Harry Cunningham is Founder of the innovative and purpose-driven retail concept, goodMRKT, and Managing Partner of goodMRKT Holdings.  As founder of goodMRKT, he fostered the groundbreaking retail concept from ideation through launch, while coordinating every phase of its development including Branding, Store Design, Customer Experience, Merchandising and Partnerships.

Subsequent with the launch of goodMRKT, Harry was VP, Retail Brand Experience at Vera Bradley, where he oversaw store development and design, branding, and merchandise presentation for the Vera Bradley and Pura Vida brands. Prior to joining Vera Bradley, Harry served as Senior Vice President of Store Planning, Design and Visual Merchandising at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York City, where he directed the revitalization of Saks’ store design and oversaw its legendary award-winning window displays.

A passionate retail industry ambassador and education advocate, he is an Emeritus Member of the Planning and Visual Education (“PAVE”) Board of Directors, having previously served as Vice President and President during his 10+ year tenure. He also holds several membership positions on higher education advisory boards including LIM College in New York City and FIDM in Los Angeles. Harry and his wife, Shara, live in Southwest Fort Wayne with their twins, Milly and Oliver.  The last time Harry “danced” publicly was at his wedding, more than 25 years ago.