C- LEVEL EXEC UT IVE An adaptable, results-driven bilingual Executive respected for 20+ years creating value within the apparel industry by building successful brands and continually growing business. Proven track record directing marketing, products, sales, e-commerce, and supply chain to exceed category/classification targets and drive maximum ROI. Motivational leader experienced building and guiding high-performing global teams of 1.2K+, hundreds of vendors, 6k+ customers, and $400+M in annual revenues. Strategic thinker involved in the successful acquisition of a $66M company. Out-of-the-box thinker committed to increasing market share, top‐ line sales, and bottom‐ line contributions . Exceptional tenure resulting in numerous promotions.
I collaborate with CEOs, start-ups, VCs, and PE firms in the apparel and retail industries to develop effective and profitable solutions. My expertise encompasses the U.S. and European markets, focusing on global sourcing, optimizing production, implementing niche growth strategies, providing executive coaching, and succession planning. As a managing operator, I steer my clients through challenges to help them achieve growth.
Private label design, sourcing, and production Company. Launched in-house brands, retail, wholesale, mail order, and e-comm business. Grew to a 40-person team, 2000+ wholesale accounts, and 11 retail outlets.