Creative Consultant
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I am a passionate small business entrepreneur dedicated to supporting independent designers and creatives in collaborating on bringing their visions to life. With four decades of experience in the Fashion and Design industries, I have explored every aspect of these fields, providing me with a distinct and valuable perspective. My strength lies in nurturing and customizing my clients ideas while thriving in creative environments and adapting to various situations with confidence and ease.
Collaboration being a key focus for me.
Business Owner / Consultant - Brand Wholesale Representation - Good Friends Collective
(2015-01)
I support new and upcoming independent designers by building strong relationships with retail partners that simultaneously support and compliment the brands vision and exclusive needs. Brand development, including strong product knowledge, production support, and creating a sales strategy that is in line with the brands goals.
Retail Management, Sourcing and Development - Patty Faye, Nickey Kehoe, Monk Estate, Erica Tanov, Lost & Found, Upstairs at Pierre Lafond, Clic, Nomad Nantucket
(2001-01 - 2024-12)
Throughout my career in retail, I have worked with many retailers in many facets wearing many hats. From co-founding, opening, operating, curating, sourcing and buying to consulting and executing new store openings from conception to fruition.
(1998-01 - 2007-12)
In my role as an executive personal assistant to a Director, Composer, and Actress, I managed a wide array of responsibilities. This included serving as a liaison between my employer and agents, lawyers, film studios, family members, household staff, and more. I organized family and social calendars, coordinated travel plans, cataloged art, and planned and executed various events. Additionally, I facilitated upkeep and maintenance for multiple properties.
Marketing & Production - Joe Boxer
(1990-01 - 1998-12)
As an early member of the original Joe Boxer team, I spearheaded the development of our national in-store fixture program, implemented in over 500 locations nationwide. I later transitioned into the Marketing department collaborating on our signature, innovative events. These ranged from a suborbital underwear rocket launch in the Black Rock Desert to the first-ever digital wedding in Times Square.
In 1997, we concluded New York Fashion Week by transporting 200 fashion editors to Reykjavík, Iceland, for an unforgettable 48-hour experience that included horseback rides, cocktails with the president, and a fashion show for 2,000 guests at an abandoned airline hangar in the city, which I cast and co-produced.
