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Elizaveta Kushnirenko

Luxury | CMF Design & Trends | Product R&D
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About

Embarked on a captivating journey into the realms of beauty and luxury from the foundation of Consulting at KPMG. Proficient in navigating the intricacies of Brand Development, Fashion Buying, CMF design, Client Relations, and Marketing. Multilingual, I am fueled by a passion for continuous learning and innovation, and driven to contribute to the visionary growth of brands. Top skills: - CMF strategy - Brand Design - Communication - Project Management - Client relations

Previous Brands
Stellantis
ShowHeroes Group
Prada Group
Ratti S.p.A.
Max Mara Fashion Group
TSUM Moscow
KPMG
BOCCARA ART Galleries
Work Experience
Maserati Innovation CMF Designer
Jun ‘21 -
Stellantis

• Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale CMF design; • Lancia concept car CMF development https://www.lancia.com/lancia-pu-ra-hpe; • Stellantis group trend Research and Development; • CMF Development and Proposals preparation for the current projects; • Brand’s design strategy development and advanced materials R&D; • Technical and quality check, regular follow up of production and development process; • Support and cooperation across internal and external teams: interior, exterior design, product, marketing and suppliers; • Scouting and Identification of new and sustainable materials; • Benchmark study and customer profile identification.

Junior Marketing Manager
Dec ‘20 - Jan ‘24
ShowHeroes Group

• Defining marketing strategy for ShowHeroes Italy; • Working on briefs and guiding creative direction to meet objectives for all advertising and public-facing communications, including print, digital, and video assets; • Gathering customer and market insights to inform outreach strategies, increase customer conversions, and generate more qualified leads; • Managing content for customer and internal touch points, participating in events, document business processes, and providing sales support; • Coordination of activities between international teams; • Direct marketing initiatives, brand promotion, event organisation, PR, online and offline communication, digital marketing and website development.

Sales Assistant
Jun ‘20 - Aug ‘20
Prada Group

• Achieved a 35% increase in team sales through product knowledge, effective communication, and strategic online and offline sales approaches; • Organized in-store events and implemented creative strategies for CRM engagement; • Maintaining and developing client relationships through an individual approach, leveraging also on CRM and digital tools, SAP; • Welcoming and serving the customer providing an excellent in-store experience at all times

Product Manager
Jun ‘19 - Jun ‘20
Ratti S.p.A.

• Making textile and material research for: • Hermès • Chanel • Louis Vuitton • Dior • Christian Lacroix • Balenciaga • Chloé • Studying different fabrics, its properties and creative opportunities; • Brand analysis for successful product proposal; • Creating color design schemes for specific print; • Control of the final product quality both the fabric and the print; • Active internal communication with different branches to ensure the correct realisation of the project according to the needs of the client;

Sales Assistant
Jan ‘19 - Jun ‘19
Max Mara Fashion Group

• Interaction with clients; • Client analysis, assisting in the process of choosing the right item according to the personal taste of the client and the perfect fit; • Restocking of the warehouse; • Participating in layout and and styling of the boutique;

Fashion Buyer
Aug ‘17 - Nov ‘18
TSUM Moscow

• Working out and executing buying strategy for 3 key sales platform in Russian Luxury Segment - TSUM, GUM, Barvikha Luxury Village; • Business relationship development and fostering existing ones with: - Loewe - Off White - Salvatore Ferragamo - Jacquemus -Versace - Marni - Maison Margiela - Zuhair Murad - Charlotte Chesnais - Elie Saab - Victor & Rolf - Oscar de la Renta - Vera Wang - Mark Cross - Valextra - Wandler + other brands • Market analysis, brand scouting, customer profile study, participating in the annual fashion fairs; • Allocation pushes, consolidations and stock transfers following weekly line print reviews; • Connecting with Visual Merchandising, Marketing and Store Operations teams to create affinity and contribution to the business's commercial performance; • Collaborating with Collection merchandising team in developing collection briefs; • Planning and organising meetings with brands; • Buying of the named above brands in Milan, Paris, and other places across the Europe; • Active cooperation with Financial and merchandising department, financial data analysis; • Heading the educational trainings for the sales team at TSUM Moscow and DLT Saint Petersburg; • Working with Wedding by Mercury, luxury bridal store - providing staff with any information needed for operating effectively and performing well in order to boost the sales

Management Consultant
Sep ‘14 - Jul ‘16
KPMG

• Consulting within the methodology department, preparation of new budgeting system in collaboration with SAP; • Cultivated strong and lasting relationships with clients through effective communication and delivering high-quality consulting services. • Actively contributed to process optimization initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing efficient solutions; • Preparation of business presentations, participation in meetings with customers; • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, both internal and external, to ensure the successful implementation and integration of projects; • Provided strategic consulting services within the methodology department, contributing to the enhancement of existing processes and methodologies; • Played a key role in preparing and implementing a new budgeting system, optimizing financial processes for clients; • Facilitated effective communication channels to align project goals with client expectations

Public Relations Intern
May ‘11 - Aug ‘12
BOCCARA ART Galleries

• Developed and maintained relationships with local media outlets, art publications, and influencers. • Assisted in drafting and distributing press releases to promote gallery exhibitions, events, and artist features. • Support the planning and execution of gallery openings, exhibitions, and special events. • Contribute to the creation of compelling content for newsletters, blogs, and the gallery website.

Languages
English - Fluent
French - Fluent
Italian - Fluent
Russian - Native
Education & Training
Politecnico di Milano
‘18 - ‘19
Master's degree
Accademia Costume & Moda
‘16 - ‘17
Vocational course at fashion design
Finance University under the Government of the Russian Federation
‘14 - ‘16
Master's degree
Groupe ESC Troyes
‘13 - ‘14
Bachelor's degree
ACCA
‘12 - ‘13
Student
PWC junior club
‘12 - ‘13
PwC student
Finance University under the Government of the Russian Federation
‘10 - ‘14
Bachelor Degree
Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy