FAO SCHWARZ
Industry: Toy company
DescriptionFAO Schwarz is an American toy store. The company is known for its unique high-end toys, life-sized stuffed animals, dolls, and games. The second flagship store in its history was located on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Customer service: 1 (800) 426-8697 Number of locations: 1 Founder: Frederick August Otto Schwarz Founded: 1862 Headquarters: New York City, NY Parent organizations: W. R. Grace and Company, Maxeda, Right Start, Toys“R”Us, ThreeSixty Group Limited
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FAO SCHWARZ Employees
Gymboree October 2013 - Present
Brookstone October 2010 - October 2013
Carter's April 2006 - October 2010
CARTERS INCORPORATED January 2006 - October 2010
Sony Electronics June 2002 - April 2006
FAO Schwarz September 1996 - June 2002
FAO SCHWARTZ September 1996 - June 2002
FAO, Inc 1996 - 2002
Zany Brainy 1996 - 1998
Noodle Kidoodle 1989 - 1997
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Retail, Loss Prevention, Leadership, Store Operations, Sales, Management, Sales Management, Time Management, Store Management, Merchandising, Selling, Driving Results, Training, Income Statement, Apparel, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail Sales, Multi-unit, New Store Openings, District Management, Profit, Big Box, Planograms, Shrinkage, P&L, Merchandise Planning, Multi-Unit Management
Education
University of Houston 1987 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Training and Development
University of Houston 1981 — 1983
BS, Technical Education with a minor in Education
University of Houston 1980 — 1982
BS; Master's Program, Marketing
Black Canvas Productions January 2014 - Present
Naro Photography January 2011 - Present
Do512.com July 2013 - September 2014
Keller Williams Realty - Austin, NW Market Center June 2013 - August 2013
AMFM Studios, LLC June 2012 - June 2013
The Mariposa DR Foundation May 2011 - August 2011
A Nu Day Media LLC April 2010 - September 2010
FAO Schwarz April 2009 - August 2009
Voices & Visions Productions, Ltd. April 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Social Media, Video Production, Social Networking, Editing, Video, Photoshop, Public Relations, Film, Photography, Facebook, Writing, Editorial, Portuguese, Jewish History, Sheet Metal, Scooters, Drama
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications & Anthropology & Political Science
Montclair High
Bass Pro Shops June 2007 - Present
Freelance designer January 2009 - September 2010
DNC Parks & Resorts January 2004 - September 2006
FAO Schwarz May 1997 - June 2001
Gayfers 1995 - 1997
Church Street Station 1993 - 1995
Macy*s 1990 - 1993
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Fashion, Graphic Design, Apparel, Loss Prevention, Store Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Creative Direction, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Brand Development, Marketing, Window Displays, Social Media, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Trend Analysis, Art Direction, Trade Shows, Visual Communication, Advertising, Styling, Layout, Mac, Sketching, Illustration, Branding & Identity, Creative Problem Solving, Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Retail Sales, Posters, Art, Corporate Identity, Banners, Brochures, Typography, Dreamweaver, Digital Photography, Drawing, Animation, Email Marketing, Planograms, Image Editing
Education
Valencia Community College 2011 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Graphic Design
Winter Park Tech 2009 — 2010
Cert., Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
Modern Welding School 1990 — 1990
Cert, All Phase Welding
University of Houston 1985 — 1987
Radio - Television
Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. January 2014 - Present
Royal Caribbean International November 2010 - December 2013
FAO Schwarz September 2001 - June 2005
Farwest Steel Corp June 1998 - July 2004
Skills
Event Management, Management, Telephone Skills, Data Entry, Retail, Social Networking, Hospitality, Time Management, Human Resources, International Relations, International Business, International Marketing, Project Management, Project Planning, Coaching
Education
University of Oregon 2000 — 2004
History
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino May 2014 - Present
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino August 2012 - May 2014
Bellagio February 2011 - August 2012
The Mirage February 2008 - February 2011
FAO Schwarz October 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, FMLA, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, HR Policies, Employee Engagement, Hiring, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Hotels, Succession Planning, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Recruiting, Training, Deferred Compensation, Personnel Management, Hospitality Industry, Talent Management
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Business, Human Resources Management and Services
Beacon Hill Staffing Group December 2014 - Present
FAO Schwarz October 2013 - November 2014
Ilion Wine & Spirits October 2010 - June 2013
Getman, Franchi & Applegate LLP March 2009 - July 2012
Merrill's Roxy Cinema May 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, Public Speaking, Film Industry, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Lync, Adobe Acrobat, Research, Wine & Spirits Industry, Writing, Microsoft Word, Final Cut Pro, Projectors, Audio Visual Support, Ushering, Phone Etiquette
Education
University of Vermont 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Film & Television Studies, English
University of Kent 2007 — 2007
Mount Markham High School 2000 — 2004
Hanesbrands Inc. March 2002 - Present
Hot Sox August 1995 - March 2002
FAO Schwarz September 1989 - August 1995
Skills
Merchandising, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Retail, Fashion, Trend, Visual Merchandising, Textiles, Inventory Management, Sportswear, Consumer Products, Forecasting, Retail Sales, Sales, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Management, New Business Development
Education
University of Hartford
Junction Solutions March 2015 - Present
Sanjel Canada Ltd. March 2013 - February 2015
Sanjel Canada Ltd. February 2011 - August 2013
Sanjel Canada Ltd. February 2013 - March 2013
Sanjel Canada Ltd. October 2011 - January 2013
Sanjel Canada Ltd. October 2010 - February 2011
Hettinger June 2010 - September 2010
Stellabella Toys January 2008 - May 2010
The Sharper Image July 2005 - August 2007
FAO Schwarz July 2001 - February 2004
Skills
Microsoft Dynamics, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Technology-Based..., Continuous Improvement, User Acceptance Testing, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Ad Hoc Reporting, Change Management, Management, Coaching/Mentoring, Development & Delivery..., Leadership, Client-Focused Solutions, Cross-Functional..., Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, Accounts Payable, Upstream, Onboarding, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Personnel Management, Fuel Cards, Discrepancy Resolution, Oil & Gas, Commercial Cards, Classroom Training, Account Reconciliation, Full-Cycle Supply Chain, Process Modeling, ACCPAC, Sage Timberline Office, Sage FAS, Petroleum, Procurement, Energy, Gas, Project Management, Training, Customer Service, Business Development, Supply Chain, ERP, Supervisory Skills, Analysis
Education
University of Massachusetts Boston 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Studies, Philosophy
Penn Valley Community College 2004 — 2007
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Atmosfere January 2009 - Present
FAO Schwarz September 2007 - September 2008
Target October 2004 - September 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Sales Trend Analysis, Management, Sales, Retail, Trend Analysis
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Retail Merchandising
CarMax June 2013 - Present
Helzberg Diamonds September 2008 - April 2014
REEDS Jewelers March 2006 - August 2008
Ultra Diamonds March 2004 - February 2006
FAO Schwarz October 1997 - March 2004
Skills
Diamond Jewelry, Retail Category..., Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Retail Sales, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, P&L, Profit, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Retail
Education
University of Maryland University College
Ogilvy Public Relations September 2014 - Present
Inteflex October 2007 - September 2014
Annoyance Theatre September 2008 - June 2014
Annoyance Productions September 2007 - November 2007
FAO Schwarz September 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Branding & Identity, Guerrilla Marketing, Sales Effectiveness, Social Media, Theatre, Acting, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Entertainment, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Social Networking, Public Relations, Copywriting, Digital Marketing, Improvisation, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Creative Direction
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2003 — 2007
Communication, Legal Studies
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2003 — 2006
Communication and Media Studies
Mattel September 2012 - Present
Mattel February 2009 - Present
Mattel 2008 - Present
Mattel, Inc. 2006 - Present
Mattel January 2004 - Present
FAO SCHWARZ February 2002 - April 2003
Skills
Concept Development, Packaging, Toys, Sketching, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Art Direction, Design Thinking, Digital Illustration, Brand Development, Design Management, Storyboarding, Sketchbook Pro, Model Making, Illustration, Graphics, Rendering, Experience Design, Corporate Identity, Graphic Design, Concept Generation, Logo Design, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Branding
Education
University of Southern California 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fine/Studio Arts: Graphic Design
Gap Inc./Banana Republic October 2013 - Present
Gap Inc./Banana Republic August 2010 - October 2013
FAO Schwarz September 2009 - January 2010
FAO Schwarz June 2008 - September 2009
The Walt Disney Company May 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Inventory Management, Sales, Leadership, Advertising
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2009 — 2014
Bachelors, Psychology minoring in Sociology and Anthropology
Desert Pines Academy of Information Technology
High Honors Diploma, Computer Science and Robotics
TR Lawing Realty, Inc April 2006 - Present
The Groundlings October 1999 - December 2004
FAO Schwarz October 1999 - December 2004
Information Sciences Institute October 1999 - December 2004
Alternatives, Inc. October 1999 - December 2004
Screen Actors Guild Foundation October 1999 - December 2004
Sunrise Kitchen October 1999 - December 2004
Saddle Ranch Chop House October 1999 - December 2004
J. Paul Getty Museum October 1999 - December 2004
Stephen Baldwin, Actor October 1999 - December 2004
Skills
Real Estate, Property Management, Sales, Residential Homes, Rentals, Portfolio Management, Customer Service, Investment Properties, Yardi, Lease Administration, Negotiation, Property, Apartments
Education
UNC Chapel Hill 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies and History
Drexel University Online July 2014 - July 2015
Philadelphia 76ers August 2013 - May 2014
Legends Hospitality July 2013 - August 2013
University of Notre Dame January 2010 - May 2013
Enterprise Rent-A-Car June 2012 - August 2012
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia December 2011 - December 2011
FAO Schwarz November 2010 - January 2011
domusDG June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
PowerPoint, Access, Money Management, Organizing, Spanish, Speed Reading, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Docs, Event Planning, Educational Fundraising, QuickBooks, Budgets, Higher Education, Management, Community Outreach, Sales, Cold Calling, Social Media, Customer Service, Fundraising, Time Management, Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Public Speaking
Education
University of Notre Dame 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Marist High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
NextJob, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Equifax Workforce Solutions May 2008 - February 2015
Equifax Workforce Solutions December 2007 - May 2008
Cutanea Life Sciences, Inc. May 2007 - December 2007
TALX Corporation February 2005 - August 2007
FAO Schwarz July 2002 - May 2003
Arthur Andersen & Co. July 1993 - May 2002
Skills
Strategic Partnerships, Product Management, SaaS, Process Improvement, CRM, Account Management, Enterprise Software, Analytics, Management, Business Analysis, Strategy, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Vendor Management, Business Development, Solution Selling, Leadership, Program Management, Cloud Computing, Software Project..., Mergers & Acquisitions, Sales Process, Acquisition Integration, Team Leadership, Professional Mentoring, Product Innovation, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Go-to-market Strategy, Executive Management, New Business Development, Team Building, Business Intelligence, Customer Insight, Lead Generation, Marketing, Business Analytics, Market Research, Product Road Mapping, Sales Enablement, Managerial Finance, Project Management, Finance, Budgeting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, Accounting, CPA, Auditing
Education
University of Delaware 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Macys October 2000 - Present
Finra January 1999 - Present
Technical Assesement Systems, Inc September 1989 - September 1999
FAO Schwarz October 1990 - September 1998
Skills
Highly motivated..., Strong Communication..., Excellent Customer..., Travel Planning, Expense Management, Organization &..., Executive and Human...
Education
University of Pheonix 2002 — 2009
MBA, Business Management
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Barnes & Noble February 2012 - Present
Wal-Mart January 2011 - January 2012
Toys R Us June 2009 - December 2010
FAO Schwarz August 2006 - January 2010
FAO Schwarz March 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Assortment, Product Development, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Brand Development, Negotiation, Analysis, Sales, Inventory Management, Trend Analysis, Fashion, Apparel, Manufacturing, Merchandising, Trend, CPFR, Merchandise Planning, Retail Buying, Store Management, Private Label, Global Sourcing, Inventory Control
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2002 — 2006
BS, Marketing
RMS International (USA) Inc. August 2015 - Present
Stern Pinball, Inc. October 2013 - July 2015
Hallmark Cards January 2012 - April 2013
The Topps Company January 2010 - December 2011
FAO Schwarz August 2007 - February 2009
Pokemon USA, Inc. June 2005 - June 2007
Discovery Channel July 2002 - June 2005
Marvel Comics and DC Comics November 1993 - March 2004
Hasbro February 1994 - June 2002
Skills
Toys, Licensing, Product Development, Consumer Products, Packaging, Entertainment, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Advertising, Brand Management, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Teamwork, Marketing, E-commerce, Brand Development, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Management, Marketing Management, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, New Business Development, Customer Insight, Sales, Market Research, Product Marketing, Pricing, Creative Strategy, Product Design, Trade Shows, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Public Relations, Product Innovation, Brand Architecture, Market Planning, Concept Development, P&L Management, Online Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music
University of North Carolna at Asheville
Music
Image Conscience July 2015 - Present
Marc Ecko Enterprises October 2012 - July 2015
Loehmann's August 2011 - October 2012
Bliss May 2009 - July 2010
FAO Schwarz 2008 - 2009
Delias 2007 - 2008
Bloomingdales.com 2005 - 2007
Macy's 2000 - 2005
Skills
E-commerce, Email Marketing, SEO, SEM, Affiliate Marketing, Direct Marketing, Content Management, Web Analytics, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Analytics, Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategy, Social Networking, CRM, Creative Direction, Management, Mobile Marketing, Online Advertising, Brand Development, Web Design, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Web Marketing, Digital Strategy, Retail, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Google Analytics, Marketing Strategy, Customer Acquisition, PPC, Lead Generation, Digital Media, Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Google Adwords
Education
University of Central Florida 1988 — 1996
Ely 1984 — 1989
Reynolds & Reynolds March 2000 - Present
FAO Schwarz August 1998 - March 2000
Applied Earth Sciences March 1997 - April 1998
Incredible Universe June 1995 - March 1997
Skills
Business Analysis, Product Management, Requirements Analysis, CRM, Software Implementation, Software Project..., Integration, Agile Methodologies, SaaS, Software Development
Education
University of Houston 1994 — 1999
Financial & Business Consultant, Private Equity 1988 - Present
Hasbro 1985 - 1989
FAO Schwarz 1981 - 1983
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Negotiation, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Advertising, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Sales Management, Management, Executive Management, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Sales, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Strategy, Retail, Contract Negotiation, Management Consulting, Start-ups
Education
Wharton Graduate Division - University of Pennsylvania 1968 — 1970
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Finance
University of Pennsylvania 1964 — 1968
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
St. Mark's School 1959 — 1964
Diploma
Scholastic Book Fairs January 2015 - Present
The Container Store April 2013 - December 2014
Scholastic October 2009 - March 2013
FAO Schwarz August 2008 - October 2009
Macy's East September 2007 - August 2008
Children's Museum of Manhattan February 2004 - September 2006
Skills
Event Planning, Merchandising, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visual Merchandising, Editing, Research, Fashion, Retail, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Advertising, Blogging, Publishing, Creative Writing
Education
University of Central Florida 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Communicative Disorders
City of Kirkland April 2014 - Present
City of Seattle 2007 - March 2014
City of Seattle 2001 - 2007
FAO Schwarz 1993 - 1994
Foushee & Associates, Inc. 1988 - 1993
Skills
Program Management, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Government, Leadership, Urban Planning, Sustainability, Data Center, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Policy, Nonprofits, Project Management, Budgets, Networking, Proposal Writing, Strategy, Community Development, Change Management, Leadership Development
Education
University of Washington 2005 — 2006
Masters, Public Administration
University of Oregon
Studied Architecture
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atascocita March 2014 - Present
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Intercontinental East April 2013 - March 2014
Luggage and Leather February 2012 - April 2013
Dillards September 2010 - February 2012
Hilton Garden Inn November 2009 - July 2010
Hilton Garden Inn - Houston/Northwest April 2009 - November 2009
FAO Schwarz September 2008 - June 2009
Hilton May 2005 - September 2008
Tharaldson Lodging June 2003 - September 2008
Godiva Chocolatier August 2000 - June 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Team Building, Merchandising, Front Office, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Coaching, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Microsoft Excel, Sales Management, Hospitality, Leadership, Training, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Time Management, Loss Prevention, Hotel Management, Cpr Certified, Employee Relations, Teamwork, Social Networking, Telephone Skills, Data Entry, P
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA), Human Services Management
Purvis High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
Learning Care Group August 2009 - Present
Next Generation Early Learning August 2006 - May 2007
All Saints Episcopal School February 2005 - May 2006
cors June 2001 - March 2004
FAO Schwarz May 1996 - August 2000
Skills
Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Customer Service, Educational Technology, Higher Education, Literacy, Elementary Education, Instructional Technology, Community Outreach, Instructional Design, Program Development, Special Education, Public Speaking
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2012
Master of Education (MEd), Education, Early Childhood
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1994 — 1999
B.A., German, Speech Communication
Barnes & Noble May 2012 - November 2012
Laura Mercier December 2010 - December 2011
Gap Inc. May 1998 - December 2009
FAO Schwarz October 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Merchandising, Editing, Sales Management, Creative Writing, Writing, Sales Operations, Cosmetics
Education
University of Houston-Downtown 2002 — 2010
English
Utah State University 1993 — 1998
Apparel Merchandising
Bed Bath and Beyond January 2014 - Present
Bed Bath & Beyond March 2004 - January 2014
FAO Schwarz October 2003 - January 2004
FAO Schwarz August 1997 - October 2003
Skills
Payroll, Retail, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Sales Management, Selling, Employee Relations, Management, Loss Prevention, Store Management, Training, Human Resources, Safety
Education
University of Rhode Island 1993 — 1997
BFA, Theatre, Directing Emphasis
Luxury Optical Holdings February 2012 - Present
Bed Bath & Beyond February 2003 - February 2012
FAO Schwarz May 2002 - February 2003
FAO Schwarz April 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Assortment, JDA, Merchandise Planning, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Open to Buy Management, Product Assortment..., Demand Forecasting, Planograms, Hiring, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Private Label
Education
University of Maryland College Park
Voss & Johnson, Attorneys May 2014 - July 2014
Kring & Chung, LLP May 2013 - July 2013
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) January 2012 - April 2012
CarMax February 2006 - April 2010
FAO Schwarz May 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Lexis, Westlaw, Finance, Tagalog, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Accounting, Corporate Law, Legal Assistance, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Courts, Litigation, PowerPoint, LexisNexis, Intellectual Property, Research, Civil Litigation
Education
Whittier Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business - Finance