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Nashville, Tn

Voted "Best of Nashville" 3 years running. Organic Salon and Clean Beauty Boutique in the heart of Historic Germantown in Nashville, TN.

Bespoke Creative Ltd. is a design, marketing and sales strategy firm with expertise in Window Covering, Bedding and Wall Covering product categories for both the commercial and residential sectors. We are passionate about helping businesses differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace. We identify and capitalize on untapped industry opportunities through research, analysis, product development and technical integration thereby increasing visibility and market share for our clients. Businesses without dedicated creative and strategy teams can take advantage of our per project approach which is a cost effective and efficient alternative to traditional staffing.

Created, sourced and marketed new bedding, drapery, upholstery and window covering product lines in an effort to increase distribution networks and market share while exceeding sales goals for the Hospitality division of Hunter Douglas. Successfully negotiated, developed and executed 3 different award-winning licensed designer collections which include printed roller shades, upholstery, bedding and drapery products. Managed a Design and Marketing team located in Chicago, IL Directed all purchasing, sample development, marketing and testing for new productsDeveloped and nurtured solid relationships with outside suppliers to effectively deliver top-quality products under deadline and within budget requirementsCreated concepts and managed execution of trade show and promotional displays Directed company website updatesEducated sales representatives and internal staff on all product introductionsAwards: Winner IIDA/Hospitality Design Magazine Product Design Competition 2013 Finalist Interior Design Magazine's Best of Year Award 2013

Managed national sales team of over 35 employee and independent sales representatives for the Hospitality division of Hunter Douglas. Identified, established and grew relationships with key accounts nationwide Delivered sales presentations to high profile end users involved in large-volume projects

New York, Ny

Developed, marketed and managed Roller Shade and Surface Imaging-Digital Print business units. In addition, grew sales and gross margins for Acrylic Panel, Custom Textile, Wallcovering and Decorative Floor Covering divisions. Managed and mentored staff of 8 employees. Educated, traveled with and trained over 60 sales representatives regarding new product lines and effective selling methods in order to maximize company earning potentialRecommended and developed new lines of business to increase market share Visited domestic and overseas suppliers to insure quality and effective manufacturing methods

New York, Ny

Responsible for handling custom projects and inquires for all national sales repsNegotiated pricing and lead-times with over 40 textile, wall covering and acrylic resin vendorsParticipated in color and pattern analysis for standard collection inclusion Outlined new marketing opportunities for textile department

New York, Ny

Responsible for custom projects and inquires for national sales repsDeveloped original artwork for custom pattern development Sought out and developed relationships with new product sources

New York, Ny

Collaborated in revamping of private label home textile fabric brand for all stores under the Macy's Inc. umbrella. Developed line plans, costing grids and planned unit projection sheets each season for divisional buy week. Assisted design team on choices of fabric, trim and specifications for upcoming collectionsAnalyzed and reported stock to sales to all divisions weekly ensuring timely reordersCreated marketing strategies and implemented packaging ideas to promote new products.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Apparel And Textile Marketing Management

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Textiles And Apparel Merchandising

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