Ingrid Chen
CEO/Founder
El Cerrito,CA
Summary
Multifaceted, results-oriented professional with experience leading creative and operational teams, managing budgets and developing strategies aimed towards long term growth. Highly adept in collaborating with both artists and administrators, negotiating with vendors, and building authentic and loyal client relationships.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer
Dorothy Day House LLC
12.2022 - Current
- Along with 7 person board, performed business management insight and fiduciary duties to ensure sustainability and viability of DDH and programs addressing needs of unhoused people.
- Mitigated risk and maximized year-end assets by implementing internal controls and safeguards.
- Provided oversight to $3M annual budget, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls
Founder / CEO
Viv & Ingrid, Co
10.2004 - Current
- Established the mission and vision of the company, developing and maintaining viv&ingrid's corporate brand story and culture since inception.
- Led team of designers, sales and production staff in growth to $1M annual sales, expanding internationally with distribution in US, UK, as ,Japan, as well as Singapore, Korea and Australia.
- Directed wholesale sales and marketing teams in development of retail displays, sales materials, social media content and communications.
- Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution through periods of growth and economic disruptions.
Academic Creative Advisor
The Curated Counsel
04.2016 - Current
- Served undergraduate and graduate students, critiquing Final Project design reviews, offering advice and support on topic selection, concept development and real life applications.
- Assisted creative entrepreneurs in developing commercial design processes, new product launch systems and pricing strategies.
Board of Directors Member
Downtown Berkeley Association
05.2016 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with 20 other members to provide guidance and leadership on strategic planning and policies affecting viability and success of businesses in downtown Berkeley.
- Established relationships with fellow small business owners, presenting common issues directly impacting traffic, sales and tourism to the board and City Council.
Education
Master of Arts - Fashion
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, Ca09.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Biology
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA12.1994
Skills
- Corporate Branding / Art Direction
- Client Relationship Building
- Team Building Leadership
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Mission and Vision Oriented
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Production Operations
- Executive Leadership Advisement
- Financial Management
- Business Development
Timeline
Treasurer
Dorothy Day House LLC
12.2022 - Current
Board of Directors Member
Downtown Berkeley Association
05.2016 - 06.2022
Academic Creative Advisor
The Curated Counsel
04.2016 - Current
Founder / CEO
Viv & Ingrid, Co
10.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Fashion
Academy of Art University
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Biology
UC Berkeley
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