Stephen J. Cucci Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Greater New York City Area

• Lecture /Teach Design/concepts/Product Development • Visual Merchandising / Store planning • Trend forecasting / Merchandising• Developing students for the current Fashion Industry• Head international Lectures and Corporate trains on DesignConcepts,Branding,Merchandising,Display ,product development and Design / Brand restructuring.

Greater New York City Area

• Organize the effective and efficient utilization of store space for boutique brands.• Coordinate store display in line with brand guidelines and strategy.• Deliver floor moves, window installations and mannequin styling in partnership with brands.• Report on mark down strategies, current performance and market trends.• Recommend brand, price point and buying depth strategies.• Analyze sales figures and forecasting future sales volume.

Greater New York City Area

• Created, merchandising and marketed multi-mass market brands• Determined strategic and creative direction for all visual presentation and merchandising initiatives. • Developed and oversaw merchandising strategies to ensure effective and accurate representation of company objectives/ brand personality. • Maximized communication of visual presentation standards, procedures and product knowledge. • Managed store design, fixture representation and innovative merchandising systems and techniques. • Monitored and report business findings, and make recommendations for revenue increasing strategies. • Produced floor-sets for up to 300 retail stores through concept development, trend analysis and detailed in-store execution. • Traveled to stores throughout the country in order to train personnel on merchandising and selling techniques.• Developed, implemented and sustained strategic visual concepts, initiatives and contingency plans to drive sales and maximize profitability.• Ensured the delivery of company brand/message through in-store graphics and signs, props, lighting, windows and niches, media, and fixtures.

Greater New York City Area

• Worked alongside the Regional Manager in the merchandising of clothing, jewelry and accessories in multiple New York City Locations. • Trained staff and managers on visual standards and store merchandising techniques. • Outlined and maintained weekly floor sets and window displays using information trickled down from corporate office. • Recruited and hired sales associates and managers.• Supervised and monitored store inventory, payroll, budget, employee scheduling, policies and procedures. • Conducted weekly conference calls and management meetings. • Assisted with weekly store business recaps with company merchants, design team and corporate office. • Supported public relations team with in-store events and new store openings of various locations.

Greater New York City Area

• Merchandised clothing for both men and women in flagship NY city location. • Traveled to various locations throughout the US. • Planned product placement and style brand appropriate visual displays for store windows and sales floor. • Collaborated with the senior product manager and the V.P. of merchandising in the creation and roll-out of company-wide floor sets. • Trained management and sales associates on product standards and company derivatives. • Supported public relations team with in-store events and new store openings in various locations. • Maintained inventory and stock control through constant communication and follow-up.

Greater New York City Area

• Assisted with editing, photography, and styling of photo shoots. Identify and photograph upcoming trends and styles through market research and company provided electronic resources. • Wrote editorials to accompany trend analysis and photographs. • Supported head stylist with events and fashion shows.

High School, Fashion/Apparel Design

Bachelor'S Degree, Fashion/Apparel Design

Associate'S Degree, Fashion/Apparel Design