Experienced Creative Leader with a demonstrated history in Innovative Product and Brand Development. Skilled in Trend Forecasting, Concept Development, Brand Strategy and Team Leadership. With over 20+ years of experience in apparel fashion design, I am known for my ability to lead and motivate product vision, relevancy and brand positioning. With experience throughout all major divisions in both a multi-billion dollar retailer (Target) and wholesaler organizations specializing in collections, licensed apparel and creative partnerships.Apparel Design Category Experience:Junior’s (RTW) Women’s Kid’s Girl-TweenKid’s Boy-TweenYoung Men’s-Men’s Seasonal Product Categories Licensed Product Categories Design Partnerships Core Competencies:-Brand Strategy I Trend Relevance I Market Research-Creative Vision I Conceptual Design I Smart Design-Design Partnerships I Interruptive Moments I White Space-Presentations I Category Visibility -Revenue & Market Growth-Vendor Relations I Management -Cross Functional Process I Productivity Improvement -Motivational Leadership I Coaching & Training I Empowerment SPEED + BUSINESS + DESIGN = RESULTS I am dedicated to delivering results in an ever-evolving market, prioritizing both customer loyalty and sales objectives. By implementing robust Brand and Design Strategies, I consistently exceed merchant goals while spearheading a team to develop high-quality, compelling collections that not only resonate with our audience but also drive significant sales growth.