I am a globally-minded and culturally sensitive experienced professional with an experienced history of working in the fashion industry and the academic field, having consistently demonstrated creative thinking, communication, and teamwork abilities.Over the course of my 17-year academic career, I’ve developed a skill set including curriculum development, providing strong and proactive academic leadership as well as liaising with relevant Italian and international luxury fashion companies to create industry projects at the same time building a strong industry network. These skills and experiences allow me to collaborate with a number of international clients where I’m often invited as an industry expert holding seminars, workshops, and moderating panels with institutions such as Miami Design District, Fashinnovation, Luxury Law Summit, Project Runway, The YoungArts and South African Fashion Week.I am also a mentor to emerging brands and talents, as well being an advisor of the Latin American Fashion Summit. Skilled in Trend Analysis & Forecasting, Fashion Design, Fashion Marketer, and Art Direction.