Luann Neumann
Chaska
Summary
Accomplished designer with a proven track record of increasing sales with custom designs developed for retailers across the country. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and diverse categories while excelling in a fast-paced environment. Have successfully identified white space to create untapped opportunities. Comprehensive experience includes surface design, print/pattern development, product development, wood decor, storage, packaging, trade shows, and licensing opportunities.
Experienced with executive leadership and strategic planning. Utilizes innovative approaches to drive business growth and operational excellence. Track record of effective team collaboration and achieving results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Design
Fashion Enterprises (DBA) Trend Lab, LLC
01.2001 - 04.2024
- Accomplished designer with a proven track record of increasing sales with custom designs developed for retailers across the country
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects and diverse categories while excelling in a fast-paced environment
- Have successfully identified white space to create untapped opportunities
- Comprehensive experience includes surface design, print/pattern development, product development, wood decor, storage, packaging, trade shows, and licensing opportunities
- Market and trend research
- Building collaborative relationships
- Managing time and prioritizing projects
- In-depth knowledge of competitive landscape
- Developed custom in-store bedding sets for Burlington for the past 5 years increasing revenue over $2MM
- Created custom infant bedding for Target on-line
- Developed infant bedding, plush toys, mobiles, storage and room decor for retailers including: Buy Buy Baby, Babies R Us, Toys R Us Canada, Burlington, JCP, Kohl's and Shopko
- Attended all sales calls with retailers icreasing sales in all departments
- Managed development for hundreds of SKU's annually
- Traveled to China to work directly with our factories on development
- Worked with licensor's including Dr Seuss, Waverly, Nickelodeon, NASCAR and French Bull
- Partnered with cross-functional teams including sourcing, merchandising, PD and production on a daily basis
- Conducted on-going trend research and attended many industry trade shows
- Sales
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Graphic Design
North Hennepin Community College
Skills
- Market and trend research
- Building collaborative relationships
- Managing time and prioritizing projects
- In-depth knowledge of competitive landscape
- Leader and mentor
- Flexible and adaptable
- Identifying and maximizing new opportunities
- Sales
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Microsoft Power Point
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
Websites
Timeline
VP Design
Fashion Enterprises (DBA) Trend Lab, LLC
01.2001 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Graphic Design
North Hennepin Community College
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