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+ Fashion & Retail Experience
Core Professional Competencies
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Andrea Kendrick

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Summary

Marketing professional with expertise in fashion and lifestyle sectors, adept at executing media, public relations, and event strategies that enhance brand visibility. Proven track record of fostering collaborations with high-profile organizations to drive growth and profitability. Skilled in aligning marketing initiatives with business objectives to achieve targeted outcomes.

Overview

3
3
Languages
31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer

SME
Dallas, TX
01.2022 - Current

Formulate personalized solutions that fulfill distinct client needs and challenges.

Director of Marketing & Community Relations

Chick-fil-A Restaurants
Dallas, USA
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Implemented creative marketing strategies to boost local brand recognition and customer engagement, aligning with Chick-fil-A's branding.
  • Effectively executed promotional campaigns through cross-functional collaboration with local and corporate teams.
  • Analyzed market trends, uncovering opportunities for enhanced product positioning.

Mass Market, Premium & Luxury Apparel Buyer

Buffalo Exchange
Dallas, USA
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Curated and selected fashion merchandise to align with emerging trends and customer preferences.
  • Conducted market research identifying apparel trends across mass market, premium, and luxury segments.
  • Monitored market trends and anticipated consumer needs to inform inventory strategies.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute effective visual merchandising strategies.

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Events

Thrive Marketing Group
Dallas-Addison, USA
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Negotiated favorable partnership terms to enhance brand initiatives and community presence for national and international nonprofits.
  • Identified potential partnership opportunities and trends through comprehensive market research.
  • Developed tracking processes to measure success of each partnership initiative against established goals.
  • Maintained compliance with all regulatory requirements in partner management practices.

Product Development Specialist/ Project Coordinator- Ministerial Admin

T.D. Jakes Ministries
Dallas, USA
11.2018 - 11.2021
  • Procured merchandise and developed strategies for e-commerce and in person events to enhance market presence.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to develop and launch new product lines, enhancing sales and market presence.
  • Participated in industry trade shows to expand professional networks and market insights.
  • Designed youth engagement events for ages 13 to 18, focusing on participation growth.

Freelance

Fashion Portfolio/Contract
NY, USA
01.1996 - 01.2007
  • Collaborated with clients in fashion industry, delivering services in product development, marketing, brand development, art direction, creative direction, runway/print modeling, design, business coordination, and sales; managed sourcing and negotiation processes, liaised with manufacturers and product developers to ensure final product met key criteria, oversaw marketing and promotional campaigns, scouted models and developed talent, maintained ambassadorial relations, and facilitated cross-functional collaborations.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Creative Director

Mochachino Bespoke Design Company
Brooklyn, USA
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Developed and implemented innovative strategies to enhance brand awareness.
  • Presented creative proposals at executive meetings for approval or revisions.
  • Collaborated with department heads to align project goals and ensure successful execution.
  • Directed photo shoots with external vendors to meet quality standards.
  • Cultivated relationships with agencies and freelancers to secure necessary resources for project success.
  • Provided leadership and direction to in-house models, fostering skill development and professional growth.
  • Attended industry events, including conferences and trade shows, to network with peers.

Assistant Casual Womenswear Designer I

Tommy Hilfiger Inc.
NYC, USA
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Participated in trend forecasting to inform future design direction and strategy.
  • Researched fabric trends to select high-quality materials that elevate product appeal and market relevance.
  • Developed visual presentations that effectively communicated design concepts during client meetings and internal reviews.
  • Worked with the development team to ensure a smooth transition from concept to production-ready assets.

Education

Fashion Design & Illustration - Accreditation and Non-Accreditation

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
01-2012

Entrepreneurship & Public Administration -

Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT
01-2012

Fashion Merchandising and Management - A.A.S

Berkeley College
White Plains, NY
01-1998

Commercial Art & Video Production -

PNW BOCES Tech
Yorktown Heights, NY
01-1997

Multimedia Art Summer Program -

The Harvey School
Katonah, NY
01-1993

Skills

Digital Marketing Strategies

Art Direction

Content Creation

Project Management

Relationship Building

Public Relations

Analytical Strategist/Systems Thinker

Volunteer Community Relationships

  • 4WORD, Volunteer Staff-Internship, Dallas, TX, 01/01/22, 01/31/25, Initiated and developed relationships with key decision makers for digital sponsorships, C-level forum and Gala participation. Data entry, weekly rally and support working across all departments and executive staff.
  • The East Side Community Partnership Board of Directors, Board Member, Stamford, CT, 01/01/14, 09/30/17, Economic Development, Arts & Culture, Community Engagement; strived to create an exceptional quality of life for the people who live and work in the community. Collaborated with community leaders and city officials to establish medium and long-term goals that enhanced the community.
  • Positive Encouraging KLOVE: Radio Programming East Coast- NY 95.5 & Tri-State, Event Staff/ Admin, NY, NY, 05/01/13, 09/30/17, Engaged in community awareness efforts through administration and events including concerts and local community gatherings. Management relief for Senior Event Coordinators.
  • Bethania CT, Assistant Coordinator, Stamford, CT, 08/01/08, 09/30/17, Operations, Fundraising & Events for Men, Women & Youth/Young Adults; Developed operational initiatives and management of programs; coordinated and executed events, art direction for liberal arts department, fundraising initiatives; including weekend retreats, expos and content for spiritual education and growth alongside Senior Pastors.

+ Fashion & Retail Experience

  • Bakers Footwear Group, Assistant Manager/ Interim Store Manager, Stamford, CT, 01/01/10, 12/31/12
  • Victoria's Secret, Sales Associate & Beauty Specialist, Greenwich, CT, Danbury, CT, 01/01/08, 12/31/09
  • TEXWORLD & MAGIC, Attendee, NY, NY, NV, 01/01/00, 12/31/17
  • MIAFW, Attendee- Press, Miami, FL, Presenting Sponsor & Host: Oscar De La Renta, 01/01/00
  • NYFW 7th on 6th THE TENTS, Attendee, NYC, NY, 01/01/95, 12/31/07
  • Editorial & Runway Model, NY, 01/01/93, 12/31/07

Core Professional Competencies

Talent Synthesizer

Paradox Navigator

Macro Stabilizer

Skilled in aligning diverse individual talents to build cohesive, high output teams. Adept at bridging opposing concepts to spark creative, practical solutions. A visionary who pairs big picuture strategy with clear-eyed risk assessment during times of change.

Accomplishments

  • Featured in The Daily News and other NYC publications.
  • Secured and managed partnerships with NorthPark Center, NBC 5, Telemundo, TX HS Football Magazine, Reunion Tower, Dallas Market Center and Vitruvian Park.
  • Increased audience reach through social media up to 994% by engaging new and existing consumers, startups to enterprises of 10,000+ employees.
  • Targeted campaigns that increased event turnout and media coverage across multiple media platforms.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Director of Marketing & Community Relations

Chick-fil-A Restaurants
03.2023 - 04.2024

Mass Market, Premium & Luxury Apparel Buyer

Buffalo Exchange
08.2022 - 07.2023

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Events

Thrive Marketing Group
04.2022 - 09.2022

Freelancer

SME
01.2022 - Current

Product Development Specialist/ Project Coordinator- Ministerial Admin

T.D. Jakes Ministries
11.2018 - 11.2021

Creative Director

Mochachino Bespoke Design Company
01.2001 - 01.2004

Assistant Casual Womenswear Designer I

Tommy Hilfiger Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2001

Freelance

Fashion Portfolio/Contract
01.1996 - 01.2007

Fashion Design & Illustration - Accreditation and Non-Accreditation

Fashion Institute of Technology

Entrepreneurship & Public Administration -

Norwalk Community College

Fashion Merchandising and Management - A.A.S

Berkeley College

Commercial Art & Video Production -

PNW BOCES Tech

Multimedia Art Summer Program -

The Harvey School
Andrea Kendrick