Cheryl Merz, Mba Email & Phone Number

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

Mason, Ohio, United States

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, prototype, and bring new hospitality bedding products to market, driving both company growth and customer satisfaction. Offerings are aligned with seasonal demands and guest preferences.- Develop competitive pricing strategies for products, ensuring optimal pro tability while maintaining market competitiveness.- Attend key hospitality trade shows to promote company products, engage with potential clients, and build industry… Show more - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, prototype, and bring new hospitality bedding products to market, driving both company growth and customer satisfaction. Offerings are aligned with seasonal demands and guest preferences.- Develop competitive pricing strategies for products, ensuring optimal pro tability while maintaining market competitiveness.- Attend key hospitality trade shows to promote company products, engage with potential clients, and build industry relationships, driving brand awareness and expanding market presence.- Continue product design and development. Show less

Mason, Ohio, United States

- Led the design and development of innovative new products under both national and private brands, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.- Collaborated with both domestic and international sourcing and creative teams.- Managed the product design lifecycle, including tech packs, sample requests, PLM system updates, and factory communications.- Participated biannually in the NYC Home Market Show to showcase new product lines, engage with existing clients, and… Show more - Led the design and development of innovative new products under both national and private brands, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.- Collaborated with both domestic and international sourcing and creative teams.- Managed the product design lifecycle, including tech packs, sample requests, PLM system updates, and factory communications.- Participated biannually in the NYC Home Market Show to showcase new product lines, engage with existing clients, and strengthen customer relationships.- Developed biannual line plans to create tailored product offerings for Good, Better, and Best customer segments, maximizing sales opportunities across diverse consumer demographics. Show less

- Create custom pet portrait drawings using colored pencil, capturing the likeness and personality of each pet.- Donate a portion of proceeds to an animal rescue organization chosen by the customer.- Manage all aspects of the commission process, from client communication to final delivery of artwork.

West Chester, Ohio

- Collaborated with design and product development teams to create seasonal sales presentations featuring trending pop culture products, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite to produce visually engaging materials that supported sales and client presentations.- Regularly visited retail locations to analyze merchandising strategies and identify emerging product trends, providing valuable insights to optimize product assortment.- Boosted sales by tracking customer progress, proactively… Show more - Collaborated with design and product development teams to create seasonal sales presentations featuring trending pop culture products, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite to produce visually engaging materials that supported sales and client presentations.- Regularly visited retail locations to analyze merchandising strategies and identify emerging product trends, providing valuable insights to optimize product assortment.- Boosted sales by tracking customer progress, proactively identifying and removing roadblocks, and maintaining clear communication with sales representatives to ensure timely follow-up and support.- Spearheaded a company-wide pet food and supply drive, coordinating logistics, outreach, and employee engagement, resulting in significant contributions to local animal shelters and fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility. Show less

Cincinnati, Ohio

- Measured patients and created custom post-surgery therapy garments to aid in recovery, ensuring proper fit and comfort.- Assisted in the fitting and adjustment of garments, providing ongoing support throughout the recovery process.

- Designed and created prototypes for a canine/feline post-surgery garment, incorporating functionality, comfort, and durability based on pet healthcare needs.- Conducted in-depth market research to gather insights on competitor products, fabric types, and sourcing options, ensuring the development of a competitive and high-quality product.

Cincinnati Area, Ky

Mba, Business Administration And Management, General, 3.2

Bachelor'S Degree, Fashion/Apparel Design, 3.7

Activities and Societies: Journalism Certificate University Honors Association, Cincinnatus Scholarship participant - Cum Laude.