Ajay Gopal serves as Chief Financial Officer at The RealReal Inc., the world's largest online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale. With more than 25 years of experience in finance, retail, and consulting, Gopal has a proven track record of driving profitability, scaling operations, and navigating complex market dynamics for high-growth consumer brands. He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School and a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, before beginning his career as a consultant at McKinsey & Company. Prior to joining The RealReal in May 2022, Gopal was CFO at Farfetch, where he spearheaded the company's financial strategy through its public listing via SPAC and managed capital allocation amid rapid international expansion. Previously, he held the role of Executive Vice President and CFO at Macy's Retail Holdings, overseeing financial planning, treasury, and investor relations for the retailer's core operations. Earlier, as CFO of Old Navy at Gap Inc., he led transformative initiatives that boosted revenue growth, improved margins, and optimized supply chain efficiencies during a period of competitive disruption. In his current role at The RealReal, Gopal directs all aspects of finance, including accounting, tax, treasury, and investor relations, with a focus on achieving sustainable profitability and long-term value creation. He has played a pivotal role in enhancing gross margins, streamlining inventory management, and strengthening the balance sheet, enabling the company to capitalize on the booming luxury resale market while positioning it for accelerated growth.