Mike McSheffrey

Mike McSheffrey

Senior Analyst

Mike McSheffrey brings more than 20 years of retail experience, from independent retailers to corporate offices at major big-box chains, giving him a deep understanding of merchandising, planning, and retail operations. With over 25 years in customer- and client-facing roles and 15 years of analytical and planning experience, he combines strong communication skills with a data-driven approach to helping retailers grow profitably.

A History graduate of the University of Connecticut, Mike applies analytical thinking and pattern recognition to retail strategy and performance. He also brings strong expertise in retail technology and reporting tools, using platforms like Blacks’ client Portal to help clients understand trends, improve decision-making, and keep key business metrics on track.

Tech Meets Trends

As both an analyst and planner, Mike combines analytical expertise with a deep understanding of retail trends to uncover insights that drive business growth. Mike specializes in transforming complex sales and inventory data into clear, actionable strategies that improve performance and profitability.

Mike’s knowledge of merchandising, pricing, and seasonal trends enables him to identify opportunities and anticipate market shifts. By leveraging data visualization, reporting, and predictive analytics, Mike helps owners and buyers make informed, data-driven decisions with confidence.

Experience

Mike joined Blacks full-time in 2016, and quickly become a trusted consultant to many men’s and women’s wear retailers, both online and off. He also specializes in multi-store operations, creating store-by-store plans that roll up to unified goals.

BA, University of Connecticut, History
20 years of retail experience
Specialty: Data Analysis