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ORPIB is the LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce for Oregon and SW Washington and is composed of a group of businesses, volunteers, and staff that support the interests of its members and champions opportunity, development, and advocacy for Oregon’s LGBTQ+ and Allied business community.We create opportunities for marketing, networking, procurement, and referral-based business growth; programs that support development of business skills and expertise through workshops and seminars; and advocate for positive economic, social, and political change.

Portland, Oregon Area

Spearheaded the product vision of Becoming the #1 Outdoor Brand in the World with the mission of Unlocking the Outdoors for Everyone. Developed global product strategies that deliver consistent year-over-year profitable growth. Led and motivated a team of 60 talented Merchants and Designers• Drove annual revenue of $1.5B across wholesale and DTC channels, delivering 15% CAGR.• Delivered product differentiation to increase market share through Columbia’s proprietary innovations, resulting in a unique point of difference in the outdoor apparel competitive landscape and demand from wholesale partners.• Focused on growing and modernizing seasonal product assortment and growing the women’s business. Efforts increased engagement amongst consumers under 30 and a 5% increase in women’s contribution.• Continued improvement in Assortment Productivity, resulting in 20% improvements season over season.• Managed extensive Go-To-Market calendar and process. Drove efficiencies and productivity, increasing employee engagement and satisfaction.• Navigated US marketplace product strategies and segmentation, exceeding revenue and margin expectations.• Served as the Executive Sponsor of the PRIDE Employee Resource Network.

Greater New York City Area

Oversaw product assortment strategies and inventory investments for all GAP Inc. Franchise Partners across 3 Brands in 45 countries. Influenced Brand strategies to include market-level consumers, product needs, and cultural nuances. Led product teams of 30 across Merchandising, Planning, and Partner Engagement to maximize partner growth and satisfaction.• Ensured the execution of GAP Brand's global product vision throughout all franchise-owned markets. • Created product strategies and investments across 3 Brands, driving $750m in retail volume annually. • Conducted global pricing studies to align relevant and competitive pricing strategies across global markets.• Identified incremental local market opportunities driving incremental revenue in under-developed markets. • Launched incremental Outlet business model into franchise markets, requiring the development of a new "push model" for product assortment and investment.

Greater New York City Area

Steered the development of GAP Brand’s evolution to a global organization and operating model.• Partnered with Brand leadership in the creation of seasonal global product strategies.• Collaborated with design and sourcing to execute product and financial strategies.• Coordinated with Regional leadership to align global strategies while maximizing local opportunities.• Facilitated compelling seasonal product assortments meeting the business needs for GAP International (Europe, Japan, China, and Strategic Alliances) with a combined retail volume of $1Billion annually. • Synergized global market leaders, including the President of GAP Inc. International, four Regional Managing Directors, EVP of Gap Global Creative Center, EVP of North America Merchandising, SVP of Gap Marketing, SVP of Global Production, and Heads of GAP Design.

Diverse experience within GAP Inc.: - 6 years with GAP Outlet and Old Navy Outlet - 8 years merchandising experience with all 3 GAP Brands: Banana Republic, GAP, and Old Navy - 1 year in field managementMerchandising experience in multiple divisions: - Kids and Baby - Mens - Non apparel / accessories - Womens

Co-founded and operated a neighborhood gourmet wine, cheese, and food market in San Francisco.• Created a business plan resulting in a Small Business Loan from the City of San Francisco• Identified location and negotiated buy-out of an existing old mom-and-pop corner store• Negotiated terms and lease of location• Design and construction oversite of complete location renovation and transformation• Developed budget and opening inventory position• Created marketing and community engagement plans, resulting in being featured in various San Francisco publications • Managed day-to-day budget, forecasting, and accounting efforts