Experience

SUITE NY

• United States
• Furniture
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Greater New York City Area A & D community and end-users, please let me know how I can help on your projects from the stunning lines offered at SUITE NY. "SUITE NY is mid-century modern and contemporary furniture showroom open to the trade and the public. Our 8,000 square foot showroom located in New York City's NoMAD district, displays our meticulously curated collection of iconic European designs alongside contemporary pieces from up-and-coming international designers."



Leah C. Couture Millinery

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion

• Designer/ Owner/ Manager

  • 2000 - Present

  Manhattan As head designer & feather specialist (Plumassier) Leah brings to life distinct, seasonal Couture Millinery collections from conception through production, marketing & sales, including designs for Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter, Black Tie, Masquerade & Bridal. BUSINESS OWNER excelling in CUSTOMER SERVICE, MANAGEMENT, SALES & EDITORIAL EXPOSURE for the brand *Always energetic & enthusiastic about delivering superior service to every customer *Satisfied a discerning clientele earning a… Show more As head designer & feather specialist (Plumassier) Leah brings to life distinct, seasonal Couture Millinery collections from conception through production, marketing & sales, including designs for Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter, Black Tie, Masquerade & Bridal. BUSINESS OWNER excelling in CUSTOMER SERVICE, MANAGEMENT, SALES & EDITORIAL EXPOSURE for the brand *Always energetic & enthusiastic about delivering superior service to every customer *Satisfied a discerning clientele earning a 5 star reputation and successful word of mouth referral network *Establishes excellent working relationships as a Manager regarding rapport with employees, vendors & contractors seeing the big picture of daily tasks and accomplishing company goals *Built valuable connections through clear communications resulting in loyalty, best pricing of goods and fast requested order fulfillment *Has achieved consistent and strategic editorial features for brand on a monthly basis for 17 yrs. in national & international top High Fashion & Bridal publications *Always emphasizing high style & the importance of high quality/value through visual marketing messaging in building and executing campaign strategies SALES *Achieved the highest rate of great success with Direct-to-customer sales. Listens to needs, makes targeted inquires and presents options & solutions to close sales. In addition, for bespoke requests, 100% success in relaying design concepts, explanations of final project visions and satisfaction with the resulting product, delivery & client investment. EDUCATOR and Luxury materials & products AMBASSADOR * trained Interns for 15 years * Invited by Tim Gunn, Leah created syllabus and taught Millinery at one of the country's top schools of Design including the history of this specific Decorative Art *Liaised with NYC businesses to present students & other interested parties with inspiring aspects of the industry • Been interviewed many times due to expertise in the field Show less



Design Within Reach

• United States
• Furniture
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Account Executive

  • Feb 2017 - Aug 2018

  Flagship 957 3rd Ave. @57th St.



Light As A Feather by Leah C., LLC

• Founder/ Designer/ Plumassier

  • Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  New York Leah's specialty in feather designs has led to a new line for INTERIORS! Light As A Feather by Leah C. (LAAF by Leah C.) is a luxury product line of Couture Lamp Shades, Feather Finials, Wall Art and Air Art featuring Leah's refined feather work. Sold To The Trade, Interior Designers & Industry Press are provided with complete information & tear sheets upon inquiry: laaf@leahc.com or view the line here: https://www.leahc.com



Parsons School of Design

• United States

• Adjunct Professor

  • 2006 - 2009

  Greater New York City Area Invited to teach Millinery by Tim Gunn, Leah created the syllabus with an emphasis on history and taught millinery via history, design and technique.



Patricia Underwood

• United States

• Trim specialist, specializing in feathers

  • 1996 - 1998

  New York City