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Los Angeles, California, United States

Define is a forward-thinking Luxury Consulting Studio that serves Individuals, Brands, Makers and Specialty Retailers in the ever-changing commerce landscape and fashion world. Clients include: The Loupe by JB Hudson, JB Hudson, Martin Patrick 3, Last Ditch Design, Tina Negri Jewelry, individual clientele.Expertise in areas of: Business and retail concept development, designer fine jewelry, luxury apparel and accessories, brand creative development, visual and product merchandising, product buying and planning, marketing strategy, event strategy and planning, personal style consultation.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

The lifestyle boutique offering seasonally curated fine and designer jewelry collections for fashion aficionados. Exclusively in Minneapolis.Co-Founded retail concept from initial conception. A unique retail experience that highlights fine designer and contemporary jewelry brands, a literal jewel box in the heart of the iconic Minneapolis lifestyle retailer, Martin Patrick 3 in the bustling North Loop neighborhood. Developed an all-star roster of jewelers from well established Fine Jewelry brands to emerging talent. The role highlighted my experience as a buyer, mentor, merchandiser, visual creative direction, marketing, creative and brand strategy, team leadership and overall business development.

Beverly Hills, California, United States

Responsible for the growth of West Coast sales volume and client retention for London based fine jeweler, through the execution of new national sales strategies, product introductions and partner relations development.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Senior buyer for women's fine, designer & contemporary jewelry collections for 3 retail locations of multi brand luxury specialty retailer. Managed seasonal budgets including open to buy, marketing, and markdown plans. Developed sales plan and distributed goals. Managed product assortment and allocation. Collaborated with corporate planner in strategic planning to increase overall performance.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Assistant buyer for Designer, Contemporary, shoe, handbag and accessory divisions for multi brand luxury specialty retailer with 3 locations.• Managed vendor structure of 70+ vendors handling order submission, budget targets, A/P inquiries, data reporting and marketing strategies for all divisions and product lines.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Assisted women's department manager in daily operations of women's department with an annual volume of 8 million in sales.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Developed and designed an effective brand and business development strategy with Escada in combination with NW retailer Mario's with a goal to strengthen the brand presence in the NW region. Oversaw all aspects of the business from team management, marketing strategy, product assortment, visual merchandising, operations and logistics, event planning and execution and lead community engagement and philanthropic involvement. Achieved 34% increase in sales in 4 quarters and elevated store rank from 14th to 2nd (US retail locations) in percent of sales volume.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Selling specialist in Designer and Couture division based in the Flagship location. Developed broad knowledge base in product, construction, business planning. Built a strong client base through extensive self- motivated consumer relationship marketing. Completed Nordstrom retail management and leadership program.

Greater Seattle Area

Senior buyer for specialty retailer, as well as manager of a team of 7. Responsible for seasonal budgets including; merchandise, marketing, operational and staffing.