Lauren Otto
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Experience
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Wantable
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United States
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Merchant Assistant
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Oct 2022 - Present
-Execute weekly product creation, buy plans, purchase orders, open-to-buy, along with updating PO reports and assortment plans-Responsible for pulling vendor selling reports, to ensure we have the proper merchandise fit to our customer's needs and summarize key feedback-Use my ability to multi-task and prioritize strong efficiency-Responsible for analyzing and reviewing end of season markdowns-Maintain ongoing communication and cultivated meaningful vendor relationships-Meet with vendors to see products for the upcoming season-Present visual assortments each month to the marking/creative teams, to show what products to highlight in paid social/BAU Show less
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Senior Stylist Supervisor
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Dec 2020 - Present
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Stylist Supervisor
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Dec 2018 - Dec 2020
-Manage a team of 30+ stylists and provide them with the information they need to curate the best possible Edits for customers-Support and work closely with each team member, to help them succeed-Interview, hire and train all new stylists-Work closely with other teams to ensure the style team’s needs are being met-Create lasting and meaningful relationships with customers-Was chosen to go on a buying trip with the merchandise team to help select new brands and products for the upcoming seasons Show less
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Stylist
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Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
-Curates a box of apparel and accessories for each customer based on their preferences-Assists with training new employees-Attends meetings with the merchandise team, to keep them updated with customer feedback and product performance-Researches new brands and trends in the current market
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Bonobos
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Retail
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300 - 400 Employee
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Lead Guide/Stylist
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Nov 2016 - Apr 2017
-Styled and fit clients in clothing to find and ensure their best fit -Created outfits for clients with new and existing pieces from their wardrobe -Helped train new employees -Had a large clientele book with a very loyal following -Prepped merchandise and helped with in-store displays -Styled and fit clients in clothing to find and ensure their best fit -Created outfits for clients with new and existing pieces from their wardrobe -Helped train new employees -Had a large clientele book with a very loyal following -Prepped merchandise and helped with in-store displays
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Coach
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United States
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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700 & Above Employee
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Fashion Consultant
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Aug 2016 - Nov 2016
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Gap Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Fashion Intern
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
I was selected as one of 30 interns across the country. During this Gap Inc. FIT Internship program, I was trained in various parts of the company, over the course of 10-weeks. For example, I was a part of conference calls with GAP Inc. executives, participated in weekly projects with a team or individually and lastly was a part of a large presentation at the end of the program. I was selected as one of 30 interns across the country. During this Gap Inc. FIT Internship program, I was trained in various parts of the company, over the course of 10-weeks. For example, I was a part of conference calls with GAP Inc. executives, participated in weekly projects with a team or individually and lastly was a part of a large presentation at the end of the program.
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Banana Republic
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Brand Ambassador
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Aug 2014 - Jun 2016
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The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Freelance Stylist
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Jan 2016 - May 2016
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Mark Berman & Son
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Mequon, Wisconsin
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Buyer and Social Media Specialist
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Oct 2014 - Aug 2015
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Trumaker
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United States
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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1 - 100 Employee
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Outfitter/Personal Stylist
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Feb 2014 - Aug 2014
-Met with clients to offer style advice and be measured for their own built-to-fit shirt -Consulted with clients about what they're looking for, while not overwhelming with choices -Presented different fabrics and ideas to clients to ensure they received what worked best in their wardrobe and with their lifestyle -Fitted clients to ensure their custom clothing was to the exact measurements and size -Styled Trumaker clothing with items clients already have in their existing closet to create personal style -Created a large cliental with meaningful and long-lasting relationships Show less
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Shopbop
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United States
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Retail
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300 - 400 Employee
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Customer Service Representative
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Mar 2014 - Jul 2014
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A Stone's Throw
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Madison, Wisconsin Area
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Sale Associate
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Aug 2010 - Jul 2013
-Worked closely with customers to provide excellent customer service -Assisted in training new employees with information on store policies and familiarize them with brands -Served as a personal shopper for certain customers -Created window and in-store displays with new merchandise -Updated Facebook page with promotions and new merchandise -Served as a key holder; trusted with both opening and closing the store -Attended seasonal buying show to purchase new merchandise for upcoming seasons -Styled photo shoots and fashion shows -Assisted in coming up with new promotions and in-store events Show less
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Pitaya
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Madison, Wisconsin Area
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Store Manager
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2013 - 2013
-Interviewed, hired and trained all employees -Maintained inventory control each month -Prepared and submitted payroll documentation for all employees -Merchandised store and window displays weekly to create a new and exciting atmosphere -Maintained constant communication with vendors and corporate management -Assisted customers with questions about merchandise and promotions -Interviewed, hired and trained all employees -Maintained inventory control each month -Prepared and submitted payroll documentation for all employees -Merchandised store and window displays weekly to create a new and exciting atmosphere -Maintained constant communication with vendors and corporate management -Assisted customers with questions about merchandise and promotions
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Education
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Mount Mary University
Merchandise Management, Fashion/Apparel Design