Helping retailers increase sales with a better solution for marketing, loyalty & customer service. Founded in 2020, RipeMetrics is a Marketing Technology company that offers a suite of AI, business intelligence & marketing communication tools in a Customer Service & Customer Experience Management platform that helps retailers optimize performance and improve retention throughout the customer journey with richer engagement that also gathers valuable feedback & reviews. Our platform personalizes… Show more Helping retailers increase sales with a better solution for marketing, loyalty & customer service. Founded in 2020, RipeMetrics is a Marketing Technology company that offers a suite of AI, business intelligence & marketing communication tools in a Customer Service & Customer Experience Management platform that helps retailers optimize performance and improve retention throughout the customer journey with richer engagement that also gathers valuable feedback & reviews. Our platform personalizes customer service & marketing with automated messaging that is backed by behavioral science and leading data, and then uses AI to offer smarter marketing tools that help increase sales by improving retention- Customer retention is the key to the game. Show less

As a real estate professional, Aaron blends the best of his creative and business know-how. Whether its helping investors renovate, design, and market properties to negotiating the best possible outcome for all his clients, Aaron's goal is to exceed expectations and be at the client’s side from start to finish. Aaron has spent years in the real estate industry successfully coaching clients, agents, business owners, sales teams, and leadership groups to implement change while growing themselves… Show more As a real estate professional, Aaron blends the best of his creative and business know-how. Whether its helping investors renovate, design, and market properties to negotiating the best possible outcome for all his clients, Aaron's goal is to exceed expectations and be at the client’s side from start to finish. Aaron has spent years in the real estate industry successfully coaching clients, agents, business owners, sales teams, and leadership groups to implement change while growing themselves and businesses. Top traits identified by his peers and clients include trust, integrity, endless energy, professionalism and industry knowledge.Growing up in his family's retail business, Aaron learned at an early age the value of the consumer experience. His passion for branding and design led him to a career in the fashion industry where he was as President and Chief Creative Officer for Bruno Magli Group based in Bologna, Italy and President of Polo Ralph Lauren Footwear in New York, and Vice President of Macy's. While successful at leading other family owned organizations through growth and change, Aaron's true passion was to develop his own company. He founded The Schwartz Consulting Group and became a top contractor for the retail and fashion practices of PricewaterhouseCoopers. Skilled in business consulting, strategic leadership growth, sales and brand growth, Aaron has advised world class organizations such as Keller Williams, Nordstrom, Zappos.com, Bruno Magli, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Palacio de Hierro, on sales growth, people growth, brand growth and product development. Show less

Aaron, based in Bethesda, Maryland is a professional licensed real estate specialist for clients and partners in the Washington metropolitan area including Montgomery County, Washington DC, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Chevy Chase, Rockville and more.... Aaron's objective is to exceed clients' expectations by providing a full-service, stress-free and financially rewarding real estate experience! With Aaron, clients come first. Aaron is a trusted advocate for his clients and delivers… Show more Aaron, based in Bethesda, Maryland is a professional licensed real estate specialist for clients and partners in the Washington metropolitan area including Montgomery County, Washington DC, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Chevy Chase, Rockville and more.... Aaron's objective is to exceed clients' expectations by providing a full-service, stress-free and financially rewarding real estate experience! With Aaron, clients come first. Aaron is a trusted advocate for his clients and delivers results for buyers, sellers and investors! Aaron and Keller Williams Capital Properties are on a mission to transform lives and communities through real estate. Keller Williams Capital Properties was recognized as a Washington Post Top Workplace for the third year in a row and is the fastest growing real estate brokerage in the Washington metropolitan area. Show less

Driving a curated blend of sales and operations businesses creating vibrant and dynamic destinations and communities that offer a unique internal/external client experience* Worked with Founder, President & AGM to develop & maintain initiatives for local market and regional growth with a people first business!* Created a plan to manage largescale sales projects thatincreased revenue and market share in MD, DC, VA* Increased growth of existingmid-tier agents by 33% in… Show more Driving a curated blend of sales and operations businesses creating vibrant and dynamic destinations and communities that offer a unique internal/external client experience* Worked with Founder, President & AGM to develop & maintain initiatives for local market and regional growth with a people first business!* Created a plan to manage largescale sales projects thatincreased revenue and market share in MD, DC, VA* Increased growth of existingmid-tier agents by 33% in first 6months and $15MM in the first 12 months * Maintained 100% retention ofprofit producing agents for 12+months* Developed & Implemented aCoaching/Growth driver role that increased revenue &retention with over $15MM in sales* Developed & implemented Build a Better Agent Program delivering growth for agents in production and newer agents in their first 120 days. * Exceed regional profit marginsconsecutively for 2022 and first half of 2023 (YTD)* Day to Day management of real estate business, new office/retail build-out, coaching clients, coaching teams, agents in production and multi branch/unit business offices* Continually Recruited top preforming leadership and sales agents to enterprise Show less

Aaron is a fourth generation retailer, from a family business founded in the late 19th century that lasted over 120 years, and is committed to providing world class services to his clients. He is based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and is a licensed Realtor in Maryland and Washington DC. Working with buyers, sellers and real estate investors, Aaron is focused on delivering results. Before joining Branches Realty Aaron served as a CEO, business owner, managed brand development, and… Show more Aaron is a fourth generation retailer, from a family business founded in the late 19th century that lasted over 120 years, and is committed to providing world class services to his clients. He is based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and is a licensed Realtor in Maryland and Washington DC. Working with buyers, sellers and real estate investors, Aaron is focused on delivering results. Before joining Branches Realty Aaron served as a CEO, business owner, managed brand development, and provided executive coaching, project management, business development, crisis management, and product development for various companies. Aaron has also lived and worked in Europe, and been profiled and featured in several consumer magazines, newspapers, and trade publications internationally. By utilizing the latest in technology, superior market experience, and top-quality real estate marketing plans, Aaron is a delight to his clients.Email mail: aaron@branchesrealty.com Show less

Aaron serves as the co-founder of Ingersoll + Schwartz, LLC and Lucky Dog Ptown. Aaron manages the day-to-day operation and brand development of Lucky Dog Ptown as well as consulting projects the company is engaged in. Aaron served as the founder of The Schwartz Consulting Group and was a top contractor for the retail and fashion practices of Karabus Management and PricewaterhouseCoopers. As an industry veteran of retail, marketing, merchandising and sales in the fashion footwear, handbags and… Show more Aaron serves as the co-founder of Ingersoll + Schwartz, LLC and Lucky Dog Ptown. Aaron manages the day-to-day operation and brand development of Lucky Dog Ptown as well as consulting projects the company is engaged in. Aaron served as the founder of The Schwartz Consulting Group and was a top contractor for the retail and fashion practices of Karabus Management and PricewaterhouseCoopers. As an industry veteran of retail, marketing, merchandising and sales in the fashion footwear, handbags and accessories sectors, Aaron’s career has included positions as President of Polo Ralph Lauren Footwear, President and Chief Creative Officer for the Bruno Magli Group based in Bologna Italy, and VP/DMM for Women’s Shoes at Federated Department Stores. Earlier in his career he was at Ann Taylor Stores and Macy’s West in various merchandising and executive assignments. Aaron is also a lifetime member of the Two/Ten Footwear Foundation Aaron has lived and worked in Europe as well as the United States. He has also been profiled and featured in several consumer magazines and trade publications globally.. Show less

Focused on the application of ideas, trends & inspiration that remix, reclassify, reintegrate, reposition, revitalize and redesign existing brand assets to meet strategic goals Aaron delivers global experience, creative intelligence, superior business acumen, proven industry experience, excellent leadership skills, the capacity and know how to “drive” a business, full understanding of product lifecycle processes; success is my reoccurring theme. We will engage for business development… Show more Focused on the application of ideas, trends & inspiration that remix, reclassify, reintegrate, reposition, revitalize and redesign existing brand assets to meet strategic goals Aaron delivers global experience, creative intelligence, superior business acumen, proven industry experience, excellent leadership skills, the capacity and know how to “drive” a business, full understanding of product lifecycle processes; success is my reoccurring theme. We will engage for business development, brand development, product development, merchandising plans, trend forecasting, trend research, expert speaking engagements, beauty, treatment, and fragrance product development. Engagements include PricewaterhouseCoopers, Karabus Management, Bain & Company, Aldo Group, Sears, Zappos.com, Stuart Weitzman, Clarks, Taryn Rose, In Fiore, International Orange, Bruno Magli, Dillards,The Children’s Place, Collective Brands, Sears, Payless ShoeSource, El Palacio de Hierro, A-List Skincare and more Show less

Karabus Management, a division of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, assists retailers achieve meaningful best in class improvements in operational, merchandising and financial performance, through a number of practice areas that include but are not limited to: strategic advisory services, merchandising optimization, replenishment optimization, fashion and seasonal retailing, assortment planning & allocation, markdown optimization, value assessments, finance & accounting transformation, store… Show more Karabus Management, a division of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, assists retailers achieve meaningful best in class improvements in operational, merchandising and financial performance, through a number of practice areas that include but are not limited to: strategic advisory services, merchandising optimization, replenishment optimization, fashion and seasonal retailing, assortment planning & allocation, markdown optimization, value assessments, finance & accounting transformation, store operations, IT effectiveness, and category planning. Our top clients include retailers across the specialty store, department store, grocery/drug store, and big box retail formats throughout North America. Show less

Worked with PRLC senior management on the movement of the business into the PRLC Company after purchase from Reebok.Responsible for the general management of global wholesale and retail footwear division: product development, merchandising, sales, marketing and morePolo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.. The Company's brand names, which… Show more Worked with PRLC senior management on the movement of the business into the PRLC Company after purchase from Reebok.Responsible for the general management of global wholesale and retail footwear division: product development, merchandising, sales, marketing and morePolo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances.. The Company's brand names, which include "Polo by Ralph Lauren", "Ralph Lauren Purple Label", "Ralph Lauren", "Black Label", "Blue Label", "Lauren by Ralph Lauren", "Polo Jeans Co.", "RRL", "RLX", "Rugby", "RL Childrenswear", "Chaps", and "Club Monaco" among others. Show less

Based in Italy and the USA•Responsible for the general management of the global wholesale and retail of Bruno Magli products; product development, merchandising, sales, operations and marketing. •Managed and developed line-building plans, development of delivery and production calendars, and general product lifecycle calendars. •Managed directly multiple design groups and factories in Italy to insure direction and quality of all collections to exceed brand standard.… Show more Based in Italy and the USA•Responsible for the general management of the global wholesale and retail of Bruno Magli products; product development, merchandising, sales, operations and marketing. •Managed and developed line-building plans, development of delivery and production calendars, and general product lifecycle calendars. •Managed directly multiple design groups and factories in Italy to insure direction and quality of all collections to exceed brand standard. •Attended trade shows and conferences for business development, wholesale sales and product components around the world.•Analyzed domestic and international markets, trends and customers businesses to insure appropriate trends, deliveries and assortments across all branded areas. Planned, merchandised and managed “open stock” programs. •Managed global retail buying, merchandising, marketing and visual merchandising teams for retail and wholesale. Show less

•Directly responsible for general management of women’s shoe business in over 100 stores with annual volume exceeding $300M.•Responsible for meeting and or exceeding sales and gross margin goals in multiple departments and divisions.•Responsible for the content, operations, staffing, marketing and assortment planning for all Macy’s East stores from Puerto Rico to Maine. •Manage seasonal advertising programs including direct mail, television, radio and newspaper. •Managed… Show more •Directly responsible for general management of women’s shoe business in over 100 stores with annual volume exceeding $300M.•Responsible for meeting and or exceeding sales and gross margin goals in multiple departments and divisions.•Responsible for the content, operations, staffing, marketing and assortment planning for all Macy’s East stores from Puerto Rico to Maine. •Manage seasonal advertising programs including direct mail, television, radio and newspaper. •Managed, developed consistent multi-store and market specific branded assortments. . •Manage planning process to develop and insure appropriate inventory flow and levels by location. •Directly responsible for the development and supervision buyers, associate buyers, assistant buyers, regional merchandisers, brand coordinators, marketing managers and multiple operations managers. •Member of creative strategy team. Leader of cooperate merchandising team. Show less

•Responsible for management of footwear and fashion accessory business in over 300 stores with volume exceeding $175M. •Responsible for sales, gross margin and ROI goals in multiple departments •Managed product development and assortment process to insure consistent multi-store and market specific Ann Taylor RTW coordinated assortments. •Responsible for the development and management of the product lifecycle calendar. •Managed planning process to develop and insure… Show more •Responsible for management of footwear and fashion accessory business in over 300 stores with volume exceeding $175M. •Responsible for sales, gross margin and ROI goals in multiple departments •Managed product development and assortment process to insure consistent multi-store and market specific Ann Taylor RTW coordinated assortments. •Responsible for the development and management of the product lifecycle calendar. •Managed planning process to develop and insure appropriate inventory levels •Directly responsible for the development and supervision of merchandising team. •Product categories included footwear, handbags, small leather accessories, belts, and fashion accessories. Show less

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