Daniel Pacek Email & Phone Number

Leonia, NJ

At Dan and John Life, we believe that your space matters -- and that a thoughtfully designed environment enhances well-being and promotes the enjoyment of daily life. Meeting our clients at the intersection of Interior Design, Architecture, Personal Branding, and Well-being, we apply design expertise, a common sense approach, and creative intuition to.

Leonia, NJ

Provided conceptual design, analysis and strategy to QSR and non-traditional foodservice clients including: Jack in the Box, Which Wich, McAlister's Deli, and BK Cafe -Prepared and presented design analysis and recommendations for the enhancement of guest / brand expereience-Designed and coordinated production renderings of branded kiosk concepts for.

Leonia, NJ

I evisioned, designed, prepared construction drawings, gained town variance approval, managed and oversaw construction of a 615 SF addition plus new garage, and renovation to my home and gardens.My partner and my dog and I not only survived living through the construction, we blogged about it! The project came out beautifully. The exterior blends.

• Aramis and Designer Fragrances, a division of Esteé Lauder Cos.Director, Visual Merchandising 2006 - 2008Consultant 2004 - 2006Led Store Design and Merchandising teams in the design and development of display elements.
• Directed the development of design in response to dynamic factors of pricing, timelines, production and creative/marketing strategy and maintained integrity of creative vision.
• Coordinated with international teams on development of annual cost targets and schedule of offerings for merchandising elements; streamlined offerings and reduced average unit costs by 15%.
• Achieved consensus and design approvals with executive, licensee, marketing and creative teams on re-design of DKNY Men launch tester unit and kept to original production schedule.
• Coordinated production of launch merchandising programs with global and domestic development teams; targeted opportunities and achieved cost savings through shared tooling and components.
• Created new guidelines for implementation of Store Design and Visual Merchandising strategies and improved communication to global markets.

• Provided conceptual design, strategy and construction management services to retail and restaurant clients.
• As consultant to Kepron and Associates, developed and presented concepts for Union College Bookstore.
• Designed and oversaw construction of 1800 SF Insight Optical fashion eyewear store and optometrist office.
• Created feasibility design study for expansion of Dan-o Restaurant.

• Provided creative vision and led team throughout all phases of design process from concept to construction at architectural office specializing in consumer environments. Managed three junior designers.
• Applied brand re-imaging standards to existing Au Bon Pain bakery cafés and coordinated construction documents for roll-out of design in three cities.
• Developed winning proposal for retail enhancement program sponsored by City of Cambridge.
• Created and delivered "Best Retail Practices" presentation and conducted workshops.

• Led the Creative Services department in mid-sized consultancy and provided strategy and creative vision to clients including Nestle, Kraft Foods, Starbucks, CocaCola, Marriott and Unilever. Managed, directed and.
• Produced $400K annual revenue and achieved 35% profit in Creative Services.
• Collaborated with business strategy and marketing directors and expanded portfolio of consultative services; built company's reputation for integration of design vision with business strategy.
• Strengthened client relationships by communicating design benefits, writing effective briefs, and conducting successful presentations.
• Created vision for integrated design solution for Nescafe USA that delivered effective brand communication and achieved marketing and business objectives. Managed prototype design.

• Managed all business, creative, and production aspects of independent design studio specializing in retail environments, environmental graphics and fixture design. Contracted and directed draftspersons, graphic.
• Designed award-winning "Store of the Year" fashion eyewear retail store, achieving first place in international competition.
• Translated design of 1500 sf prototype store to second location where sales volume projections were exceeded by 20%.
• Conceptualized, designed, and oversaw construction of 2500 sf bakery-restaurant; achieved look and feel of well-established branded concept.
• Persuaded client to invest in complete renovation and re-branding of optometrist and eyeglasses store; impact of design exceeded expectations contributing to 40% business growth.

• Managed design review process and oversaw construction of all leasehold and tenant improvements for 150 shops and restaurants at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Concurrently served as design coordinator for two shopping.
• Achieved design solutions that satisfied both landlord and merchant requirements, and enhanced customer experience.
• Collaborated with architects and engineers in development of capital improvements master plan.
• Increased sales per square foot of under-performing retail areas through implementation of effective design and merchandising.

Produced conceptual design presentation drawings and led model-making teams on high-profile architectural projects in Chicago, Houston, Cairo and London. Six months experience working in London, England office.