Type Of Business:
Fashion sales and marketing company
Expertise:
Sales; Marketing; Development of extraordinary long-term relationships with upper management and buying teams of major accounts including Nordstrom, Macy's and Bebe; Negotiation and implementation of designer ladies and men's sunglass shops at Macy's West and Macy's Northwest; Brand and image building through all phases from concept through shipping; New business plan creation; Sales volume forecasts; Determination of inventory and material requirements
Major Product/SVS:
Ladies and mens accessories
Hobbies/Sports:
Working out; Music; Collecting wine; Entertaining; Cooking; Traveling
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Western Michigan University (1981); Associate Degree in Communications, The Fashion Institute of Technology (1980)
Affiliations Awards:
Chi Omega Sorority; Corinthian Yacht Club; National Association of Female Executives
Charity:
Coordinator, Volunteer, Winesong, Mendocino Coast Hospital Annual Charity Wine Auction and Tasting Event; Co-Chair, Three and 10K Benefit Run, St. Monica's Oktoberfest; Volunteer, St. Monica's Feeding the Homeless
Number Of Years In Profession:
33
Number Of Years In Current Position:
21
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for her profession, hard work, amazing taste and incredible interpersonal skills.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Purchasing; Budgeting; Acting as a liaison between designers, manufacturers and retailers; Serving as a profitable and results driven leader
Awards/Honors:
Cambridge Who's Who Outstanding Professional of the Year (2011-2012); Regional Salesperson of the Year, Safilo (1999, 2001, 2007); Who's Who Registry of Business Leaders (1994); Salesperson of the Year, Tahari (1985)