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Raleigh, North Carolina, Us

Raleigh, North Carolina, Us

Raleigh, North Carolina, Us

Baltimore, Maryland, Us

- Owned the development of styles through completed tech packs – BOMs, construction sketch and measurement charts- Actively ran fit sessions, both 3D and physical prototypes, with cross functional teams- Reviewed patterns and 3D virtual prototypes in Optitex to expedite approval process and reduce sample costs- Communicated with factories throughout development to ensure most production friendly and cost efficient construction is executed- Achieved 100% buy ready for product through risk assessment management- Tracked and prepared styles to present to upper management for milestone meetings- Processed multi-country and resource styles to assist sourcing team with shorter lead times and improve margins- Worked with quality assurance team to manage any production issues and suggest best solution- Partnered with wear test team to ensure correct products are actively wear tested and feedback is acted upon when necessary

Baltimore, Maryland, Us

- Worked with Operations to create calendar for Olympic product team to follow, providing accountability and metrics- Taught an ‘Athlete Interaction’ and ‘How to Measure on Body’ course for department- Traveled to factories to review, fit, and sign-off on samples in real time, shortening our approval process- Assisted manager in building technical packages, measuring and evaluating prototypes in preparation for fits- Took fit notes for manager and followed up with cross functional teammates on any necessary action points- Wrote clear and concise fit comments to factories regarding updates from prototypes- Reviewed and processed pre-production samples with managers- Reviewed and processed sublimation strikeovers, screen prints, and embroidery submits

- Attended Apparel and Accessories Market in Atlanta, GA and Dallas, TX every two month achieving sales goals and acquiring new stores to carry and sell the brand.- Processed wholesale orders by reviewing invoices and managing orders resulting in accurate and on-time order fulfillment and billing.- Partnered with account managers, processes work orders, and communicates product feedback to ensure increased brand quality and product satisfaction.

- Attended Apparel and Accessories Market in Atlanta, GA. Achieved sales goals and acquisitions of new store targets to carry the brand expanding the company’s clientele.- Instrumental in the successful South East region road ordering by preparing and organizing samples.- Organized inventory for the company’s winter sample sale while achieving sales goals by 150% growth.

- Assisted with market week preparations resulting in enhanced brand image through merchandised products.- Restructured social media accounts daily driving consistency of brand image to on-line consumers- Organized inventory and visually merchandised the sample sale.

New York, New York, Us

- Attended September 2013 ENK Coterie. Helped Elizabeth McKay promote their brand; satisfy customers by helping with orders.- Edited an efficient, easy to read, Spring 2014 line sheet causing increased sales through the portfolio.- Provided personal feedback on the Spring 2014 prints/patterns resulting in adjustments to drive sales.- Uploaded images of Fall 2013 products to website providing outlet for retail and wholesale opportunities.

New York, Us

- Utilized visual merchandising and presentation skills to increase customer engagement and sales.- Assessed sales of key items and moved merchandise to successful floor regions.- Coordinated a special event and analyzed the impact of the event on sales.

- Gaining experience with retail, home goods, fine jewelry, and accessories as well as customer service and merchandising.- Actively satisfied customers by catering to their tastes and respectfully offering insight on products.

- Scheduled and managed all employees- Handled all pool issues

Masters Global Innovation Management (Mgim), Global Luxury Management

Master Of Science (Msc), Global Luxury Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Fashion Textile Management, Concentration: Brand Management & Marketing