Lorraine White

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

• Increased revenue by implementing unique promotions.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

• Conducted market and demographic research and analysis.
• Collaborated in think tank for the development of store design such as Michael Kors and Anne Klein.

• Managed all facets of a 6,700 square foot luxury celebrity residential home from conception to build-out.
• Responsible for the project's overall budget of $10.0 million + including furniture, fixtures and equipment budget.
• Managed design-build of an 8000 square foot store in Secaucus, New Jersey, completed within budget and ahead of schedule.
• Selected, negotiated and administered contracts nationwide with general contractors, subcontractors, fixture vendors and all other related store development services.
• Directed all facets of shop-in-shop installations at Macy's and Bloomingdale's for BCBG Max Azria and Michael Kors with budgets in excess of $100K.
• Responsible for client's capital expenditures in excess of $3 million per year.
• Managed the installation of 100+ shop-in-shops including: DKNY, Anne Klein, Michael Kors and Kate Spade in Federated, May Co. and Marshall Field's.
• Managed domestic licensees and store development for international licensees in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Hong Kong.
• Developed all store fixture and interior display programs in collaboration with designers and architects.
• Reduced costs by negotiating with vendors and competitive bidding.
• Organized and supervised the maintenance of 70+ retail stores nationwide.
• Assisted in the coordination of nationwide construction projects for clients including DKNY, BCBG Max Azria, Katayone Adeli and Claire's Accessories.