Julia Leyva

* Create quarterly marketing look book for distribution to Core Fleet, Flagship and alternate store levels including additional trend and key driver stories to create seasonal buzz and ensure brand consistency. * Spearhead creation of large scale (1000+) events for Board of Directors, Quarterly Update, Investor Relations meetings to share seasonal messaging. * Partner cross-functionally with web developers to create Style App which is distributed internally to align all teams on current brand messaging. * Lead in hiring best in class talent to join our team. * Partner with Design, Visual Merchandising and Merchandising teams to align on procuring seasonal product and choosing placement based on Executive Leadership team and customer feedback. * Troubleshoot and create solutions for different store distribution levels and architectural requirements. * Present seasonal achievements in Executive Leadership walkthroughs. * Create pre-season inspiration boards to align team on objectives.

* Public relations appearances in such media as television, film and print. PR and Event Management point person for all promotional events. * Develop process improvements that resulted in increased efficiency and profitability as well as improved relations with celebrity clientele to drive business. * Effective task management for 30+ employees. * Lead effort to manage sales, inventory, purchasing and merchandising. * Management for high profile spa responsible for new customer acquisition, customer service and event planning.

 Partner cross functionally with Visual teams and Account Managers to create an aligned seasonal aesthetic for marketing messaging.
 Direct product samples within the GID Photo Studio internal workflow to maximize and improve efficiency.
 Development of training materials for new hires.

 Collaborate with managerial team to interview new hire candidates.
 Preparing product to support maximum daily E-commerce shot count.
 Manage inventory.
 Recipient of prestigious Synergy Award upon completion of an exclusive team effort to spearhead Gap Baby Home.