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Manuela Papa

Retail specialist
About

I am a dynamic and energetic out box thinker, I result drive professional executive in a progressive work experience in a multi-cultural environment with career defined by progressively responsible and diversified experience in competitive business environment, I am a dedicated individual with experience within art business and fashion retailing industry and digital marketing. I consider myself an excellent communicator who is able to manage client relationships. A quick and eager learner who rises to new challenges with enthusiasm.

Previous Brands
Bodi.Me
New Era Cap
Oysho
Campo Marzio - Official
Alexander Valentine Atelier
Liberty Ltd
IMPRONTABARRE
Marks and Spencer
GoodCrowd.org
Debut Contemporary
Work Experience
Marketing And Business Development Coordinator
Nov ‘24 -
Bodi.Me

As a Marketing & Business Coordinator at Bodi.Me, I drive marketing initiatives and business development strategies to enhance brand positioning in the fit technology sector. My role involves: Marketing Strategy & CRM – Managing digital marketing efforts, CRM strategies, and brand communications. Business Development – Identifying growth opportunities and building partnerships to expand market presence. Retail & E-Commerce Integration – Supporting fashion brands in leveraging fit technology to enhance customer experiences and reduce returns. Innovation & Sustainability – Promoting digital solutions that align with sustainable and data-driven fashion practices. Bodi.Me specializes in size-matching solutions for uniforms and apparel, helping businesses optimize their collections through precise user data.

Retail Store Manager
Aug ‘23 - Sep ‘24
New Era Cap

General Manager
Jan ‘23 - Jul ‘23
Oysho

General Manager Business Unit
Jun ‘19 - Sep ‘22
Campo Marzio - Official

•Working with the head of sales, to set targets and forecasting • Ensure all KPI targets & expectations are delivered • Working close with the in house marketing team: on pricing and product development in order to maximize the international sales. • Creating visual merchandising to be shared across the company • Holding meeting with potential buyers and clients • Providing feedback to all areas of the business to drive performance • Trusted member of sales team to open and drive national and international pop-ups performance and teams • in charge of product selection for e-commerce platforms • in charge of managing the whole logistic performance for UK area • in charge store PnL and payrolls and stock management

General Manager
Feb ‘19 - Jun ‘19
Alexander Valentine Atelier

Interior Design Consultant
Oct ‘18 - Jun ‘19
Liberty Ltd

International Account Manager
Sep ‘16 - Oct ‘21
IMPRONTABARRE

Creation of proposal for a new repeat customer business transaction • Overseeing sales forecasting, goal setting and performance • Contacting regular and prospective customers to present new products features and solicit orders. • Maintaining a central database of e-commerce platforms and key accounts • Negotiating prices, terms of sales and services agreements. • Monitoring market activity and quoting pricing to maintain healthy profit margins.

Department Manager
Dec ‘14 - Oct ‘18
Marks and Spencer

Section Coordinator
Dec ‘14 - Sep ‘16
Marks and Spencer

Visual Digital Marketing Designer
Oct ‘14 - Jan ‘15
GoodCrowd.org

Art Gallery Coordinator
May ‘14 - Dec ‘14
Debut Contemporary

Coordinate all communications with artists, galleries & other community arts organizations Plan, prepare and coordinate: Year round gallery programming. Provide guidance on visual elements or concepts. Work closely with Multimedia department. Individual exhibits and gallery activities (receptions, tours, workshops/lectures/ panels) Requests for proposals, and call to artists and prospectus Annual art auction, art sale (or bazaar) Gallery contracts and agreements Provide support to guest curators

Languages
English - Fluent
Italian - Native
Recommendations
Alin Bilboc
Had a client/business relationship - digital marker, Improntabarre
Sep 2006 -

Manuela is a lovely colleague to work with. She is very determined and inspiring, it’s being a pleasure to work with her.

Stuart Lorimer
Had a client/business relationship - Business development , Campo Marzio - Official
Jun 2019 -

Manuela, Is a great asset to any team, with a great passion for the industry, and able to communicate in English and Italian,

Education & Training
ThePowerMBA
‘21 - ‘11
ThePowerMbaMBA, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Innovation and Digital Transformation
Accademia di Belle Arti di Palermo
‘07 - ‘12
First honour degree
Graphic design
London, UK