Leadership

eBay Announces Appointment of Gigi Ganatra Duff as Chief Communications Officer

Press Release

eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY), a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world, today announced the appointment of Gigi Ganatra Duff as Chief Communications Officer reporting to Chief Growth Officer Julie Loeger. Effective September 23, 2024, Gigi will lead the global communications team including all internal and external communications, social media, public affairs, ESG communications, eBay Foundation, and content.

A highly talented and experienced communicator, Gigi spent the last seven years at Nordstrom as the Vice President of Corporate Affairs. Over the past two decades, she has led corporate and employee communications, social impact, public affairs, and brand PR & event marketing teams across the hospitality, real estate, and retail sectors. She brings a particular passion for building strong brands and a deep commitment to advancing global impact through meaningful ESG strategies. 

“Gigi’s demonstrated ability to drive transformative change, build high-performing teams and lead through complex initiatives is exactly what eBay needs as we continue to reinvent the future of ecommerce,” said Julie Loeger, Chief Growth Officer and Chair of the eBay Foundation Board of Directors. “Her customer focus and empathetic leadership style have consistently delivered results while her deep passion for driving social impact and integrating ESG work into brands aligns perfectly with eBay’s DNA. I am confident her leadership and vision will bring fresh energy and innovation to eBay.”

“I am incredibly excited to join eBay during such a pivotal moment of transformation,” said Gigi Ganatra Duff. “eBay’s mission to create economic opportunity for all is something that resonates with me deeply.  As a passionate storyteller, I look forward to amplifying the impactful stories of eBay’s community and products, while fostering strong partnerships and experiences that help shape the brand’s vision. Together with this talented team, I’m eager to contribute to this next chapter of innovation and growth.”  

Gigi serves on the board of directors at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and previously on the foundation board of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. 

About eBay

eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive. Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay is one of the world's largest and most vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique selection. In 2023, eBay enabled more than $73 billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.