Kimberly White

As CEO and Founder of Kimiko International, Inc., my journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation in the fashion industry. With a strategic eye, I've cultivated enduring client relationships and spearheaded partnerships with industry giants to bolster market presence and stimulate company growth.

• Community Service Award, 2010
• LinkedIn Influencer, 2012
• Harvard Copyright X Scholar, 2016
• Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Scholar, 2017
• Community Service Award, 2018
• Honor Society, 2020

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PMI - Southern Maryland Chapter (4/2016-11/2019)

Board of Directors, Director of Programs and Events

· Planned and managed customer experience through efficient execution of community-based activities to maximize returns on investments and increase quality of programs.

· Conferred with board members of the organization to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems.

· Prepared reports concerning customer feedback on programs and services offered.

· Analyzed operations to evaluate performance of event plans to determine areas of program improvement.

· Coordinated vendors to ensure correct layout and event design, presentation of food and related technical equipment.

· Planned and directed 24 monthly seminars at Maryland University, in addition to increasing community outreach across the region.

· Increased chapter participation by 20% within the first year of service.

· Recipient of a Community Service Award by the President of PMI.

· Impacted 800 registered PM professionals annually, resulting in increased visibility through the development of internet-based programs to fulfill new demand due to innovative strategic plan implementation.

Alston Royster Planning Committee (7/2014-7/2018)

Board of Directors, Director of Events/Corresponding Secretary

· Presided over minutes of meeting as corresponding secretary to the board of directors for a national committee of 14 officers of the board’s executive planning committee.

· Prepared bylaws approved by elected board members to ensure that bylaws were properly recorded and distributed.

· Made presentations to committees regarding policies, programs, products, and budgets.

· Attended monthly meetings to present new concepts, problem solve, address concerns of planning committee.

· Represented organization to promote their objectives at official functions to disseminate information.

· Directed production of product line with to market and promote Alston Royster brand heritage messaging.

· Elected to serve two, 2-year terms.

· Organization recognized by the Mayor of North Carolina.

Otis College of Art and Design (2010)

Fashion Mentor, Subject Matter Expert

· Collected and analyzed data on customer demographics, tastes, preferences, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.

· Reviewed transaction reports and performance reports to measure productivity and identify underperforming areas in need of program improvement.

· Conducted regular meetings to discuss sales performance, improve product knowledge, and promote company objectives across all departments.

· Evaluated customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in the overall customer journey. Preside over, or serve on, boards of directors, management committees, or other governing boards.

· Attend and participate in monthly meetings of planning committee.

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (2005)

Fashion Mentor, Subject Matter Expert

· Reviewed presentation boards of marketing design students to identify, review, measure and assess business strategies proposed by senior students.

· Discussed strengths and weaknesses of presentations including product knowledge, brand messaging and performance improvements to adequately assess potential for success across all categories.

· Evaluated market trends to provide feedback as well as identify areas for improvement in the overall planning process.

Thomas Starr King Middle School (2004)

Fashion Mentor, Guest Lecturer

· Provided insight into design using a class lecture format to reach 100 students during the annual Career Day Event.

· Reviewed market trends to identify areas of education and training for high school students interested in design.

· Discussed career challenges, perceptions, expectations, education and training.

· Conducted class discussion to highlight design processes, skills and training required to excel in design.

Ribet Academy (2002)

Fashion Mentor, Guest Lecturer

· Presented career overview in design for elementary school students.

· Answered questions, shared knowledge, and guided discussion on careers in design.

· Evaluated market research and trends in education to ensure all areas of career development were addressed.