Christina (Cassar) Lipinski

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Global Marketing Executive | Brand Builder | Performance & Digital Innovation | Creative Direction | Inspirational Leadership @ Billy Reid
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New York City Metropolitan Area, United States, United States
About Christina (Cassar) Lipinski

A metrics-driven, brand marketing and digital leader with a relentless focus on delivering results. A strong background in leading social and digital innovation coupled with the development and execution of omni-channel marketing initiatives that consistently deliver transformational results. A brand builder and creative thinker with a vision for the future who develops comprehensive, diversified strategies necessary to increase profitability, drive sales, increase awareness and promote retention and acquisition campaigns. A high energy, forward thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit who excels at building, mentoring, retaining and motivating teams, while providing clear roadmaps to success while continually inspiring to push boundaries and possibilities. Advanced through the ranks to lead, develop and execute Marketing, Digital/Performance and Creative for Vince and Rebecca Taylor as well as the iconic Century 21 Department Store to name a few. The foundation for exemplary "client service" was seeded early with over a decade of agency experience managing blue chip CPG brands such as General Mills, Pepperidge Farm, Oil of Olay and Bristol Myers Squibb. Effective and resourceful with lean resources within faced paced surroundings. SIGNATURE COMPETENCIES:Marketing Innovation & Brand Strategy| Re-Brand, Repositioning & Start-up | Diversified, Multi-Channel Campaigns | Growth & Performance Marketing l Creative Direction & Content Development | Consumer Engagement & Analytics | Storytelling | Integrated Partnerships & Collaborations | Experiential Marketing | Social Media | Mobile Marketing | Customer-Focused & Data-Driven Decisions | Advertising & Media Strategy | Public Relations, Communication & Events | P&L Management | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Process OptimizationLeadership: Trusted Advisor to CEOs and Executive Leadership Team – Operational ExcellenceIndustries: Apparel | Consumer Products | Fashion | Lifestyle | Retail | Technology

Christina (Cassar) Lipinski's Current Company Details
Billy Reid

Billy Reid

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Global Marketing Executive | Brand Builder | Performance & Digital Innovation | Creative Direction | Inspirational Leadership
Christina (Cassar) Lipinski Work Experience Details
  • Billy Reid
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Billy Reid Jun 2022 - Present
    Florence, Alabama, Us
  • Brand, Strategy & Omni-Channel Marketing Consultation
    Principal
    Brand, Strategy & Omni-Channel Marketing Consultation 2015 - Present
    Past Clients: Canvas: (canvasstyle.com) jewelry/accessories startupDeveloped and executed direct to consumer (DTC) launch inclusive of revamped brand identity, site redesign and re-platform, digital marketing strategy, social platformsMadaLuxe: luxury/fashion off-price distributorBrand reposition and launch strategy for website and first DTC flagship store, digital, social, influencer campaigns
  • Alpha Industries, Inc.
    Head Of Global Marketing
    Alpha Industries, Inc. 2021 - 2022
    Chantilly, Va, Us
  • Ashley Stewart, Inc.
    Vp Of Marketing
    Ashley Stewart, Inc. 2019 - 2021
    Secaucus, Nj, Us
  • Century 21 Department Stores
    Vice President Marketing + Creative (Department Head)
    Century 21 Department Stores 2015 - 2018
    New York, Ny, Us
  • Vince
    Vice President Marketing + Creative
    Vince 2013 - 2015
    New York, Ny, Us
    A leading global luxury apparel brand founded in 2002 (formerly a subsidiary of Kellwood Company) with a range of luxury lifestyle products.In 2013, I was retained and appointed head of marketing for VINCE following $200M IPO and spin off from the Kellwood Company in 2013. Here, I built the entire dedicated marketing function from the ground up and executed a comprehensive Omni-channel retailer strategy, owning all aspects of Creative, Production, Social, Public Relations, Events, Media, CRM and Digital. During this time, I built, mentored and led a dedicated, 15-person, in-house creative, PR and marketing team. Highlighted results include: • Delivered double-digit growth across all channels as an integral member of the senior leadership team, boosting retail sales by 32% ($40.4M to $53.5M); higher then expected by analysts. • Delivered +127% aggregated growth in social media engagement within 1 year of new social platform launch.• Utilized CRM segmentation and re-targeting for Facebook advertising achieving a +20% lift in customer acquisition.• Doubled e-commerce sales growth in < 24 months by overhauling marketing strategy to increase online engagement. • Increased in-store traffic and sales by 149% by building and expanding a domestic retail event strategy. • Delivered 7.7% growth YTD in digital marketing-driven e-commerce sales with a 4.2x ROI. • Drove retail comps through expanded marketing program. • Increased in-store customer capture, currently trending at 82% for full-price stores, a 15% increase over 2013. • Increased DTC distribution by >800% by aggressively negotiating fall media rates with extensive value add. • Built global press strategy to drive brand awareness within the industry and retail markets.
  • Kellwood Company
    Cmo: Vince, Rebecca Taylor, Adam Lippes, Blk Dnm
    Kellwood Company 2011 - 2013
    Leading apparel manufacturer and marketer, formerly owned by affiliates of Sun Capital Partners, managing a broad portfolio of brands, including: VINCE, Rebecca Taylor, Adam Lippes, Sag Harbor, Briggs NY, Jolt, and My Michelle, as well as licensed brands XOXO, David Meister and Sam Edelman Apparel.From 2011 to 2012, as VP of Marketing, I led the strategic direction and execution of marketing initiatives for contemporary brands: VINCE, Rebecca Taylor, and Adam Lippes, under the direction of the LA-based CMO. In 2012, I was appointed Interim CMO, where I provided marketing leadership for Kellwood’s entire portfolio of brands. Key highlights include: • Chosen by private equity firm, Sun Capital Partners, to step into interim CMO role and lead all marketing functions for all brands under the Kellwood portfolio. • Pushed to incorporate an Omni-channel retailing strategy, and established KPI metrics for all initiatives.• Played an integral role in growing VINCE to become one of the company’s most successful brands. • Introduced many “firsts” for the VINCE brand, yielding transformational results in conversion and engagement. • Owned and produced all creative with 1 partner; built comprehensive communication plan to drive engagement. • Consistently delivered balanced marketing budgets by providing strong fiscal stewardship.
  • Kellwood Company
    Vp Marketing (All Portfolio Brands)
    Kellwood Company 2002 - 2010
    Following 10+ years in agency, I initially joined the Kellwood Company as Marketing Director for The Emme® Collection (2002 – 2004). In 2005, I was promoted to lead creative direction and development for Kellwood brands: VINCE, XOXO, Jolt, David Meister, O Oscar/Oscar de la Renta. Key highlights include:• Reduced yearly production expenditures by 70%. • Decreased print rates 35% by leading aggressive media negotiations. • Boosted e-commerce sales by 400% for VINCE.com since obtaining management of the site in 2009. • Spearheaded all marketing plans and collateral for the exclusive launch of O Oscar.
  • Gotham Inc.
    Senior Management Supervisor
    Gotham Inc. 1999 - 2002
    New York, Ny, Us
    Created and executed strategic campaigns for leading CPG brands including: Ross Laboratories, Sara Lee and Bristol Myers Squibb. Key highlights include: • Developed strategy and managed the launch of Glucerna’s first print and television campaign which resulted in +69% in sales and 36% brand awareness the first year.
  • Saatchi & Saatchi
    Senior Account Supervisor
    Saatchi & Saatchi 1996 - 1999
    London, Greater London, Gb
  • Grey Group
    Account Supervisor
    Grey Group 1994 - 1996
    New York, Ny, Us

Christina (Cassar) Lipinski Education Details

  • Southern Connecticut State University
    Southern Connecticut State University

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Christina (Cassar) Lipinski attended Southern Connecticut State University.

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