Cross-functional team player with strengths in channel strategy, account management, team leadership, financial planning, and setting/meeting/exceeding sales goals in a leadership role. Highly accomplished wholesale sales executive in the apparel/accessories/footwear market with 15+ years of experience in various channels working with retailers from Macy's to DSG to Ron Jon's to Costco. Proud ambassador to the brands built. Proven record of sales growth, brand building, and team leadership. Solid understanding of the retail marketplace and a passion for the industry. Keen ability in identifying growth opportunities and creating strategies in making them happen. High level of experience in:-retailer relationship building -collaborating with cross-functional internal teams -inventory management-forecasting financials; account-based, inventory/buy based -merchandising a line launch 4x per year-sales program/campaign development-national and regional tradeshow sales with ROIWhat I love about my work: -working with a team -driving for results-being an integral partner in the process-winning!"1 person with passion is better than 40 people merely interested." -E.M. Forster--