BENJAMIN PRICE
Summary
Dynamic Merchandising Manager at Laudisi Enterprises with a proven track record of driving over $35M in sales through data-driven strategies and team leadership. Expert in merchandising analytics and performance metrics, fostering high-retention cultures while executing successful product launches. Passionate about optimizing processes and enhancing brand integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandising Manager
Laudisi Enterprises
Loris
07.2025 - Current
- Strategically oversees merchandising operations across three key teams with 16 direct reports for an industry-leading company.
- Decides release of, on average, 500 products weekly by using data and economic theories to achieve optimal returns, which has led to our highest sales year to date, projecting to be over $35M.
- Leads execution of company-wide product launches and promotional rollouts, guided by market and economic trends.
- Presents sales and market data to executives weekly, directly influencing high-level strategic decisions.
- Mentors department leads and team members to drive performance, retention, and growth.
- Enhances internal processes, product quality assurance, and cross-functional alignment to ensure peak efficiency and brand integrity.
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Laudisi Enterprises
Loris
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed day-to-day operations for three teams contributing to a record-breaking year in total sales.
- Transformed and built a high-retention team culture in a previously high-turnover department.
- Organized workflows and implemented systems that improved productivity and communication.
- Led a cultural and operational turnaround, building a team known for strong morale and consistent execution.
- Conducted weekly 1-on-1 meetings to support professional development and team cohesion.
Marketing Coordinator
Laudisi Enterprises
Loris
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated multi-brand marketing campaigns that helped generate $30M+ in sales.
- Acted as project manager to deliver marketing assets accurately and on time.
- Tracked performance metrics and guided campaign optimization strategies.
- Handled vendor negotiations, purchasing, and interdepartmental communications.
- Worked alongside the VP of Marketing to shape strategies for five distinct brands.
Development Intern
Anti-Defamation League
Denver
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Cold-called 10-40 donors weekly to support nonprofit fundraising goals.
- Created and distributed custom donor materials promoting events and initiatives.
- Coordinated a major fundraising competition with 10 law firms and 20 stakeholders.
- Compiled and edited monthly regional reports for publication on the ADL website.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
University of Denver
Denver, CO01.2023
Associate coursework - Business Administration
MiraCosta College
San Diego, CA01.2021
Skills
- Google Suite and Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Performance metrics analysis
- Merchandising analytics
- E-commerce merchandising
- Canva and Obsidian
- Project management tools
- SEO strategies
- Economic analysis and modeling
Skills Interests
Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Word, Canva, Obsidian, Trello, Notion, SEO, Fluent, Conversational, Excel-based Modeling, Retail-Focused Economic Analysis, Economic Purchasing Modeling, Animal Rescue, Civil Rights, Community Outreach, Nonprofit Engagement
Leadership Experience
Anti-Defamation League - Leadership Fellows Program, Denver, CO 09/23 - 02/24
Partnered with Board Members to design and execute community-based projects. Met with legislators and civic leaders to advocate for community initiatives., Studied a range of leadership models and their effects across business and society.
Timeline
Merchandising Manager
Laudisi Enterprises
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager of Merchandising
Laudisi Enterprises
07.2024 - 06.2025
Marketing Coordinator
Laudisi Enterprises
10.2023 - 07.2024
Development Intern
Anti-Defamation League
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
University of Denver
Associate coursework - Business Administration
MiraCosta College