The Betesh Group
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Arista Enterprises Inc. April 2014 - Present
FABRIQUE Ltd. August 2011 - November 2013
FABRIQUE Ltd. June 2010 - August 2011
The Betesh Group November 2008 - June 2010
MNA Creative December 2005 - July 2008
Timex July 2004 - September 2005
Prime Studio Inc. 1998 - 1998
Skills
Packaging, Creative Direction, Sketching, Industrial Design, Product Development, Concept Development, Trend, Product Design, Fashion Design, Design Thinking, Fashion, Project Management, Trend Analysis, Concept Generation, Concept Design, Logo Design, Design Management, Account Management, Brand Development, Tech Packs, Graphics, Keyshot, Rapid Prototyping, Art Direction, 3D rendering, Branding & Identity, Design Strategy, Market Research, Pricing Strategy, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Ideation, Retail, Microsoft Office, Trend Research, Production, Product Innovation, Illustrator, Bags, Consumer Products, Leather, POP design, Mood Boards, Graphic Design, Presentations, Product Sampling, 3D Modeling
Education
Pratt Institute 1998 — 2002
B.I.D, Industrial Design
Basic Resources, Inc. June 2008 - Present
The Betesh Group April 2007 - June 2008
Nike, Inc., Exeter Brands Group October 2006 - April 2007
Barbara K! Enterprises October 2004 - October 2006
Equinox Fitness Clubs 2004 - 2004
Rappy & Company 2004 - 2004
Skills
InDesign, Photoshop, Art Direction, Packaging, QuarkXPress, Illustrator, Image Manipulation, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Corporate Identity, Graphic Design, Typography
Education
Syracuse University 2000 — 2004
BFA, Communication Design
Parsons School of Design
Art History
School of Visual Arts
Typography
G-III Apparel Group Designer for Calvin Klein LuggageG-III Apparel GroupJanuary 2011 - Present
OLIVET January 2008 - December 2010
The Betesh Group January 2000 - January 2006
Fashion Institute of Technology January 1999 - May 1999
Accessory Network January 1997 - January 1999
THE MESSER GROUP January 1994 - January 1997
Skills
Tech Packs, Fashion Design, Trend, Trend Analysis, Fashion, Retail, Sourcing, Pattern, Handbags, Fashion Illustration, Concept Development, Fashion Shows, Footwear, Mood Boards, Private Label
Education
R.I. MERRELL INSTITUTE OF BOOTMAKING
Fashion Institute of Technology
Associates of Applied Science
CENTER FOR CREATIVE STUDIES
Bachelor of Fine Arts
STUDIO ART CENTERS INTERNATIONAL
specializing; Art and Design, Literature, and Art History
Tichanda.com January 1999 - Present
Yellow Dog Productions February 2011 - Present
Sugar Puddin Cafe January 2011 - Present
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Nerium International December 2013 - Present
The Betesh Group September 2013 - December 2013
Nanjing USA June 2008 - August 2013
The Children's Place July 2012 - February 2013
GC Marketing Services June 2004 - April 2012
TheYBF.com October 2007 - February 2012
Skills
Media Production, Brand Development, Product Development, Fashion Design, Marketing, Graphic Design, Social Media, Sales, CAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, Presentations, Blogging, Writing, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Fashion Shows, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Fashion, Online Marketing, Entrepreneurship, SEO, Photography, Video, Television, Apparel, Trend Analysis
Education
Metropolitan College of New York - School of Business 2010 — 2010
MBA, Media Management
University of Virginia 1995 — 1999
BA, Foreign Affairs, Spanish
Shar Mackey Inc. January 2012 - Present
Geoni Studios August 2009 - Present
CC SKYE August 2009 - November 2012
Conair Corporation May 2010 - August 2011
Treesje June 2009 - August 2009
BCBG Max Azria December 2007 - March 2009
Tommy Hilfiger 2006 - 2007
The Betesh Group 2005 - 2006
Jones Apparel Group 2003 - 2005
Knoll September 2002 - December 2003
Skills
Handbag Design, Jewelry Design, Product Development, Handbags, Apparel, Brand Development, Concept Development, Conceptual Design, Creative Direction, Dresses, Fashion, Fashion Design, Furniture, Jewelry, Layout, Leather, Management, Merchandising, Product Design, Shoes, Sketching, Sourcing, Sportswear, Styling, Tech Packs, Textiles, Trend Analysis
Education
Pratt Institute 1999 — 2003
B.I.D., Industrial Design
Viridis Aurum LLC April 2012 - Present
Guy Conti Art and Design January 2006 - Present
Various 2003 - Present
The Betesh Group 2005 - 2005
Skills
Graphic Design, Packaging, Illustration, Product Design, Illustrator, Concept Development, Graphics, Interior Design, Cosmetics, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Sketching, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Photoshop, Airbrush, Adobe Creative Suite, Lathe, Millwork, Sculpting, Costume Design, Vacuum Forming, Mold Making, Painting, Digital Painting, Texture Painting, Sculpture
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
Toy Design, Bachelors Degree
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree in Toy Design, Toy Design, Fine Arts
LuLu A Fantasia Company April 2012 - Present
Tri-Coastal Design February 2011 - May 2012
Global Design Concepts. Inc May 2010 - February 2011
Tri-Coastal Design April 2009 - December 2010
LuLu A Fantasia Company July 2007 - April 2009
Chateau International November 2006 - July 2007
The Betesh Group August 2005 - November 2006
Confetti March 2004 - August 2005
Accessory Network Group November 2001 - March 2004
Jordache April 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Fashion, Trend Analysis, Graphics, Trend, Apparel, Tech Packs, Textiles, Fashion Design, Styling, Handbags, Illustration, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Illustrator, Merchandising, Product Design, Product Development, Retail, Adobe Creative Suite, Private Label, Logo Design, Mac, Trims, InDesign, Packaging, Design Direction, Management, Shopping, Color Schemes, Textile Prints
Education
Rowan University 1994 — 1998
BFA, Design
Rowan University Glassboro New Jersey
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Design
The Betesh Group January 2015 - Present
Pretty Girl Inc September 2013 - December 2014
Curve January 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership
Education
City University of New York-Brooklyn College 2006 — 2009
Associate's Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Proper Notice March 2011 - June 2013
Global Design Concepts February 2007 - May 2009
The Betesh Group 2005 - 2007
Skills
Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Business Cards, Mac, Image Editing, Photography, Vector Illustration, Photoshop, Invitations, Stationery, Graphics, Art Direction, Layout, Catalogs, Concept Development, Posters, Visual Communication, Flyers, Brochures, Sketching, Digital Photography, Branding, Packaging, Concept Design, Screen Printing, Fashion Design, Fashion, Painting, High-end Retouching, Corporate Identity, Image Manipulation
Education
School of Visual Arts 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Photography
MIGEAR INTERNATIONAL LLC. May 2015 - Present
EOS Sales January 2013 - Present
The Betesh Group June 2010 - August 2010
Education
Baruch College 2010 — 2014
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Magen David Yeshivah High School 2006 — 2010
Care To Care LLC June 2014 - Present
The Paradies Shops November 2012 - May 2014
Jewish Home Lifecare October 2013 - December 2013
Swarovski September 2008 - September 2012
The Betesh Group October 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Proficiency in Quick..., Bilingual in..., Proficient with HCMS, Time Management, Customer Service, Sales, Merchandising, Security
Education
Berkeley College-New York 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Health Services Administration
ASA Institute of Business and Computer Technology 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Lucky Brand August 2014 - April 2015
Eileen Fisher November 2008 - August 2014
The Betesh Group December 2007 - June 2008
SCHIFTER + PARTNERS July 2006 - November 2007
Schwartz & Benjamin March 2002 - July 2006
Skills
Fashion, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Retail, Sales, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Performing Arts, Apparel
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2014 — 2015
Certificate (in process), Omni-Channel Retail
Arizona State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Music Performance, General, 3.8 GPA
The Betesh Group May 2013 - Present
Tory Burch March 2013 - Present
Girlnetic, LLC April 2011 - Present
PVH October 2012 - November 2012
Armani Exchange December 2010 - August 2012
Camuto Group May 2012 - June 2012
Li & Fung USA March 2012 - April 2012
G-III Apparel Group June 2011 - June 2011
Coach October 2010 - November 2010
Club Monaco August 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Trend Analysis, Fashion Design, Tech Packs, Fashion Illustration, Apparel, Fashion, Sportswear, Technical Design, Textiles, Wovens, Product Development, Handbags, Merchandising, Footwear, Sketching, Private Label, Sewing, Pattern Design, Embroidery, Fit, Styling, Mood Boards, Trend Forecasting, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Outerwear, Concept Design, Draping, Global Sourcing, PDM, Freehand Sketching, Jewelry, CAD, Trade Shows, Social Media, InDesign, Accessory Design, Belts, Hardware Design, Hardware Development, Swimwear Design, Trend Research, Web PDM, Flat Sketching, Sales Growth, Trunk Shows, Social Entrepreneurship, Blogger, Production Managment, Conveyors
Education
FIDM, The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Associate of Arts
Fashion Institute of Technology
Professional Studies
The Art Institute: California Design College, Los Angeles, CA
Advance Computer Aided Design (CAD) Certificate Degree
The Betesh Group July 2015 - Present
JPolk Photography LLC 2012 - Present
Helen Ficalora January 2015 - June 2015
Neighborhood Seen Magazine July 2014 - December 2014
Detroit Jewish News June 2013 - August 2013
Tamarack Camps June 2010 - June 2012
Teen2Teen April 2007 - May 2011
Skills
Facebook, Blogging, Fundraising, Event Planning, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Photography, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Studio Lighting, Food Styling, Digital Cameras, Sytling, Public Speaking, Research, PowerPoint, Editing, Event Management, Film Cameras, Organization, Language Teaching
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Photography
Exelon Nuclear January 2015 - Present
Exelon Nuclear November 2013 - December 2014
Exelon Nuclear June 2012 - November 2013
Exelon Nuclear June 2008 - June 2012
The Betesh Group August 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Energy, Marketing Strategy, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Research, Account Management, Marketing, Event Planning, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, Access, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Variance Analysis, Year-end Close, Outlook, SAP, Inventory Management, Project Management, Accounting, Forecasting, Social Media, PeopleSoft, General Ledger, Financial Accounting, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Hyperion Enterprise, Time Management, Corporate Finance, Auditing, Analysis, Microsoft Word, Capital Budgeting, Change Management, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley, Hyperion
Education
Drexel University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Monmouth University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General
Trend Micro November 2014 - Present
Affinity Solutions March 2010 - December 2013
The Betesh Group January 2005 - April 2009
Antares Information Techologies Inc July 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Linux, Apache, VMware, Active Directory, System Administration, Virtualization, Bash, Network Administration, Cisco IOS, Data Center, Puppet, Amazon Web Services..., PCI Standards, CentOS, VMware ESX, PostgreSQL, Java, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, DNS, Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, IIS, OS X, Integration, Git, PHP, IT Operations, PCI DSS, Shell Scripting, High Availability, SAN, Disaster Recovery, Servers, Network Security, HTML, Oracle, Storage Area Networks, Security, Server Architecture
Education
Stony Brook University 2001 — 2004
B.S., Computer Science
G-III Apparel Group November 2011 - Present
G-III Apparel Group November 2011 - November 2012
LF USA March 2009 - November 2011
The Betesh Group November 2005 - March 2009
Scott Adam Designs, Inc. September 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Trend Analysis, Trend, Fashion Design, Tech Packs, Handbags, Illustrator, Fashion Illustration, Sewing, Mood Boards, Styling, Fashion, Graphic Design, Apparel
Education
Massachusetts College of Art 1999 — 2003
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Illustration/ Design
ACCESSORIES DIRECT INTERNATIONAL October 2014 - June 2015
Studio Imports August 2011 - October 2014
The Betesh Group November 2009 - August 2011
Westport Corporation May 2006 - October 2009
Zone 88 August 2004 - May 2006
Carryland 1994 - 2000
Skills
Private Label, Wholesale, Buying, Product Development, Negotiation, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Trade Shows, Selling, Handbags, Catalogs, Sales, Forecasting, Pricing, Retail, Fashion, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, New Business Development, Leadership, Trend Analysis, Merchandising, Real Estate, Visual Merchandising
Education
Dean College 1981 — 1983
Associates Degree of Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Merchandising/Retailing
Dean Jr College 1981 — 1983
Associate's Degree, Fashion Merchandising
The Betesh Group May 2014 - Present
Hara Partners September 2012 - May 2014
IN.SEK DESIGN July 2012 - September 2012
Sheila C. Johnson Design Center 2009 - June 2012
Hellman - Chang September 2010 - December 2010
Mattel June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Product Design, Illustrator, Photoshop, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Solidworks, Keyshot, Graphite, Furniture, Industrial Design, Model Making, Sketching, Art Direction, User Experience, HTML, CSS, Wireframes, Metalworking, Woodworking, Ceramic, Rendering, Design Thinking, Design Strategy
Education
Parsons School of Design 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Parsons The New School for Design 2007 — 2011
BFA, Industrial and Product Design
CHANEL March 2013 - Present
CHANEL June 2012 - March 2013
CHANEL November 2011 - June 2012
Concepter PRM June 2011 - November 2011
American Eagle Outfitters July 2008 - August 2011
InterMetro Industries February 2011 - May 2011
ARAMARK Refreshment Services September 2009 - May 2011
The Betesh Group May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Advertising, Event Planning, Press Releases, Public Relations, Time Management, Customer Service, Market Research, Sales, Project Management, Management, InDesign, PowerPoint, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Editing, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word
Education
University of Scranton 2007 — 2011
B.A., Communication/Marketing
Concept One Accessories April 2009 - November 2010
Built NY July 2007 - September 2008
The Betesh Group February 2004 - July 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Apparel, Fashion, Styling, Trend, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Retail, Private Label, Trend Analysis, Visual Merchandising, Sewing, Footwear, Fashion Design, Textiles
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2004
Victoria's Secret February 2011 - Present
Liz Claiborne June 2008 - 2011
Accessory Network 2006 - 2008
The Betesh Group 2000 - 2005
Confetti 1995 - 2000
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1991 — 1995
Associate Degree in Accessories & Jewelry Design
FAB/STARPOINT November 2013 - Present
Accessory Headquarters July 2012 - November 2013
Walmart August 2010 - January 2012
FAB/STARPOINT October 2005 - April 2009
The Betesh Group March 2003 - July 2005
Eastsport October 1997 - August 2002
Calvin Klein July 1996 - June 1997
Skills
Apparel, Accessories, Fashion Design, Trend Analysis, Bags, Tech Packs, Fashion, Concept Development, Trend, Leather, Drawing, Pointcarre, Handbags, Color Theory, Logo Design, Wovens, Textiles, Hand Knitting, Illustration, Merchandising
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1992 — 1996
BFA, Apparel Design
Calvin Klein Accessories _G III Apparel Group July 2011 - Present
Accessory Network Group October 2009 - November 2011
Liz Claiborne April 2005 - October 2007
The Betesh Group 2004 - 2005
Skills
Fashion Design, Trend Analysis, Leather, Sketching, Sewing, Illustrator, Apparel, Tech Packs, Product Design, Fashion, Handbags, Textiles, Textile Design, Graphic Design, Technical Drawing, Sourcing, Photoshop, Trend, Shoes, Graphics, Bags, Screen Printing, Pattern
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2000 — 2004
B.F.A., Accessory & Graphic Design
Andrew Bowen Designs September 2011 - Present
Protocol September 2014 - May 2015
The Betesh Group January 2013 - January 2014
Machineart Industrial Design August 2012 - January 2013
Clepper Time September 2011 - January 2013
P9 Design July 2012 - August 2012
Quirky Inc February 2012 - May 2012
Manuel Saez & Partners February 2012 - March 2012
inch, inc. September 2011 - February 2012
HMS Research Laboratory November 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Industrial Design, Hypershot, Sketching, Model Making, Ideation, Product Design, Concept Ideation, Design Strategy, Marker Rendering, Rhino, Concept Generation, Rendering, Prototyping, Research Design, Rapid Prototyping, 3D rendering, Solidworks, Concept Development, Design Thinking, Consumer Product Design, Design Management, Furniture, Automotive Design, Digital Rendering, Contextual Research, Concept Design, Strategic Design, Illustrator, Exhibit Design, Visualization, Technical Drawing, Photoshop rendering, Flamingo, Design for Manufacturing, User-centered Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Ergonomics, Packaging, Modeling, Photoshop, Human Factors, Drawing, Housewares, InDesign, Surface Modeling, Toy Design, Rhino 3D, 3D Modeling, 3D Printing, Service Design
Education
Arizona State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science in Design, Industrial Design, 3.8
Art Center College of Design 2007 — 2007
Intermediate Transportation Design
Mesa Community College 2003 — 2007
Associate's degree, General Studies, 3.5
Li and Fung USA - Rosetti April 2012 - Present
Li and Fung USA - Rosetti October 2008 - April 2012
Fantasia January 2008 - August 2008
Big Accessories March 2007 - December 2007
Goorin Brothers February 2007 - December 2007
Liz Claiborne November 2005 - December 2007
Yak Pak September 2004 - July 2006
The Betesh Group 2002 - 2004
American Eagle Outfitters October 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Creative Direction, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Tech Packs, Sketching, Product Development, Wovens, Graphics, Sourcing, Handbags, Packaging, Market Research
Education
Oberlin College 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
TwiceMore Collectory May 2012 - Present
Nikki Kurt March 2008 - Present
?What If! Innovation Partners November 2010 - May 2014
The Betesh Group June 2008 - May 2010
Centron 2005 - 2008
Skills
Illustration, Packaging, Logo Design, Graphics, Sketching, Brand Development, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Drawing, Concept Development, Concept Design, User Interface Design, Posters, Visual Communication, InDesign, Art Direction, Fashion, Branding & Identity, Image Manipulation, Creative Direction, Corporate Identity, Design Strategy, Typography, Layout, Design Thinking, Adobe Creative Suite, Industrial Design, Creative Problem Solving, Experience Design
Education
Pratt Institute 2004 — 2008
BFA, Communications Design with a concentration in Graphic Design
CE Design NYC August 2012 - Present
Elsi Imports 2013 - 2015
Stone Mountain Accessories April 2007 - May 2012
Leung Handbag Mfg January 2002 - April 2007
Jaclyn Apparel January 1996 - 2002
Jackson Corp 1993 - 1996
The Betesh Group 1987 - 1993
Empire- Orr, Inc. 1984 - 1989
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Supplier Negotiations, Extensive International..., Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Promotions, New Business Development, Negotiation, Cost Savings, Troubleshooting, Supplier Audits, Code Compliance, Lead Time Reduction, Creative Concept..., Fashion, Design, Import, Fun, Attention To Detail, Attitude, Writing Skills, Great People Skills, Brand Development, Vendor Relations, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Experience Design, Premiums, Product Launch, Detail Orientation, Hard Worker, Big Picture Thinking, Timeline Management, Trend Identification, Trend Spotting, Comparison Shopping, Cost Analysis, Vision, Corporate Branding, Spanish, Cost Benefit, Accessories, Handbags, Leather, Fabric Development, Listening to customers, Customer Service, Flexibility, Creative Strategy, Humor
Education
Fordham University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Freelance Designer November 2012 - Present
The Betesh Group January 2012 - July 2012
Perry Ellis International December 2010 - December 2011
The Betesh Group June 2007 - November 2010
Intimo March 2006 - June 2007
Terry Lewis Classic Collection October 2004 - March 2006
Cheval Activewear Sportswear May 2004 - October 2004
Longstreet January 2003 - May 2004
Liz Claiborne International January 2001 - July 2001
Skills
Textiles, Sewing, Fitting, Pattern, Technical Packages, Trims, Fit, Textile Design, Illustrator, Tops, Merchandising, Swimwear, CADs, Styling, Trend Forecasting, Fashion Shows
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2006 — 2008
Global Fashion Management, Management and Marketing in the Luxury Apparel Field, 3.5
Hong Kong Polytechnic 2007 — 2007
Post-Graduate Diploma, International Marketing, 4.0
Institute Francais de la Mode 2007 — 2007
4.0
Drexel University 1999 — 2002
Fashion Design, Fashion Design
Aeropostale March 2012 - April 2014
Calvin Klein June 2011 - December 2011
The Betesh Group November 2009 - May 2011
Juicy Couture June 2009 - October 2009
rag & bone January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Sketching, Fashion, Illustration, Illustrator, Trend Analysis, Footwear, Apparel, Handbags
Education
FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Accessory Design
Matsuyama University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
Gretchen Scott Designs January 2015 - Present
Age Group Ltd. September 2009 - November 2014
J.E.M. International Inc January 2009 - September 2009
The Betesh Group May 2008 - December 2008
Capelli New York September 2006 - June 2008
Bronx River Arts Center November 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, Illustration, Creative Direction, Fashion Design, Trend Analysis, Apparel, Illustrator, Graphics, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Packaging, Fashion, Typography, Catalogs
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
BFA, Graphic Design, *Magna Cum Laude
LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts 1997 — 2000
Specialized Diploma, Commercial and Advertising Art
The northwest Company, LLC October 2007 - February 2014
IDEA NUOVA INC. December 2006 - October 2007
MONKEY BUSINESS August 2006 - December 2006
MATTHEWS MIDDLETON January 2006 - December 2006
YOTTOY PRODUCTIONS October 2005 - February 2006
The Betesh Group July 2005 - December 2005
Alexander Doll Company, Inc. June 2004 - August 2004
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN FORM GROUP CORP January 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Sketching, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Product Development, Product Design, Packaging, Licensing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Windows & Mac operating..., Textiles, Hand Drafting, Graphics
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2003 — 2005
TOY DESIGNER, TOY DESIGN
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana 1998 — 2003
Industrial Designer, B.ID. Industrial Design
Perfect Image Accessories January 2013 - Present
Powerflow Yoga January 2008 - Present
Self-employed February 2007 - Present
Chateau International February 2007 - February 2011
FAB/ Starpoint January 2002 - January 2007
Global Design Concepts August 1999 - December 2001
The Betesh Group September 1989 - July 1999
Skills
Apparel, Fashion, Packaging, Fashion Design, Styling, Retail, Graphic Design, Illustration, Advertising, Textiles, Trend Analysis, Trend, Product Marketing, Merchandising, Product Development
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Jakks Pacific January 2015 - Present
Jakks Pacific February 2011 - Present
Freelance Designer / Self Employed October 2009 - February 2011
mattel April 2007 - September 2009
The Betesh Group 2004 - 2007
Fisher-Price June 2003 - August 2003
Jones Apparel Group September 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Textiles, Product Design, Illustrator, Toys, Sewing, Creative Direction, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Strategy, Photoshop, Apparel, Graphics, Packaging, Consumer Products, Concept Development, Fashion, 3D, Industrial Design, Mood Boards, Concept Design, Illustration, Pattern, Draping, Product Development, Art Direction, Rendering
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
B.F.A., Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology 2000 — 2002
A.A.S, Fashion Design
giggle April 2015 - Present
Cole Haan June 2012 - October 2013
Club Monaco August 2011 - October 2011
Tommy Hilfiger October 2009 - January 2010
Fantasia Accessories March 2004 - December 2007
American Eagle Outfitters December 2003 - February 2004
The Betesh Group April 1998 - December 2003
Skills
Fashion Design, Fashion, Trend, Product Development, Trend Analysis, Sourcing, Sketching, Pattern, Handbags, Leather, Private Label, Textiles, Apparel, Fashion Illustration, Styling, CAD, Tech Packs, Merchandising, Retail, Illustrator, Concept Development, Brand Development, Wholesale, Product Design, Sewing, Visual Merchandising, Photoshop
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree
Fashion Institute of Technology
Associate's Degree
Skip Hop April 2015 - Present
Skip Hop August 2010 - Present
The Betesh Group 2003 - 2009
Fisher-Price 1995 - 2003
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Marketing, Merchandising, Brand Management, Trend Analysis, Retail
Education
City University of New York-Brooklyn College 1990 — 1995
BA, Health and Nutrition
Michael Kors April 2015 - Present
Michael Kors April 2015 - Present
kate spade November 2008 - April 2015
kate spade November 2008 - April 2015
Tumi July 2006 - November 2008
Coach 2004 - 2006
The Betesh Group July 2002 - July 2004
Li and Fung USA - Rosetti July 2000 - July 2002
Skills
Leather, Handbags, Jewelry Design, Pattern, Fashion Design, Fit, Footwear, Trend Analysis, Jewelry, Illustrator, Trend, Sketching, Tech Packs, Fashion, Technical Design, Fitting, Textiles, Apparel, Knitwear, Sewing, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Sportswear, Shoes, Trend Forecasting, Wovens, Bags, Fashion Illustration, Styling, Textile Design
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Andrews + Blaine Ltd. July 2015 - Present
The Betesh Group March 2013 - July 2015
EK Success January 2012 - March 2013
EK Success September 2009 - January 2012
EK Success May 2006 - August 2009
Arnell Group May 2008 - August 2008
Biomet May 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Industrial Design, Illustrator, Packaging, InDesign, Product Development, Product Design, Concept Development, Graphics, Design Strategy, Solidworks, Creative Direction, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Sketching, Illustration, Logo Design, Art Direction, Concept Design, Product Management, Budget Audits, Department Budget..., Rendering, Layout, Microsoft Office, Drawing
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2002 — 2006
BFA, Industrial Design, University Honors, 3.64 GPA
Region Nine Housing Corporation March 2013 - Present
The Betesh Group February 2006 - Present
Washington Mutual Bank 2004 - 2006
G-III Apparel Group 2003 - 2004
Brooks Brothers 1999 - 2002
Americo Group, Inc. 1999 - 1999
Isaac Mizrahi Co., LP 1996 - 1998
Macy's 1985 - 1996
Skills
Retail, Logistics, Sales, Leadership, 3PL, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Strategy, Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, P&L Management, Customer Service, Contract Negotiation, Warehousing, Negotiation, Inventory Control, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Pricing, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Team Building, Supply Chain...
Education
State University of New York College at Plattsburgh 1981 — 1985
BS, Economics & Business
Fast Forward LLC August 2009 - Present
FrenzGroup July 2009 - February 2013
Global Design Concepts June 2004 - February 2007
The Betesh Group March 2002 - June 2004
HoildayFair May 1998 - March 2002
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1994 — 1998
sonyamara@gmail.com July 2015 - Present
pancakes & pumps January 2012 - August 2015
Confetti July 2013 - August 2013
Accessories Direct International USA, Inc. June 2013 - June 2013
Accessory Network July 2004 - December 2009
Worldwide Dreams LLC April 2004 - June 2004
The Betesh Group March 1997 - March 2004
The Betsh Group 1997 - 2004
Bianca Sportswear, Inc 1995 - 1996
Buffalo David Bitton 1994 - 1995
Skills
Handbags, Creative Direction, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Apparel, Fashion Design, Styling, Textiles, Merchandising, Brand Development, Visual Merchandising, Concept Development, Illustrator, Fashion Illustration, Sales, Sketching, Product Development, Trend Forecasting, Photoshop, Footwear, Private Label, Sewing, Graphic Design, Trend, Tech Packs, Leather
Education
State University of New York College at Oneonta
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising & Design
The Betesh Group September 2004 - February 2015
Burlington Coat Factory December 2002 - September 2004
Kidco 1993 - 1995
Charming Shoppes 1988 - 1993
The Children's Place 1983 - 1988
Gap Inc. 1979 - 1983
Skills
Retail, Product Development, Purchasing, Merchandising, Project Planning
Education
Green Mountain College
AAS, Retailing
Sahouri Insurance & Financial March 2014 - Present
Golden Ninja LLC January 2010 - Present
Videotech Building Services March 2010 - March 2013
Electronic Arts March 2008 - August 2008
The Betesh Group May 2005 - November 2007
Education
George Mason University 2010 — 2012
BA with Japanese Language Minor, Art and Visual technology, 3.51
Northern Virginia Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate's degree, Japanese Studies, 4.0
BDO USA, LLP August 2015 - Present
EY August 2013 - August 2015
Ernst & Young November 2012 - July 2013
Ernst & Young July 2011 - October 2012
The Betesh Group June 2008 - July 2011
VICTORIA CLASSICS May 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Chargebacks, Negotiation, Quickbooks, Public Speaking, Accounting Research, Accounting, Able To Multi-task, PeopleSoft, Time Management, Epic, Outlook, Lotus Notes, QuickBooks, Leadership, Budgets, Management, Finance, Financial Analysis, Team Leadership, Financial Reporting, Epic Systems, Forecasting, Auditing, Analysis, Internal Controls, Retail, GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, US GAAP, Account Reconciliation, Business Strategy, Marketing, General Ledger, Financial Statements, Assurance, Journal Entries, Due Diligence, Pricing, Managerial Finance, Financial Planning
Education
City University of New York-College of Staten Island 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
College of Staten Island 2006 — 2011
Bachelors, Marketing
Yeshiva Rambam 2002 — 2006
Regents, Diploma
Horizon Group USA June 2013 - Present
Leadership for Supply Chain CPG Greater New York City Area 2013 - Present
World Enterprises Consumer Corp June 2011 - April 2013
Hampton Forge ltd January 2011 - April 2011
Horizon Group USA April 2006 - January 2011
Horizon Group USA January 2003 - April 2006
The Betesh Group January 1999 - January 2003
The Betesh Group July 1993 - December 1998
Sarne January 1986 - January 1993
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Product Development, Retail, Purchasing, Management, Process Improvement, Pricing, Operations Management, Demand Planning, ERP, Negotiation, Team Building, Sales, Sales Management, Market Research, Sourcing
Education
Illinois State University 1973 — 1977
BBA, Business
Mary Help of Christians Academy July 2013 - Present
Mary Help of Christians Academy December 2009 - July 2013
Mary Help of Christians Academy August 2004 - November 2009
Johnson Atelier May 2002 - July 2004
The Betesh Group May 1998 - April 2000
Accessory Network July 1996 - May 1998
RJ Manufacturing January 1992 - May 1993
Pacific Connections June 1989 - October 1991
Skills
Teaching, Tutoring, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Art Education, Curriculum Design, Classroom, Research, Classroom Management, K-12, Lesson Planning, Editing, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Event Planning, Differentiated...
Education
University of The Arts 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Education, Metalsmithing and Jewelry Arts, Fiber Arts
Blue Sky 1990 - Present
Will's Mayhem Inc. 2000 - 2012
Delta Children's Products 2006 - 2007
The Betesh Group 2001 - 2006
Rubie's Costume Co., Inc. 1999 - 2001
Skills
Graphic Design, Branding/Packaging..., illustrator, Photoshop, Pinnacle Studio, Medical Illustration, Illustration, Orthographic schematics, Traditional..., Sculpting, photography, Oil Painting, MIG welding, Fine Art, Computer Hardware, PC, Mac, Digital Imaging, Illustrator, Photography, Sketching, Concept Development, Sculpture, Art, Vector Illustration, Product Design, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Advertising, Product Development, Logo Design, Graphics, Art Direction
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine Art, Medical Illustration, Biotechnology
The Betesh Group October 2013 - Present
Nordstrom November 2002 - October 2013
Middlesex County College 2001 - 2002
Carl Olsen Associates 1999 - 2001
Penguin Group USA 1994 - 1999
Skills
Employee Relations, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Onboarding, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Performance Management
Education
Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Freelance June 2011 - September 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2010 - June 2011
The Betesh Group March 2009 - April 2010
Freelance July 2005 - February 2009
Little Me November 2004 - June 2005
Happy Kids September 1995 - August 2004
Design Works International October 1994 - September 1995
Skills
Graphics, Textile Design, Fashion Design, Illustration, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Packaging, Drawing, Illustrator, Typography, Graphic Design, Storyboarding, Concept Design, Layout, Fine Art
Education
Parsons School of Design
BFA, Illustration
Passalacqua School of Drawing & Illustration
Illustration, Reportage, Drawing, Art
The Betesh Group May 1995 - Present
HJ Rashti December 1989 - 1996
Skills
Merchandising, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Strategic Sales Plans, Retail, Product Development, Apparel, Fashion, Wholesale, Sales, Trend Analysis, Pricing, Consumer Products, Private Label
Education
State University of New York College at Brockport 1969 — 1972
BA, Poly Sci
Luenthai June 2006 - Present
Pacific Connections 2005 - 2006
The Betesh Group 2001 - 2004
Skills
Trend Analysis, Textiles, Merchandising, Wovens, Sportswear, Apparel, Private Label, Denim, Fashion, Fashion Design, Knitwear, Sales
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2001 — 2001
Associate of Applied Science Degree, Fashion Merchandising Management
State University of New York College at Oneonta 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science Degree, Human Ecology: Apparel and Textiles with a concentration in Fashion Merchandising
Self-employed January 2013 - Present
Freelance Graphic Designer July 2007 - July 2008
The Betesh Group April 2006 - June 2007
Avon December 2003 - March 2004
Skills
Packaging, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Concept Development, Vector Illustration, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Layout, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Graphic Design, Typography, Corporate Identity, Illustration, Sketching, Metalsmithing, Photoshop, Leatherwork, Ceramic, People Skills, Foreign Languages
Education
Pratt Institute 2001 — 2004
Master's degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
영남대학교 / Yeungnam University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Communication Design, General
HIS/No Kidding February 2013 - Present
The Betesh Group March 2012 - January 2013
Leaders in Fashion Design Graphics Children in the Greater New York City Area 2012 - April 2012
Sally Miller 2011 - 2012
Babies R Us November 2010 - November 2011
MJM Fashions March 2009 - July 2010
Rashti and Rashti January 2006 - December 2008
Longstreet April 2003 - January 2006
Quiltex 2001 - 2003
Happy Kids 1993 - 1998
Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Web PDM, Babies, Tech Packs, Packaging, Styling, Graphics, Fashion Design, Trend Research, Sportswear, Garment Construction, Textiles, Apparel, Trend, Flat Sketching, Mac, Textile Design, InDesign, Logo Design, Concept Development, Embroidery, QuarkXPress, Creative Direction, Trend Analysis, Photography, Brand Development, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Outerwear, Presentation Boards, Catalogs, Fashion, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Photoshop
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2011 — 2011
Continuing Education, Graphic Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
AA, Fashion Design, Childrenswear
State University of New York at New Paltz
Bachelors, Theatre, Art
The Betesh Group April 2009 - Present
The Betesh Group September 2002 - March 2009
MBI Inc. August 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Product Marketing, Licensing, Marketing, Social Media, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Marketing Management, Strategy, Direct Marketing, Management, Trade Shows, Business Development, Advertising, Brand Development
Education
University of Pennsylvania 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, English
Protiviti November 2007 - Present
Citigroup (Citi) December 2004 - October 2007
The Betesh Group November 2002 - December 2004
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 1998 — 2002
B.S
Evercore Partners February 2006 - July 2012
AIG 2004 - 2006
Deutsche Bank 1997 - 2002
The Betesh Group 1995 - 1997
Etienne Aigner 1980 - 1986
Skills
Investment Banking, Equities, Private Equity, Due Diligence, Financial Modeling, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Treasury, Client Service Oriented, Travel Management, Customer Service, Expense Management, Credit, Hedge Funds, Client Services, Corporate Finance, Valuation, Credit Analysis, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Asset Management, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
Seminary of the Immaculate Conception 1975 — 1979
MDiv., Theology/Theological Studies
Cathedral College 1971 — 1975
BA, Psychology
Age Group, Ltd. September 2009 - January 2014
Scholastic April 2007 - November 2008
The Betesh Group March 2006 - April 2007
Townley, Inc. August 2004 - March 2006
Amscan, Inc. March 2003 - August 2004
YOTTOY Productions, Inc. June 1997 - February 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Packaging, Product Design, Product Development, Book Design, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Development, Logo Design, Illustration, Catalogs, Typography, Art Direction, Photoshop, Graphics, Creative Direction
Education
Pratt Institute 1994 — 1997
Communication Design, Industrial Design
Daniel M Friedman & Associates April 2006 - Present
The Betesh Group August 2004 - April 2006
Education
Fairfield University 1999 — 2003
Various Companies August 2011 - Present
Li & Fung USA October 2008 - July 2011
Daniel Friedman July 2007 - September 2008
Zone 88 January 2006 - June 2007
The Betesh Group March 2005 - December 2005
The Rockefeller University 2000 - 2004
Skills
Handbags, Illustrator, Private Label, Apparel, Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Illustration, Merchandising, Sketching, Sourcing, Styling, Trend, Trend Analysis, Mood Boards, Tech Packs
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1997 — 2005
Pentair Valves & Controls June 2014 - Present
Conway June 2013 - February 2014
J&R Music & Computer World February 2009 - April 2013
The Betesh Group January 2008 - January 2009
American Home Mortgage 2001 - 2007
ISS Group April 1995 - May 2001
Skills
SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Development, Databases, Visio, Software Project..., Database Design, Program Management, Agile Methodologies, Testing, Access, Management, Integration, XML, Web Applications
Education
The CHUBB Institute 1994 — 1995
Diploma in Computer Programming, Computer Programming
State University 'Lviv Polytechnics' 1978 — 1983
BS, Math and Computer Science
Ralph Lauren November 2003 - Present
The Betesh Group September 2001 - October 2003
Bill Blass August 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Apparel, Graphics, Art, Illustrator, Tech Packs, Fashion, Creative Direction, Styling, Art Direction, Trend Analysis, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Fashion Design, InDesign, Concept Development, Illustration, Trend, Sketching, Fashion Illustration, Sportswear, Outerwear
Education
University of San Francisco 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing and Fashion
The Betesh Group January 2005 - March 2008
Badgley Mischka January 2002 - July 2004
Skills
Advertising, Brand Management, Public Relations, Brand Development, Blogging, Social Media, Press Releases, Marketing, Creative Direction, Fashion, Publicity
Education
Parsons School of Design 1990 — 1994
BBA
Parsons School of Design 1990 — 1994
bba, marketing
Muhlenberg College 1989 — 1990
Northern Valley Regional Highschool 1985 — 1989
Kenneth Cole Productions October 2012 - Present
Baura New York April 2011 - October 2012
The Betesh Group December 2007 - October 2010
Noble Desktop 2007 - 2009
Phiber Inc June 2003 - March 2007
Skills
Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Event Planning, Concept Development, Photoshop, Trend Analysis, Editing, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Carpentry, Woodworking, Sewing, Technical Design, Project Management, Management, Employee Training, SketchUp, Photography, InDesign, Set Design, Apparel, Accessories, Repeats, Color Management, Graphic Design, Typography, Print Design, Design Research
Education
Harvard University
Bachelor's Degree, Fine and Studio Arts
Harvard University
Bachelor's degree, Fine and Studio Arts
L'Oreal October 2007 - October 2010
The Betesh Group June 2003 - October 2007
betesh group 2003 - 2007
Education
JP Stevens
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Giorgio Gori Usa June 2015 - Present
PSC Premier Shipping August 2011 - Present
Foley Caterpillar November 2004 - October 2009
The Betesh Group September 2002 - November 2004
Skills
Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Warehouse Management, Pricing, Budgets, Sales, Purchasing, Global Sourcing, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Retail, Marketing
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Brookdale Community College
The Betesh Group October 2000 - Present
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1978 — 1980
Bowling Green State University 1976 — 1980
BA, Fashion and Merchandising
Chi Chi Couture May 2014 - Present
Freelance March 2012 - Present
Me & You Accessories September 2008 - February 2012
Marc Ecko Enterprises 2005 - September 2008
Leila Listo LLC 2003 - 2005
Falchi Designs LLC 2000 - 2003
The Betesh Group 1999 - 2000
Accessory Exchange 1997 - 1999
Skills
Tech Packs, Fashion Design, Mood Boards, Handbags, Trend, Fashion, Draping, Trend Analysis, Styling, Leather, Fitting, Sewing, Textiles, Trend Forecasting, Creative Direction, Art Direction
Education
New York University 1993 — 1995
Film / TV production, Film, TV, Minor in Art History
California College of the Arts 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Jewelry & Metal Arts/Film
3.1 Phillip Lim April 2013 - Present
Prada September 2011 - February 2013
Louis Vuitton Malletier May 2009 - May 2011
Emilio Pucci - LVMH Group 2007 - March 2010
BCBG Max Azria April 2005 - September 2007
The Betesh Group March 2003 - April 2005
Education
Barnard College 1991 — 1995
Owner Operator USA 2008 - Present
Camilla Staerk January 2008 - July 2008
J.Crew April 2007 - January 2008
J.Crew February 2007 - April 2007
Polo Ralph Lauren February 2006 - November 2006
Helmut Lang January 2005 - January 2006
The Betesh Group 1999 - 2001
Skills
Pipefitting, Fashion Design, Draping, Sewing, Pattern, Apparel, Production Managment, Sketching, Outerwear, Wovens, Textiles, Art, Fashion, Knitwear, Embroidery
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2001 — 2003
AAS, Menswear, Fine Arts
GBG USA - Rosetti April 2014 - Present
Li and Fung USA - Rosetti September 2002 - April 2014
The Betesh Group April 1997 - September 2002
Accessory Network January 1991 - April 1997
Pacific Connections 1985 - 1991
Skills
Handbags, Trend, Product Development, Fashion, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Fashion Design, Private Label, Leadership, Sketching, Brand Development, Knitwear, Wholesale, Sales
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Buying and Merchandising
Town and Country Living January 2014 - Present
Harry Winston 2011 - 2013
The Movado Group, Inc. 2003 - 2010
The Betesh Group 2001 - 2003
The Monet Group/Liz Claiborne Inc. 2000 - 2001
The Monet Group 1998 - 2000
The Monet Group 1995 - 1998
Skills
Merchandising, Forecasting, Fashion, Retail, Inventory Management, Wholesale, Visual Merchandising, Jewelry, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Merchandise Planning, Store Management, Luxury Goods, Profit, Sales Planning, Margin Planning, Financial Analysis, Assortment Planning, Markdown Analysis, Process Improvement, Training, Project Planning, Watches, Handbags, Accessories, Linens/textiles
Education
Boston College
Bachelor of Science, Business-Marketing
Icon Vapor, Inc. January 2012 - Present
MyEZsmokes, Inc 2011 - Present
The Betesh Group January 1994 - November 1999
Nitches August 1989 - January 1993
The Noxell Corporation November 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Sales Management, Direct Sales, Management, Account Management, People Development, Executive Management, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Marketing, Consumer Products, Sales, Retail, Competitive Analysis
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 1982 — 1987
b.s. marketing, Marketing
river enterprises April 2004 - Present
The George Restaurant May 2005 - October 2005
Flavor Fusion September 2004 - February 2005
The Betesh Group 2000 - 2001
Education
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1998 — 2001
Fashion Technolgy, Computer Textile Design
Steve Madden November 2004 - July 2011
The Betesh Group August 2001 - October 2004
Skills
Fashion, Handbags, Merchandising
Education
University of Hartford 1995 — 1999
BA, Communications
thomasdoyle.com February 2004 - Present
Reeves International-Breyer Horses May 2013 - August 2014
Licensed Sports Products and Apparel Manufacturer July 2012 - May 2013
EB Brands-Excalibur Electronics March 2009 - December 2011
The Betesh Group July 2005 - September 2008
ThreeSixty Sourcing Ltd.-SCI Promotions December 2001 - September 2003
Applause-Dakin, Inc June 1996 - September 2001
Strottman International March 1993 - June 1996
Strottman International June 1992 - March 1993
Mattel, Inc. January 1988 - June 1992
Skills
Product Development, Global Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Toys, Corporate Gifts, Plastics, Cross-functional Team...
Education
California State University
Master of Science (MS)
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Wall st. The New Black January 2015 - Present
The Betesh Group May 2000 - August 2008
Faded Glory 1999 - 2000
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1995 — 1999
1999, Fashion Merchandising
Concept One Accessories October 2008 - Present
Jakks Pacific September 2006 - October 2008
Added Extras June 2005 - September 2006
The Betesh Group August 2004 - June 2005
Toys R Us October 2000 - April 2004
Skills
Merchandising, Negotiation, Forecasting, New Business Development, Teamwork, Trade Shows, Leadership, Sales Management, Fashion, Retail, Sales, Private Label, Brand Management, Strategy, Time Management, Apparel, Brand Development, Management, Product Development, Trend Analysis, Customer Service, Pricing, Product Marketing, Visual Merchandising
Education
University of Delaware 1996 — 2000
Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
Highline United November 2014 - Present
Highline United July 2014 - November 2014
G-lll February 2012 - June 2014
Kathy Van Zeeland November 2011 - February 2012
B Makowsky June 2009 - October 2011
The Betesh Group September 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Bags, Sketching, Trend Analysis, Concept Development, Illustrator, Photoshop, Mac, Illustration, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Graphics, Organization
Education
Pratt Institute 1998 — 2002
BFA, Graphic Design
The Betesh Group June 2014 - Present
Global Design Concepts July 2005 - March 2014
Bay Travelgear 2002 - 2005
Monarch Designs, Inc 2002 - 2005
A.D. Sutton & Sons 1999 - 2002
Accessory Network 1994 - 1997
Skills
Fashion Design, Sketching
Education
Pratt Institute 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic Design
Supply Chain Solutions June 2009 - Present
Horizon Group USA November 1999 - May 2009
The Betesh Group April 1993 - October 1999
Liz Claiborne 1991 - 1993
Telscor Distribution 1985 - 1991
MURJANI INTERNATIONAL 1982 - 1985
Education
Pace University-Pleasantville/Briarcliff Campus 1977 — 1982
BBA, Financial Management
United Success Education January 2012 - Present
The Betesh Group 2006 - 2011
Rusty Cinnamon 2003 - 2006
Tiffany 2001 - 2002
Fountain Technology Inc. 1996 - 2001
Skills
Product Development, Marketing, Retail, Purchasing, E-commerce, Pricing, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Apparel, Brand Management, Merchandising, Fashion, Product Management, Brand Development
Education
Memorial University of Newfoundland 1988 — 1992
BA, Economic and Business Administration
Hong Kong Culinary School
Traditional Chinese Banquet cooking and Dim sum.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Web Design
The Betesh Group October 2000 - Present
Education
Bowling Green State University 1976 — 1980
BS, Fashion Merchandising
Adjmi Apparel Group March 2013 - October 2013
Delta Enterprises Corp. July 2011 - February 2012
The Betesh Group August 2002 - January 2011
Romar Accessories January 2002 - August 2002
Fisher-Price June 1995 - January 2002
Fisher-Price Character Brands June 1995 - January 2002
Skills
Packaging, Concept Development, Toys, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Illustration, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Logo Design, Illustrator, InDesign, Corporate Identity, QuarkXPress, Mac
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1990 — 1995
BFA, Advertising Design/Packaging Design
Fashion Institute of Technonolgy 1990 — 1995
Associates, Applied Science- Advertising Design
State University of New York at the Fashion Institute of Technology 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Package Design
The Betesh Group March 2006 - May 2009
The Betesh Group April 2001 - March 2006
Eden LLC September 1996 - March 2001
Bantam Collections, Inc. 1982 - 1996
Education
Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala 1978 — 1980
Business Administration
The Betesh Group August 2005 - Present
Pressman Toy Corporation 2002 - August 2005
Funhouse Toys 1999 - 2001
Skills
Creative Direction, Sketching, Toys, Concept Development, Consumer Products, Illustration, Packaging, Logo Design, Brand Development, Art Direction, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Graphics
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1996 — 2000
Bachelors, Fine Arts, Toy Design
Botkier February 2015 - Present
Handbag Design Consulting July 2014 - Present
Li & Fung USA October 2008 - July 2014
Kohl's Department Stores November 2007 - October 2008
Kenneth Cole Productions October 2005 - July 2007
The Betesh Group February 2005 - October 2005
Michael Simon February 2004 - January 2005
Steve Madden September 2003 - February 2004
Etre Design, LLC September 2002 - September 2003
Skills
Tech Packs, Handbags, Fashion Illustration, Leather, Sourcing, Footwear, Product Development, Fashion Design, Trend Analysis, Mood Boards, Trend, Draping, Wovens, Pattern
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1998 — 2002
BFA, Fashion/Accessories Design
The Betesh Group November 1997 - Present
Skills
Trend, Fashion, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Merchandising, Product Development, Private Label, Trend Analysis, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Management, Packaging, Consumer Products, Negotiation, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Toys, Wholesale, Sales, Product Marketing, Handbags, Textiles, Apparel, Brand Development, E-commerce, Brand Management
Education
School name: 1977 — 1979
BA
SUNY at Buffalo
The Betesh Group September 2012 - Present
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia March 2012 - September 2012
Art and Cook September 2008 - December 2011
Michael Graves Design Group December 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Industrial Design, Rendering, Concept Development, Product Design, Sketching
Education
Bezalel Academy of Art and Design 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Industrial and Product Design
Self Employed Wholesale 2009 - Present
F.A.B. Starpoint 2010 - 2010
Rugged Equipment 2006 - 2009
The Betesh Group January 2002 - June 2006
Accessory Network January 1990 - January 2002
Skills
Sales, Retail, Wholesale, Cold Calling, Apparel, Fashion, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Pricing, Product Development, Trend Analysis, Private Label, Purchasing
Education
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY) 1979 — 1982
B.A., Accounting
Collection 18 April 2012 - Present
RVC Enterprises 2006 - April 2012
MZ Berger November 2003 - February 2005
The Betesh Group November 2001 - November 2003
Eden Toys 1979 - 2000
Skills
Retail, Apparel, Product Development, Merchandising, Fashion, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Sales Management, Textiles, Negotiation, Logistics, Forecasting, E-commerce, Microsoft Excel, New Business Development, Trend Analysis, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Management, Supply Chain..., Import, P&L Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Warehousing, Supply Chain, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Wholesale, Shipping, 3PL, Supply Chain Management, Global Sourcing, Income Statement
Education
St. Peter's College
BS, Business Management/Economics
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Certificate Program in Finance and Supply Chain Management
J.Foster Phillips Funerl Home September 2010 - September 2012
AFD Contract Furniture January 2005 - October 2009
Dancker, Sellew & Douglas (DS&D) January 2001 - January 2005
The Betesh Group October 1997 - January 2001
Education
LIU Brooklyn 1974 — 1978
Bachelor, Sociology
Christ the King H.S. 1970 — 1974
The Betesh Group June 2008 - July 2013
Skills
Trend Analysis, Trend, Global Sourcing, Private Label, Apparel, Wholesale, Merchandising, Product Development, Fashion, Textiles, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Pricing, Fashion Design, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Leather, Styling, Sales, Illustrator, Packaging, Sewing
Education
University at Buffalo 2006 — 2008
Master of Science (MS), Business/Managerial Economics, 3.8
Rashti & Rashti 1997 - Present
The Betesh Group 1993 - 1997
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Art, Merchandising, Adobe Creative Suite, Packaging, Product Design, Illustrator, Fashion Design, Fashion, Art Direction, Visual Communication, Creative Direction, Apparel, Concept Development, Private Label, Trend Analysis, Sketching, InDesign, Concept Design
Education
Carnegie Mellon University
BFA, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Painting
Tuscany1919 LLC January 2010 - Present
Tuscany LLC 2009 - May 2010
The Betesh Group 2004 - December 2007
Education
Concordia University 1955 — 1959
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
S4K Entertainment Group April 2012 - Present
The Betesh Group June 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Marketing, Trend Analysis
Education
Baruch College 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
The Betesh Group March 1996 - March 2008
Host Apparel Inc. November 1980 - February 1996
Education
Fordham University 1966 — 1972
Bachelor's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, 2.5
Madison Street Capital April 2010 - October 2013
The Betesh Group January 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Due Diligence, Equities, Equity Research, Equity Trading, Valuation, Futures Trading, Commodity Markets, Early-stage Startups, Start-up Ventures, Venture Capital
Education
DePaul University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Political Science