FASHION DESIGNER/CREATIVE DIR. Designer AI KAISIMI /
 Van Elslander Cashmere 
June 2014 – Present -Innovative fashion designer with a reputation for exquisitely designed cashmere knitwear. -Responsible for every phase of the design and production process, including; original concepts, sketching and planning, through developing designs and production management. -Designing contemporary designer and luxury apparel and accessories for five collections per year (women's, mens, footwear and home), displaying them in various trade shows and market appointments. -Working closely with private label clients and select retailers developing capsule collections products. -Traveling extensively throughout Europe and Asia. Direct and coordinate with factories in China, Mongolia and Florence, Italy involved in drawing and cutting patterns, constructing samples and approving finished garments. -Oversee and maintain Quality Control standards for all collections. -Sound knowledge of design and manufacturing process. Diverse experience of 10 years in conceptualizing, designing, and managing various collections of clothing. -Rich experience of administering production teams -Demonstrated communication and problem solving skills
 Commercial Trade Officer - Consumer Goods
 Danish Consulate 
June 2007-June 2010 -Assisted Scandinavian and International firms with establishing, building and maintaining their corporate presence in North America -Analyzed corporate business processes to develop customized solutions that resulted in reduced cost, improve margins, and an increase in market share and brand awareness -Developed sales and marketing materials (look books, press kits, training materials, etc) engineered for International firms interested in establishing their products for the U.S. -Contracted by the Danish Consulate and Trade Department to promote Scandinavian design and fashion in the U.S. -Developed and executed innovative PR, marketing and promotional sales activities like trunk shows, press events, media showcases, retail tours and seminars -Editorial placements with media outlets like WWD, In Style and GQ -Managed invoices and negotiated vendor contracts and handled logistical issues like customs and sourcing -Oversaw the concepts and development of products tailored for the American market by International corporations -Aggressively researched and identified new business development opportunities Marketing Manager
 Christian Dior Jewelry
 July 1994 – February 2007 -Developed and managed the Gold Circle Awards Program for Christian Dior, a sales incentive program partnering with DMM/GMM's in rewarding retail staff for their sales performances -Created customized PWP, GWP and seasonal promotional programs for major department stores like Saks, Bloomingdale’s and Nordstroms -Created employee involvement programs, resulting in increased productivity sales and morale. -Responsible for researching and creating comprehensive forecasting and trend reports -Managed open to buy, vendor margins, P&L, as well as sales and marketing budgets -Active liaison between vendors, suppliers and factories in Rhode Island, France and Germany -Developed and executed innovative PR, marketing and promotional sales activities like trunk shows, press events, media showcases and contest -Editorial placements with media outlets like WWD, Vogue, Town and Country and Modern Bride
 Buyer 
Takashimaya New York
 August 1992 – July 1994 -Experienced in buying for accessories, fine jewelry, designer apparel, antiques and home furnishings -Working on reports indicating fashion trends and designs for the next financial year. -Responsible for researching and creating comprehensive forecasting and trend reports -Managed open to buy, vendor margins, P&L, as well as sales and marketing budgets -Active liaison between vendors, suppliers and factories -Oversaw the concepts and development of products across various departments