Visibility Accelerator, Business Facilitator, and Partner of Brands I am an entrepreneurial Senior Business Development Manager within the luxury industry specialising in the jewellery, fashion and the lifestyle sector. I work with brands and businesses all over the world helping them internationalise and digitise in a global market. One of my strengths is managing new business initiatives from concept through to execution and ongoing evaluation - working across e-commerce, retail and wholesale. I am passionate about building businesses and brands seeing them grow and prosper. I have a track record of effectively assisting companies/brands with the identification and translation of their business development needs that result in measurable and sustainable improvements, most importantly around strategy, sales and international expansion, category development, branding and supply chain. I thrive on developing businesses, helping them maximise growth & profit in national and international markets. I hold a Masters in International Business and studied Luxury Management at ESSEC Business School in Paris with LVMH. SKILLS Luxury Brand Marketing & Management Business & Category Development Business Strategy Strategic Planning Sales Training Business Negotiation Marketing Operations Management Developing Innovative and Creative ideas that separate you from the rest
Sourcing intentional items that bring you joy. Design/ Jewellery/Fashion/Furniture/Investment Art/Objet d'art I source often rare and unique, and/or custom objects for clients, as well as work as an Independent Consultant heading Business Development & sourcing for concierge companies. Explore a world where passion meets rarity. As "The Luxury Sourcerer," I can help you find anything your heart desires—from statement pieces that transform interiors to breathtaking fashion that expresses your individuality. Each treasure I source becomes part of your personal journey, enhancing your life with intention and beauty. I also have many noteworthy pieces that come across my path that I offer for sale to selected clients. As a sourcing specialist, I have spent my career unearthing rare and exceptional items, from jewelry and fashion to fine art, furniture, and objet d'art. My past role at 1stdibs.com allowed me to refine this expertise, working with some of the most exclusive and sought-after brands and pieces in the world. With an unparalleled eye for detail and a vast global network of prominent dealers, private collectors, and artisans, I can source anything from adored and coveted luxury items to rare finds that few can access. Whether you’re searching for a one-of-a-kind vintage outfit, a custom piece of jewelry, or investment art, nothing is beyond my reach. This service is not just about acquiring items; it’s about crafting a life filled with intention, inspiration, and beauty. From sourcing raw stones for a bespoke ring to finding a rare Hermès bag or exceptional vintage jewelry, I bring your vision to life. Let me get to know you, understand your desires, and turn your dreams into reality. Whether you’re working within a budget or looking for the rarest of treasures, I’ll handle every detail, ensuring that what you seek becomes yours. I'm excited to work with you. xxx
My Mission is to empower independent businesses to not just survive, but thrive in the global market. I specialise in internationalising and digitizing businesses, providing a holistic approach that goes beyond identifying deficits — I uncover opportunities. With a keen eye for detail, I work across diverse sectors, including e-commerce, social networks, corporates, retail, and wholesale. By addressing challenges and leveraging untapped potential, I enable businesses to navigate the complexities of today's market landscape with confidence. Let's embark on a transformative journey together. Your success is not just a goal – it's the outcome.
The Most Beautiful Things on Earth® E-Commerce - Retail - Tech - Luxury 1stDibs is a leading online marketplace for extraordinary design. Selling vintage, antique and contemporary furniture, home décor, art, fine jewelry, watches and fashion. Leading supply partnerships and non standard agreements such as private sales (supply) at 1stdibs across all verticals Create & Implement strategic framework & process to streamline and capitalise on GMV Identify, assess and negotiate partnerships working cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful launch and management Strategic Partnerships - Source, negotiate and develop multimillion $ Strategic Partners to the program that deliver GMV commitment, growth and branding opportunities Global Acquisition - Supply (Jewellery and Fashion - Antique/Vintage/Signed & 21c ), Art, Furniture Collaborations and Exclusives Business Development Luxury Strategy Creation for Supply, Conversion and Brand Awareness Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning - Understands Buying Trends and Patterns New Category Development
Working with brands on their business goals Solace London : Project Managed - New York Fashion Week SS18 debut, Solace Pop Up Store Shoreditch, NY Press Event. Huedash: Tech Startup (Partner) Shoppable Influencer App. Strategy Creation and Sales Implementation. Cats Bros: Business Planning, Process Implementation, Sales and Marketing Strategy
National & International wholesale, and business development for Luxury Statement Jewellery Brand Marketing and E-commerce development and management New product platforms, hypothesis driven development and creation, incl. range planning, product pricing etc. Strategy and Brand development Delivering improvement through the analysis of relevant data; analytics, user & competitive research and market trends Strategic planning to build success of the business, working closely with the CD and MD
Bitching and Junkfood.com is a London-based fashion house running their own in-house label, online store, collaborations and blog. Interim General management while the creative directors stepped out to set the business up for an investment opportunity.
Kingdom Come is a boutique agency that delivers tailor-made consulting, communication and sales services representing some of the most directional Australian brands as well as some of the UK’s most successful niche labels, with a focus on innovation, design, and quality. Kingdom Come is the agency to forge, build and sustain your presence in the global fashion scene. Kingdom Come understands the seriousness of sales and works towards delivering a productive sales strategy for each client. The agency specialises in supporting and promoting emerging and established UK designers and takes a vested interest in helping a brand grow from infancy to making a big splash on the international front. Management of 6 labels nationally and internationally Sales planning and forecasting Business strategy Product mix, development and new product platforms Market trends and competitor analysis Sales analysis Brand sourcing and curation for retailers Research and forecast trends Brand strategy Supply chain network E-commerce development Omni retail analysis
As National Manager I attained highest turnover in 7 years for the organisation. My program (WD program) was responsible for fuelling 80% of the budget with a turnover of $13 million a year. Achieving acquisition targets & all KPI's for the Wilderness Defenders program. Management of 6 State Managers and 1 HR Manager And their team of 120 people Provide strategic planning and policy development for the Wilderness Defender Program in consultation with the Wilderness Defender Program Manager Ensuring standard training, coaching and development programs are used nationally Lead and produce a National campaign Create and drive new fundraising and training programs Responsible for the development of national staff recruitment, retention and reward programs Contribute to National management P.L.U (phone link ups) to ensure effective running of the Wilderness Defender Program Effective human resource management of State Management Team Management of fundraising teams through State Managers Monitoring the evolution and implementation of current training systems through the State Management Team Ensure productive liaison between head of fundraising and WD director Ensure accurate reporting from all regional centres Ensuring interactions between WDC's and the public represent TWS Inc accurately, responsibly, effectively and in a manner that generates public support for TWS Inc's goals.
Promotion earned whereby I shared responsibility in assisting National Manager and became part of the national management team. Generated strategies and programs to ensure that budgeted targets are reached within their region through development of the Wilderness Society's defender teams. Accrued $9, 120, 076 in revenue for the charity Was the highest grossing manager for the period employed by the WD program. Accrued an average of 70 % of all profits to the WD program and The Wilderness Society's national program.