Kiln provides flexible office space and coworking solutions for individuals and teams at 14 locations (and growing) across the Western United States. Our coworking communities are built to inspire, connect, and accelerate growth. Kiln works to increase the growth rates of its member companies through a network of resources and programs that enable access to insight, capital, and talent.

Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) is a leading retailer of moderately priced family footwear and accessories with ~400 stores across the U.S. Member of Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Corporate Governance Committees (Chair).

Gyde & Seek is a disruptive peer-to-peer technology startup connecting discerning travelers with rigorously vetted guides and specialists for private, custom tours and experiences in 20 cities around the world, with more coming soon.

CI&T is a high-growth Global Digital Specialist with a 25-year track record in helping the world’s largest companies achieve digital transformation, with close to 3,000 experts who combine world-class strategy, design, and engineering to solve complex problems for clients.

Senior Vice President - Strategic New Businesses (incl. China and E-Commerce) 2012 – 2014Senior Vice President - Strategy, Initiatives, and Implementation 2009 – 2012Led the development of global corporate strategies, partnering closely with senior management team to identify growth opportunities, develop solutions, and implement strategic initiatives. Built and managed Claire's E-Commerce and China businesses with direct P&L responsibility. Drove major strategic, operational, and organizational projects from concept to implementation for Claire’s and Icing brands globally, in areas including digital / e-commerce / CRM, international expansion, and brand strategy. Member of Global Executive Team. Reported to CEO.

Led client projects and addressed strategic and operational issues, with a particular emphasis on retail and consumer clients. Key topics included corporate strategy, go-to-market (consumer insight, branding, merchandising, customer loyalty / CRM), organization design, and cost reduction. Served as a core member of BCG’s Consumer/Retail and Organization Practice Areas.

Managed launch and rollout of a new cosmetics retail concept housing 25 international brands exclusively in the Australian market. Responsible for retail brand positioning and development, marketing strategy and execution, merchandising, lease negotiations, store build, staff recruitment, and supply chain management. Launched first 4 retail stores, including two concession stores within a department store chain.

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Merchandise Manager - Women's Wovens 1999Merchandise Manager - Men's Wovens 1996 -1998Managed departments with average revenues of $30 million. Directly responsible for strategic and financial planning and purchasing for 39 stores across U.S., Canada, and Asia.

Associate Buyer - Men's European Designer 1995 - 1996Associate Buyer - Men's Private Label 1994 - 1995Executive Trainee 1993Responsible for financial planning, sales analysis, and inventory management among 45 U.S. stores.