Maria Anthony Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Vancouver, Bc, Ca

As a Senior Talent Manager, I spearhead the development of engaged teams to successfully achieve business objectives. Collaborating closely with store management, I play a pivotal role in creating a passionate and integrated work environment that empowers individuals to reach their highest potential.My responsibilities extend to ensure fair and attractive work conditions for all employees, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. I proactively drive and initiate the fulfillment of employee relations responsibilities and compliance requirements, ensuring a harmonious and compliant work environment.A key focus of my role involves supporting high-potential talent, guiding them on a trajectory towards a rewarding career at Aritzia. Through strategic talent management initiatives, I contribute to the professional growth and development of individuals within the organization.

Vancouver, Bc, Ca

In the role of Talent Manager at Aritzia, I collaborated closely with Store Management and Product leadership to cultivate a passionate, integrated environment aimed at elevating our people to their highest potential. I dedicated efforts to ensure fair and attractive work conditions for all employees, contributing to the creation of a positive and inclusive workplace culture.Taking on a proactive stance, I played a key role in driving and initiating the fulfillment of employee relations responsibilities and compliance requirements. This encompassed fostering a harmonious work environment that adhered to regulatory standards.A significant aspect of my responsibilities involved supporting high-potential talent, guiding and nurturing their professional growth for rewarding careers within the Aritzia organization. Through strategic talent management initiatives, I contributed to the development and success of individuals within the company.

New York, Ny, Us

As the Retail U.S. Manager at Lou & Grey, a startup apparel company with 12 stores nationwide, I played a multifaceted role in shaping the success of the brand. My responsibilities encompassed various aspects of retail management:Store Expansion and Launch: Spearheaded the opening of new stores, overseeing the entire process from conceptualization to execution.Talent Acquisition and Training: Successfully hired and trained employees, ensuring a cohesive and skilled team to represent the Lou & Grey brand.Team Engagement: Fostered a culture of engagement and collaboration within teams, contributing to a positive and dynamic work environment.Apparel Buying and Sales Forecasting Support: Played a vital role in supporting apparel buying decisions and sales forecasting, aligning operational strategies with market demands.Popup Shops and Influencer Events: Managed popup shops and influencer events, enhancing brand visibility and creating unique customer experiences.Brand Marketing Support: Contributed to brand marketing initiatives, aligning retail strategies with broader brand objectives.Sales Growth and Business Metrics: Drove growth in sales and consistently met business metrics, showcasing a strategic approach to retail management.Executive Collaboration: Led executive walkthroughs with the CEO and VP, providing insights and ensuring alignment with the company's vision and goals.In this dynamic role, I played a pivotal part in the growth and success of Lou & Grey, contributing to its position as a prominent player in the apparel industry prior to the COVID pandemic.

New York, Ny, Us

As a Retail District Manager overseeing a district comprising 13 stores, I demonstrated a commitment to excellence in various facets of management:Talent Acquisition and Development: Efficiently filled open management positions with top-tier talent, contributing to the success of the district.Internal Promotions: Facilitated career growth by successfully promoting four internal candidates within the district in 2013, underscoring a focus on nurturing talent from within.Employee Engagement: Prioritized high internal engagement to ensure that all stores consistently delivered amazing client experiences, fostering a positive and customer-centric environment.Business Metric Results: Delivered positive business metric results by strategically maximizing foot traffic, leading the district to consistently rank in the top 10 within the division.Sales Optimization: Drove top-line sales by maintaining consistent visual merchandising standards and coaching the team on strategically scheduling workloads for optimal efficiency.Operational Accountability: Upheld operational standards across all stores, maximizing efficiency and creating more client-focused time by holding each location accountable to established benchmarks.Through these strategic initiatives and hands-on management, I played a pivotal role in the overall success and performance of the district.

As a Retail Store Manager, I excelled in developing and leading a high-performing team to achieve the store's business objectives through a comprehensive range of responsibilities:Team Development: Successfully developed my team by focusing on recruitment, selection, coaching, investment, engagement, retention, and motivation.Talent Acquisition and Development: Took charge of hiring, training, and developing new talent to ensure a skilled and cohesive team.Client-Focused Environment: Fostered a client-focused team environment, driving volume and proactively anticipating client needs, resulting in receiving 5-10 client compliments daily on outstanding client service.Networking: Built effective networking relationships with both internal and external peers, fostering collaboration and partnerships.Performance Optimization: Maximized daily business operations and achieved quantifiable performances in key metrics such as Net Sales, ROV, Conversion, UPT, DPT, Payroll, inventory shortage, Operational Assessments, and credit cards.Strategic Implementation: Successfully implemented credit card and net sales business strategies, contributing to overall business success.Visual Merchandising Expertise: Executed visual merchandising updates, product placement, and maintained visual standards. Led the planning, mapping, and execution of all store sets.Presentations and Reporting: Conducted presentations (walk-throughs) on visual store sets twice a month for the District Manager and Regional Vice President, showcasing the store's visual appeal and adherence to standards.In this role, I not only achieved operational excellence but also contributed to a client-centric and visually appealing store environment, positively impacting the overall success of the retail operation.

Team Development: Played a key role in assisting with the development of the team to achieve the store’s business objectives through strategic initiatives such as recruitment, selection, coaching, investment, engagement, retention, and motivation.Talent Acquisition and Development: Took the lead in hiring, training, and developing new talent, ensuring a skilled and motivated team.Client-Focused Environment: Fostered a client-focused team environment, actively driving volume and anticipating client needs, resulting in consistently receiving 5-10 client compliments per day on outstanding client service.Networking: Built strong networking relationships with internal and external peers, enhancing collaboration and partnerships.Performance Optimization: Maximized daily business operations and achieved quantifiable performances in key metrics, including Net Sales, ROV, Conversion, UPT, DPT, Payroll, inventory shortage, Operational Assessments, and credit cards.Strategic Implementation: Successfully implemented credit card and net sales business strategies, demonstrating a significant impact by increasing credit card sales by 70% within 3 months and decreasing shrinkage by 15%.Visual Merchandising Expertise: Executed visual merchandising updates, product placement, and maintained visual standards, contributing to a 20% increase in petites sales through proper visual execution.Presentations and Reporting: Conducted presentations (walk-throughs) on visual store sets twice a month for the District Manager and Regional Vice President, showcasing the store's visual appeal and adherence to standards.Store Opening: Played a crucial role in opening a new store in Indiana, contributing to the expansion and growth of the retail operation.My multifaceted contributions were instrumental in achieving operational excellence, enhancing the customer experience, and driving business success.

Duluth, Mn, Us

As a Retail Assistant Manager, I played a pivotal role in overseeing a team of 16 associates, contributing to various aspects of store operations:Team Supervision: Supervised and led a team of 16 associates, actively involved in the recruitment and hiring process, and provided comprehensive training for new hires.Lead Merchandiser: Took on the lead merchandiser role, planning, mapping, and executing all store sets to enhance visual appeal and product presentation.Sales Enhancement: Successfully increased sales in the men's department, implementing strategic initiatives to drive consumer interest and boost revenue.Networking and Local Business Relations: Developed and maintained relationships with local businesses to increase consumer traffic, contributing to the store's overall success.Sales Plan Achievement: Assisted in meeting the sales plan, playing a key role in achieving the highest overall sales and credit card sales within the store.In this capacity, I demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence, team leadership, and strategic sales initiatives, contributing significantly to the store's success and profitability.

New York, Us

In my role as a Retail Key Holder, I took on a pivotal position in store operations, contributing to various key responsibilities:Team Supervision: Oversaw a team of 14 associates, providing leadership and guidance to ensure smooth daily operations.Training and Onboarding: Conducted comprehensive training for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.Sales Plan Support: Assisted in meeting the sales plan, actively contributing to the store's overall success.Top Sales Achievements: Demonstrated a strong sales performance by achieving the highest sales in the store, showcasing a commitment to driving revenue.Visual Merchandising: Collaborated in the mapping and execution of store sets, enhancing the visual appeal and presentation of products.Networking and Business Relations: Established connections with local businesses to increase consumer traffic, contributing to the store's visibility and customer base.In this role, I played a crucial part in the overall efficiency of the store, combining leadership skills with a focus on sales achievement and strategic networking to contribute to the store's success.

Bachelors, Business Admin/Marketing

Masters, Business Administration