Design Director at Purple, Singapore (February 2019 - Present)
- Spearheaded the design department, ensuring consistent high-quality output and fostering its growth.
- Led comprehensive retail toolkit projects for various retail formats.
- Managed cross-functional teams across diverse regions, successfully executing projects while optimizing team performance.
- Oversaw end-to-end project management, including design, construction, and maintenance phases.
- Provided leadership to a dynamic team of designers, maintaining the highest quality standards.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects to ensure successful and timely completion.
- Integrated brand guideline assets seamlessly into retail design, ensuring alignment with brand identity and current trends.
Design Manager at Zizzi Restaurants, UK (August 2016 - February 2019)
- Oversaw all project phases from concept conception to completion.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects to ensure their successful and timely completion.
- Executed design concepts in 3D & 2D, creating compelling presentations for stakeholder approval.
- Contributed to the development of strategic store designs and guideline creation for the UK.
- Generated comprehensive project reports and delivered impactful presentations to key stakeholders.
- Managed design consultants and architects, ensuring design consistency.
- Provided expert guidance on design-related matters, including space planning and technical considerations.