Functional Skills

Business Unit Strategy
Business Planning
Customer Experience
Customer Segmentation
Competitive Landscaping

Software Skills

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint

Sector Experience

Consumer Goods
Retail
Big 3 Consulting (MBB)
Top Consulting Firms

Experience

GZN Consulting LLC Management Consulting
Managing Partner
1/2016 - Present
Independent Consulting serving retail and consumer brands on a variety of strategy, digital, and operational topics.
Chico’s FAS Product Management / Strategy
SVP, Strategy, Business Development, International
11/2016 - 11/2019
Led Strategy, PMO, Business Development, and International for Chico’s FAS (Chico’s, White House Black Market, Soma).
Abercrombie & Fitch Product Management / Strategy
VP, Strategy and Consumer Insights
9/2011 - 10/2015
Created and led the strategy function; later absorbed and refined our approach to consumer insights.
Bridgewater Associates Other
Senior Management Associate
1/2009 - 7/2011
Held a variety of management roles.
McKinsey & Company Management Consulting
Senior Engagement Manager
9/2004 - 12/2008
Leader in Retail and Marketing & Sales practices.
Abercrombie & Fitch Other
Senior Merchandiser
6/1998 - 7/2002
Led merchandising for several different categories.