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Valeria Akl

Fashion Industry | Cultural and Political Analysis | PR | Trend Research
About

Experienced in vintage fashion retail at Kerry Taylor Auctions, handling garments and aiding photography. Skilled in garment organisation, steaming, and mannequin dressing. Tri-lingual in Spanish, English, and basic French, adaptable to diverse retail environments with a focus on fashion and customer engagement.

Previous Brands
FTI Consulting Strategic Communications
Kerry Taylor Auctions
Staiy
A Piece of Pie
CESA
Work Experience
Consultant
Jul ‘24 - Feb ‘25
A Piece of Pie

Performed comprehensive market research and analysis to support strategic decision-making, focusing on the healthcare and consumer products industries. Spearheaded the design and facilitation of workshops and focus groups for clients in the pharmaceutical industry, incorporating innovative methodologies like design thinking and collaborative exercises to foster actionable insights. Collaborated with a cross-industry team to create actionable recommendations for market entry and product differentiation strategies in Latin America.

Lecturer
Feb ‘24 - Now
CESA

Pioneered and designed a groundbreaking course analyzing fashion through a business, critical analysis, and ESG lens. Guided students in mastering fashion theory concepts, cultural criticism, and research methodologies to interpret the current cultural zeitgeist. Fostered interdisciplinary learning by integrating sustainability, ethical frameworks, and global trends into the curriculum.Pioneered and designed a groundbreaking course analyzing fashion through a business, critical analysis, and ESG lens. Guided students in mastering fashion theory concepts, cultural criticism, and research methodologies to interpret the current cultural zeitgeist. Fostered interdisciplinary learning by integrating sustainability, ethical frameworks, and global trends into the curriculum.

Consultant
Jun ‘22 - Now
FTI Consulting Strategic Communications

In this position, I was responsible for conducting research, mapping relevant stakeholders and producing solution-driven content showing a clear understanding of clients' needs across several segments. In order to enhance client reputations in the press and within politics, I helped my team monitor news sources, tracked quantitative and qualitative data, and ensured standards were met.

Content Creator and Research Assistant
Feb ‘21 - May ‘22
Self employed

Created written content and managed projects for Vanessa Rosales, a prominent Latinx fashion writer, to produce content for her podcast and newsletter about fashion, politics and culture in a post-Me Too era. Responsible for conducting research and implementing email marketing campaigns to promote Vanessa's online courses in Latin American fashion. Here I interacted with an audience of 200 readers and helped secure on average 15 students per course.

Sustainability Intern
Jul ‘20 - Sep ‘20
Staiy

Sustainability associate in the section of Sustainability evaluation and research. Project Co-owner for the development of substantial KPIs for the Materiality Assessment.

Intern
Feb ‘20 - Mar ‘20
Kerry Taylor Auctions

World’s leading auction house specialising in vintage fashion, fine antique costume and textiles. - Garment and object handling, steaming, labelling and organization. - Photography assistance. - Mannequin dressing, garment packaging and storage. see less

Languages
Spanish - Native
English - Native
French - Basic
Education & Training
London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London
‘19 - ‘20
MA Fashion Cultures
Fashion Studies
Universidad de Los Andes
‘18 - ‘18
Fashion Journalism
Fashion Journalism
Universidad de Los Andes
‘12 - ‘18
Bachelor's degree
Political Science and Government
London, UK