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San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco, California

San Francisco, California

Private Dining and Special Events Director for Credo Restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District. I oversee all aspects of private dining, full restaurant buy outs and off-site catering . The Archive, our private dining room, can accommodate up to 55 guests for a formal sit down event or 75 Guests reception style. The room is fully private, equip with a full service bar and surround sound speaker system with wireless mic capability. We believe that good food and good company go hand in hand. We believe in the time-honored tradition of the dinner table debate and the swirling mix of ideas that makes this country great. We believe simple things can be brilliant, like authentic, responsibly- sourced ingredients, attention to detail and gracious hospitality.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Freelance consultant offering bespoke services to small brands and individuals in need of business and/or creative guidance. I specialize in Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Sales, Marketing and International Distribution.

Brooklyn, Ny

Manage International Distribution PartnersDevelop and Implement Sales Plan for all non-corporate international marketsIdentify, vet and setup new distribution networksWork with PD and Operations to meet all international standardsEducate all distribution partners on all product lines and new launches

Greater New York City Area

Conceptualized and actualized the re-launch of the Home, Gifts and Grooming categories on JackThreads.com and Thrillist.com for this $100M online retailer to diversify our product offering, increase our average sales transactions and improve customer retention. Developed unique and exclusive product for the division using existing network of vendors and newly developed outside sources. Managed a team of 3 including an associate buyer, fulfillment coordinator and divisional planner.

Greater New York City Area

-Managed all aspects licensing partnerships and private label business (Brand Sense Partners, House of Fraser, Robert Allen, Thermos, Target.com, Global Views, Westwood)-Responsible for all Creative Services such as retail and wholesale collateral production, photo shoot production (concept, location selection, photographer and stylist selection) and retail/wholesale catalog production-Worked closely with marketing and ecommerce team to ensure we were delivering quality assets to support their monthly plan

Greater New York City Area

-Developed and implemented wholesale strategy for DwellStudio brand for all off-line channels 2011/2012-Assisted EVP Sales in development and management of P&L for the N. America and international markets -Managed 40%+ year-over-year sales growth for N. American market and 75%+ year-over-year growth internationally ‘11/12-Transitioned sales team from 25+ outside independent sales reps to team of 7 inside corporate sales managers including implementation of global CRM and B2B ordering system (Brandwise)-Responsible for merchandising all key accounts along with the respective sales manager to optimize sell-through, enhance brand image, and ensure proper shelf-assortment for strong turns at retail-Worked closely with marketing, design, production and regulatory teams to develop product, packaging and collateral for each territory/channel in operation -Worked closely with planning department to ensure proper forecasting and stock management-Manage all aspects of trade show production including booth design, planning and on-site execution

Greater New York City Area

DwellStudio is the design house for modern home and family furnishings. With graphic prints and bold colors, the company’s designs – which include bedding, accessories, table linens, travel accessories, and a line of baby and children’s furnishings – find excitement in the unexpected.

Greater New York City Area

-Set global strategy and drive execution for SHARPS Barber & Shop brand-Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies to achieve revenue goals-Establish innovative programs focused on SHARPS core competencies and brand identity to drive business and further brand awareness-Establish new channels for growth and align product development process to support this growth-Provoked company vision and strategy to sync with sales and marketing initiatives-Appointed by board of directors to creative advisory board for future brand development initiatives (ie: flagship stores/barbershops, brand co-ops, merchandising)

Greater New York City Area

-Managed and grew sales through business development of luxury spas, specialty retailers and -Managed multiple pipelines simultaneously and sought out new platforms for lead generation-Developed new business criteria for both wholesale and professional programs for the transition of new packaging and brand platform-Coordinated and led quarterly 4 day “Bio-Dynamic Beauty” and “Jurlique Business” courses for top wholesale partners at an offsite organic farm in up-state New York

Greater New York City Area

-Managed domestic and international sales for premium “Barber & Shop” line-Managed d2d customer support from order placement to product issue resolution-Maintained 250+ customer relationships at all levels including Barneys New York, Barney’s Co-Op, Bloomingdale’s and Sephora-Worked with marketing to coordinate successful product launches and customer incentive programs -Hired and managed 5+ direct reports including freelance counter representatives and territory managers-Developed and executed education programs including training all new and existing accounts

Greater New York City Area

The Maritime Hotel was designed in 1966 for the National Maritime Union; hence its name, and its nautical theme. Not just a boutique, not quite a luxury hotel, the Maritime occupies a middle ground all its own — one of New York's few “hip hotels,” yet with a level of service a bit higher than one would find at a flashier nightclub hotel.

San Francisco Bay Area & New York City

Served as an authorized "Register Aide" (able to facilitate minor managerial duties such as returns), Women's Accessories (WAC) Team Leader and Men's Team Leader where I was responsible for managing the daily floor schedule, merchandising and floor sets.

Aa, Musical Theater

Activities and Societies: Julliard Choral Union

High School Diploma, General Education