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Rati Sahi Levesque is the CEO of The RealReal, a leading luxury resale platform. A results-driven operator with a passion for brand building, consumer behavior, and scaling businesses, she has played a central role in shaping The RealReal into the industry leader it is today.
Who is the CEO of The RealReal?
Rati Sahi Levesque serves as President & CEO of The RealReal, overseeing all of the company's revenue channels and operations. Her responsibilities span the authentication process, machine learning and AI tech developments, operation centers and retail footprints, the team of master authenticators and experts, as well as marketing and merchandising functions. Under her leadership, The RealReal has grown to 30M+ members, kept 28.8M+ luxury items in circulation, and surpassed $3B in cumulative commission payouts.
Rati Sahi Levesque is an operator driven by curiosity, data, efficiency, and results. She is passionate about building and developing a brand and its identity, growing and scaling businesses, learning about consumer behavior, protecting the planet, and advancing equity in the workplace and communities. She has been featured in top press publications including the Wall Street Journal, Barron's, Glamour, Fashionista, Glossy, and ELLE, and has been recognized in the second annual Glossy 50 list, Internet Retailer's Hot 100 issue, Retail Leadership Circle's 2021 Top Women in Retail, and Luxury Daily's 'Luxury Women to Watch' list.
Work History
Rati Sahi Levesque's work history reflects a deep commitment to The RealReal and a strong foundation in retail and entrepreneurship. Here is a detailed list of her positions:
- The RealReal - CEO (October 2024 - Present)
- The RealReal - President + COO (March 2021 - October 2024)
- The RealReal - Interim co-CEO (June 2022 - January 2023)
- Anica Boutique - Owner (June 2005 - May 2011)
Education History
Rati Sahi Levesque studied Business/Managerial Economics at the University of California, Santa Cruz, building the analytical and business foundation that has informed her career as an operator and executive leader.
When did Rati Sahi Levesque join The RealReal?
Rati Sahi Levesque assumed the role of President & CEO at The RealReal in October 2024. Her appointment to the top role was the culmination of years of progressive leadership within the company, during which she helped transform The RealReal into a publicly traded luxury resale platform with a global membership base.
