Merchandising and Brand Leader who interprets trends into an assortment that is targeted and customer focused in an ever changing retail environment in order to meet financial profitability. A unique combination of creative and analytic business skills built on personal integrity. Extensive private label apparel merchandising, development, production and design. Influential leader and developer of people who positively impacts cross functional teams. Key competencies include:• Merchandising• Brand Management• Assortment Planning• Design Calendar Management • Market / Consumer Research• Training and Mentoring Staff• Cost Savings / Process Improvement• Sales Analysis