Swarovski North America LimitedDirector -- Head of Corporate & Brand Communications -- Consumer Goods Business
Apr. 2008 - Aug. 2012New York, NYDirector – Communications Group – Consumer Goods Business
Swarovski North America, New York, NY
April 2008 to August 2012 I was recruited by the top executives of the world’s 3rd-largest jewelry brand to build and direct a new, fully integrated marketing organization as part of a massive rebranding and market repositioning effort for the company’s highest-volume division. Delivered unprecedented results. ► Increased editorial coverage 74% in the top 30 magazine publications by building, nurturing, and leveraging relationships with key decision makers at media outlets. ► Positioned company as one of the top 10 fashion brands in number of Facebook fans in just 9 months through strategic social media strategy and execution. Noted by the press for “creativity” and “innovation” in campaign design and launch. ► Developed and led strategic alliances with major global corporations, including Mercedes-Benz, Warner Bros., New Line Cinema, and Moet & Chandon. Significantly expanded market reach of Swarovski products to affluent audiences in luxury markets. ► Led staffing, market development, and grand opening of Swarovski’s Los Angeles office. ► Saved 40% in annual marketing and communication costs. SCOPE OF LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: Marketing, Communications, Brand Building, PR, Digital Media, Social Media, Advertising, Influencer Marketing, Celebrity Seeding, Movie & Television Product Placement, Agency Management, Strategic Alliances, Corporate Sponsorships