Emanuele Romano

Managing a net of 50+ subsidiaries and distributors, being responsible for the overall execution of sales and marketing activities within the designated regions, as well as retail operations. This involves directing and monitoring the efforts of distributors to develop the Brand, to protect its image and achieve sales and marketing goals. Monitor and report on competitors’ activity, build and increase the Brand awareness within the regions Opened several new markets for distribution Achievements: •Joined managing 13 distributors with <3.5M turnover •Today managing 54 distributors + 4 subsidiaries with >25M turnover •Opened 3 monobrand franchised boutiques (Dubai, Riyadh, Lisbon) •Directly involved in opening several e-commerce accounts (Amazon, Zappos, Signet, Souk, Bibloo, Myntra, etc.)

Managing a net of 25+ distributors, being responsible for the overall execution of sales and marketing activities within Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa. Achievements: •Joined managing 25 distributors with ~5M turnover •Left with ~8M turnover •Opened 1 monobrand franchised boutique (Dubai)

Responsible of a team of 10 people between HQ and the subsidiary in New York Directly in charge of the worldwide distribution and the strategic marketing below and above the line. Created and coordinated advertising campaigns and the general corporate image (logo, website, packaging, visual merchandising, etc.) Organization and participation of trade shows (Baselworld, Vicenza Oro, Couture, JCK Las Vegas, JA New York, DIJW Dubai) as well as events in the flagship store. Roadshows through department stores and independent retailers worldwide. Implementation of CRM program