Elizabeth Fenster
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Dan Racette
I have enjoyed working with Elizabeth throughout here career at Lands' End. She is stellar with person-to-person skills, and she takes on all challenges thrown her way. She is pragmatic with her decision-making, using professional practices gained, and a sharp intelligence that came ingrained within her. She has been a great partner in all the interactions that I have personally worked with her. She exhibits a seasoned set of skills with follow-up, and sees projects through to the end. I have seen her deliver difficult feedback, without being demeaning, or degrading. I have also been able to get positive feedback from others about her performance as well. I sincerely look forward to partners like her in the future. What a great business-minded individual! I look to see Elizabeth soar!
John Herman
When it comes to new candidates the traits I look for and value most are passion, eagerness to learn and a strong point of view. Based on these 3 traits alone Liz is a great hire. From day one she demonstrated a sincere hunger to learn her role, the business, and make a true difference both from a bottom line as well as a process standpoint. Liz was never content with the status quo whether it be in her development or in looking at the trend and offering of her business. The opportunity to manage Liz and watch her develop into what i believe long term will be a tremendous merchant is something any employer considering her for a position should take advantage of.
Dan Racette
I have enjoyed working with Elizabeth throughout here career at Lands' End. She is stellar with person-to-person skills, and she takes on all challenges thrown her way. She is pragmatic with her decision-making, using professional practices gained, and a sharp intelligence that came ingrained within her. She has been a great partner in all the interactions that I have personally worked with her. She exhibits a seasoned set of skills with follow-up, and sees projects through to the end. I have seen her deliver difficult feedback, without being demeaning, or degrading. I have also been able to get positive feedback from others about her performance as well. I sincerely look forward to partners like her in the future. What a great business-minded individual! I look to see Elizabeth soar!
John Herman
When it comes to new candidates the traits I look for and value most are passion, eagerness to learn and a strong point of view. Based on these 3 traits alone Liz is a great hire. From day one she demonstrated a sincere hunger to learn her role, the business, and make a true difference both from a bottom line as well as a process standpoint. Liz was never content with the status quo whether it be in her development or in looking at the trend and offering of her business. The opportunity to manage Liz and watch her develop into what i believe long term will be a tremendous merchant is something any employer considering her for a position should take advantage of.
Dan Racette
I have enjoyed working with Elizabeth throughout here career at Lands' End. She is stellar with person-to-person skills, and she takes on all challenges thrown her way. She is pragmatic with her decision-making, using professional practices gained, and a sharp intelligence that came ingrained within her. She has been a great partner in all the interactions that I have personally worked with her. She exhibits a seasoned set of skills with follow-up, and sees projects through to the end. I have seen her deliver difficult feedback, without being demeaning, or degrading. I have also been able to get positive feedback from others about her performance as well. I sincerely look forward to partners like her in the future. What a great business-minded individual! I look to see Elizabeth soar!
John Herman
When it comes to new candidates the traits I look for and value most are passion, eagerness to learn and a strong point of view. Based on these 3 traits alone Liz is a great hire. From day one she demonstrated a sincere hunger to learn her role, the business, and make a true difference both from a bottom line as well as a process standpoint. Liz was never content with the status quo whether it be in her development or in looking at the trend and offering of her business. The opportunity to manage Liz and watch her develop into what i believe long term will be a tremendous merchant is something any employer considering her for a position should take advantage of.
Dan Racette
I have enjoyed working with Elizabeth throughout here career at Lands' End. She is stellar with person-to-person skills, and she takes on all challenges thrown her way. She is pragmatic with her decision-making, using professional practices gained, and a sharp intelligence that came ingrained within her. She has been a great partner in all the interactions that I have personally worked with her. She exhibits a seasoned set of skills with follow-up, and sees projects through to the end. I have seen her deliver difficult feedback, without being demeaning, or degrading. I have also been able to get positive feedback from others about her performance as well. I sincerely look forward to partners like her in the future. What a great business-minded individual! I look to see Elizabeth soar!
John Herman
When it comes to new candidates the traits I look for and value most are passion, eagerness to learn and a strong point of view. Based on these 3 traits alone Liz is a great hire. From day one she demonstrated a sincere hunger to learn her role, the business, and make a true difference both from a bottom line as well as a process standpoint. Liz was never content with the status quo whether it be in her development or in looking at the trend and offering of her business. The opportunity to manage Liz and watch her develop into what i believe long term will be a tremendous merchant is something any employer considering her for a position should take advantage of.
Experience
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Artful Home
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Merchandise Manager, Operations
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Feb 2022 - Present
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Merchandise Manager, Apparel & Jewelry
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Jul 2019 - Feb 2022
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Associate Merchandise Manager, Apparel
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Sep 2016 - Jul 2019
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The Culture of Respect
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Facilitator
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Dec 2021 - Present
The Culture of Respect is a fully online diversity, equity, and inclusion training experience that explores systems of oppression and personal identity using a peer-to-peer experiential learning model, and is authentically impactful with the power to change lives and transform organizations. The Culture of Respect is a fully online diversity, equity, and inclusion training experience that explores systems of oppression and personal identity using a peer-to-peer experiential learning model, and is authentically impactful with the power to change lives and transform organizations.
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Associate Merchandise Manager, Womens
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May 2014 - Sep 2016
Accessories: May 2014 to April 2016Special Sizes: April 2016 to September 2016
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Omni Channel Assistant Merchandise Manager, Girls Apparel
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Nov 2012 - Apr 2014
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Assistant Merchandise Manager, Retail
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Jun 2011 - Nov 2012
Responsible for Girls Apparel, Swim, Footwear, and Outerwear assortment for Retail Business. Reported directly to the Senior Merchandise Manager.
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Assistant Merchant in Training, Kids Direct
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Jan 2011 - Jun 2011
Responsible for Kids Swim, Backpacks & Luggage for Direct BusinessSuccessfully completed Assistant Merchant Training Program, culminating in the creation of a business plan presented to the Senior Leadership Team.Reported directly to the Senior Merchandise Manager.
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Oompa
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Brazil
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Consumer Services
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Retail Buyer and Manager
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Nov 2008 - Jan 2011
• Managed all retail store functions from staffing, training and scheduling, to customer service, visual merchandising, advertising and cash flow for Oompa’s sole brick-and-mortar store• Ordered all store inventory from e-commerce warehouse and direct from vendors for retail exclusive items. • Attended trade shows and met directly with vendors to revise current products to meet customer needs• Organized all store events, marketing, and emails including a Photography Fundraiser that raised funding for four Operation Smile operations • Created educational videos for the website to enhance customer experience for complex items such as cribs, strollers, and diaper bags.• Worked closely with CEO and web designer to update website’s registry format and product categorization and groupings
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Wardrobe Production Assistant
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Feb 2007 - Apr 2007
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Assistant Fashion Coordinator
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Sep 2005 - Feb 2007
• Researched current fashion trends, called in images and sample requests• Served as a liaison between creative directors, advertising departments and vendors• During photo shoots, assisted with prepping wardrobe, selecting outfits, and keeping changes efficient • Researched current fashion trends, called in images and sample requests• Served as a liaison between creative directors, advertising departments and vendors• During photo shoots, assisted with prepping wardrobe, selecting outfits, and keeping changes efficient
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Assistant Costume Designer
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Oct 2005 - Jan 2006
• Broke down script to plan outfitting needs• Compiled list of vendors and requested trade outs in compliance with contracts• Shopped for pieces to complete costuming• Worked on set to maintain continuity standards• Calculated final petty cash return and budget, including receipt organization • Broke down script to plan outfitting needs• Compiled list of vendors and requested trade outs in compliance with contracts• Shopped for pieces to complete costuming• Worked on set to maintain continuity standards• Calculated final petty cash return and budget, including receipt organization
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Wardrobe Production Assistant
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Jun 2004 - Jul 2004
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Education
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Drexel University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Design and Design & Merchandising
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