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La Jolla, California

We use analytical tools to solve business problems, whether in management, strategy, or product development and marketing. We’ll take your quantitative and analytical skills to a new level, so you’ll become a leader with a better kind of business brain—ready to create the essential bridges between science, data, and innovation.Founded in 2003, the Rady School of Management was created as a shared vision by local science and technology leaders with the goal of enhancing the vitality of the strong regional economy. As part of the prestigious UC San Diego campus, the Rady School is surrounded by premier research institutions, accelerators and other top-ranked schools of excellence. Our programs are intensely hands-on, innovation-focused, and inspired by the cutting-edge research of our faculty.The key to UC San Diego's successful development of innovative undergraduate, graduate, Ph.D., and executive education programs is the unique, collaborative environment cultivated by the region's top technology companies, research institutes and universities in the region. San Diego is home to more than 500 biomedical companies, over 1,400 software and computer services companies and is considered the high-tech capital of Southern California. Rady students enjoy vibrant collaborations with other esteemed UC San Diego schools and institutions, including the Jacobs School of Engineering and the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Joint projects include the Scripps-Rady Ocean Plastic Pollution Challenge, a six-month accelerator program focused on identifying effective ways to curb the flow of plastic into the ocean, with a focus on marine conservation and coastline preservation.The Rady School is committed to attracting, welcoming and engaging all local and international populations. The San Diego community gains from the intellectual stimulation, cultural enrichment, social commitment and global understanding of diverse populations.

San Diego, California, United States

Design multi-functional floor-plans for residential and commercial use.Source high-end furnishings and accessories in accordance with each project.Present detailed renderings, timelines, and samples for client approval.Collaborate with tradespeople to streamline communication and avoid delays.Act as liaison between builder, architect, and client ensuring beauty and utility.Work closely within established budgets to ensure timely completion and unsurpassed quality. Create and manage contracts, budgets, and schedules.

Palm Beach, Florida

Reporting directly to the Creative Director, serving as the cross-functional liaison between Stubbs & Wootton and our offshore manufacturing partners, from the sourcing and development through production and final delivery of goods.Oversee product design and development, sampling, production, and final delivery of all assigned merchandise to ensure all components needed for product are acquired and deadlines are met.Create, review, and co-manage specification packages and bill-of-materials for completion and accuracy in the PLM system; work with cross-functional teams to proactively address any outstanding issues that directly affect the final product.Ensure updates are properly recorded and changes are made in tech packs, costing samples, and other tracking documents.Negotiate costing to ensure all styles align with cost/product goals including costs, minimums, lead-time, and quality.Track and facilitate approval of factory submissions such as samples of various stages, fabrics, trims, labels, and test reports.Oversee bespoke department including all special collaborations, custom orders, and management of design archives.Responsible for the development and production of all private collections for J.Crew, Pucci, John Derian, Luke Edward Hall, Brooks Brothers, Mr. Porter, Moda Operandi, Happy Menocal, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Michael Bastian, Lane Crawford, United Arrows, Rancourt, and Castañer.Work in unison with Design, Planning, and Accounting departments to troubleshoot and solve problems of an unusual and complex nature.Meet weekly with warehouse and marketing teams to access productivity and planning.Visit international factories to ensure production, labor, and material compliance standards.

Palm Beach, Florida

Collaborated with the Creative Director and Production Director assisting in the sourcing, development and manufacture of an ever widening array of high quality, internationally produced luxury footwear and accessories.Monitored pre-production approval process to ensure quality and fit.Tracked and accessed weekly factory production status reports.Maintained and organized costing records.Managed and organized style information records and created catalogue of company archives.Communicated daily with all overseas vendors on style development, production and delivery.Worked with buyers on cost, quantity, production planning, sourcing and delivery.Helped to develop and improve tracking and record keeping systems.Responsible for all celebrity and influencer endorsements.Assisted in the transition from RetailPro inventory management to NetSuite.Partnered with the marketing department in the development of our social media and website. Traveled internationally with the Creative Director to source potential factories and new materials.

West Palm Beach, Florida Area

Responsible for developing and maintaining long-term relationships and partnerships with clients, key community leaders, businesses, and organizations within Palm Beach County.Created and managed all social media outlets including company website.Managed and evaluated the performance of all marketing campaigns.Coordinated special events including the Town of Palm Beach Centennial Celebration and the “Do the Write Thing” Anti-Bullying Campaign.Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors, suppliers and clients.Prepared and implemented project budgets and monitored their efficiency.

West Palm Beach, Florida Area

Performed in over thirty various roles, commissioned works, and opera productions. Extensive knowledge of all performed works in Italian, German, French, Spanish and Latin. Attended all company auditions, rehearsals, performances, and special events.Assisted with rehearsal setup and scheduling.Worked closely with local organizations to facilitate community awareness.Founding member of the Young Friends outreach program.

West Palm Beach, Florida Area

Worked as a liaison for the Dean and School of Music administrator. Assisted with casting, planning, and scheduling of student performances. Oversaw performance setup, breakdown, and storage.Prepared repertoires and source librettos for seasonal shows.Attended all meetings and special events.Recipient of School of Music scholarships for academic achievement.