and driving sustainable growth in the circular luxury economy.

The details

The RealReal appointed Jennifer McKeehan, COO of Fanatics Commerce, to its Board of Directors, replacing Niki Leondakis. McKeehan has extensive experience leading global operations and supply chain organizations at companies like Walmart, Peloton, and The Home Depot. The company also added two new senior executives: Tiffany Stevenson as Chief People Officer, previously holding leadership roles at Weight Watchers, Box, and Sephora, and Tom Hanrahan as Chief Revenue Officer, who spent over a decade at Square launching new profit levers and scaling sales.

  • The Board of Directors changes and executive leadership additions were effective as of March 6, 2026.

The players

Jennifer McKeehan

Chief Operating Officer of Fanatics Commerce at Fanatics, Inc., with extensive experience leading global operations and supply chain organizations at companies like Walmart, Peloton, and The Home Depot.

Niki Leondakis

Former Board member of The RealReal, who provided valuable guidance during a period of transformation and growth for the company.

Tiffany Stevenson

New Chief People Officer of The RealReal, previously held executive leadership roles at Weight Watchers, Box, and Sephora, where she led global people strategy, organizational development, and culture initiatives.

Tom Hanrahan

New Chief Revenue Officer of The RealReal, previously spent 11 years at Square, where he held executive leadership roles launching new profit levers and scaling outbound sales initiatives.

Rati Sahi Levesque

President and Chief Executive Officer of The RealReal.

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What they’re saying

“I'm honored to join The RealReal's Board at such an exciting moment in the company's trajectory. The RealReal has built a powerful platform at the intersection of luxury, technology, and sustainability, and I look forward to contributing my operational experience to support the company's continued success.”

— Jennifer McKeehan, Chief Operating Officer of Fanatics Commerce (stocktitan.net)

“These leadership additions reflect our continued investment in experienced operators who understand how to scale modern consumer and marketplace businesses. Tiffany and Tom each bring proven leadership from world-class organizations, strengthening our ability to drive sustainable growth while continuing to innovate within luxury resale.”

— Rati Sahi Levesque, President and Chief Executive Officer (stocktitan.net)

What’s next

The RealReal will continue to focus on scaling its luxury resale platform and driving sustainable growth through the leadership of its new Board member and C-suite executives.

The takeaway

The RealReal is bolstering its governance and operational expertise by adding seasoned leaders from prominent consumer and technology companies. This signals the company's commitment to strengthening its position in the circular luxury economy and innovating within the resale market.