Rachel P.

With over 15 years of experience in the luxury, contemporary, and lifestyle retail sectors, I specialize in driving growth and profitability for brands through strategic merchandise planning, wholesale expansion, and bespoke consultancy. My hands-on approach empowers businesses to maximize sales, increase visibility, and thrive in competitive markets. Currently, I run my own consulting agency, offering customized support and in-house training for growing startups and established brands alike. I focus on developing and executing direct-to-consumer and wholesale growth strategies that deliver measurable, sustainable results. Services Offered: -Strategic Growth Planning: Develop customized plans to scale your business effectively. -Wholesale & Retail Expertise: Deep insights into managing sales channels and optimizing digital marketplaces (such as Faire). -DTC to Wholesale Transition: Seamlessly transition your brand from direct-to-consumer to wholesale. -Team Development: Guidance to enhance team efficiency and drive growth. -Brand Audits: Comprehensive analysis to identify opportunities and address challenges. -Merchandise Assortment Planning: Expert strategies to optimize product mix and inventory levels for increased profitability. Key Achievements: -Desmond & Dempsey: Implemented a commercial strategy that fueled over 380% growth in three years. -Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry: Expanded business across 24 emerging markets and increased US wholesale sales by 40% YoY. -Michael Kors Handbags: Led strategic initiatives that resulted in historic YoY growth for key accounts. -Bloomingdale's: Executed a size allocation program that enhanced sales and inventory productivity company wide. -Coach Handbags: Trained regional teams and optimized merchandising standards in the Los Angeles market. Relevant Skills: Retail Strategy | Wholesale Management | Luxury Goods | Contemporary & Lifestyle Brands | Team Development | Sales Optimization | Strategic Planning | Business Planning | Merchandising | Inventory Management | Brand Development | Customer Service Training | Market Penetration | Pricing Strategy