Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Professional Affiliations
NGO Experience
Languages
Presentations and Invited Lectures
Trademark & Copy Right
Accomplishments
Timeline
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SAMANTHA XIAO

New York,NY

Summary

Innovative entrepreneur with a background in startup development and strategic planning. Possesses strong leadership skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the capability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Successfully co-led previous ventures by fostering team collaboration, securing funding, and executing growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to drive business growth through analytical thinking and management prowess.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Co Founder & Education Director

Phoenix International Foundation
Edgewater, NJ
12.2016 - Current
  • Co-founded 501(c)3 non-profit that focuses on international relief and animal conservation in developing countries
  • Launched the Cambodian Science Project, an updated science curriculum that adapts both the 21st century skill sets and lesson plans with the existing curriculum.
  • Implemented a highly successful Siem Reap Micro loan program, facilitating much-needed economic opportunities and assistance during the challenging times of COVID
  • Established partnerships with schools, government entities, and non profits.

President And Chief Designer

Samantha Siu Inc.
N.Y.
04.2014 - Current
  • Developed unique design solutions for a high-end lifestyle jewelry brand
  • Created a one of a kind jewelry concept that has been published in Harper's Bazaar, Vogue Portugal, Elle Croatia, and many more
  • Honorable mention as one of Forbes' London Fashion Week highlights
  • Jewelry lines are currently sold in the Debenhams, Selfridges, 1st Dibb's company and Verishop.com.

Merchandiser

Masterpiece Diamonds, LLC
N.Y.
04.2011 - 04.2014
  • Supervised product development from concept to product delivery for big box commercial outfits such as: Sears, QVC, Helzberg, JC Penney, & Kohls
  • Responsible for showroom and company data entry
  • China Factory Manager- Oversaw the sample factory and assisted in managerial transition
  • Co-founded youth countertop line and tripled sample room/sample line for Masterpiece
  • Cost Analysis: Responsible for pricing and selection styles based on cost to meet department store buyers' target.

Account Executive

Good Harvest International
N.Y.
01.2007 - 03.2011
  • Account Manager: worked with merchandisers to design and develop high end fine jewelry for brands such as Macy's and Lorraine Schwartz
  • Coordinated with Hong Kong team with product launches
  • Sales representative during trade conventions (JA NY Jewelry show 2003-2011).

Education

Master’s of Liberal Arts (ALM) - Industrial Organizational Psychology

Harvard University, Extension Studies
Cambridge, MA
05-2025

B.S. Psychology -

Fordham University
N.Y., N.Y.
05-2010

Associate of Arts - Jewelry And Metalsmithing

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Fast Learner
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to adapt
  • Problem-solving attitude / goal setting
  • Creative problem solving
  • Partnership building
  • Operations management

Certification

  • Certificate Program, L'e Cole School of Jewelry Arts (associated with Van Cleef and Arpels), [2018]
  • Brand Management Certificate, Fashion Institute of Technology, [2014- 2016]

Professional Affiliations

  • Jewelers of America, member, [2021]
  • Women's Jewelry Association (WJA), member [2018-2019]

NGO Experience

  • Phoenix International Foundation: Executive Board Member, [2016 - present]
  • CERT International: Peru, Medical Mission Team, [2018]
  • SHUZZ Non-profit: Jamaica, participant in providing shoes to underprivileged children, [2014]
  • Chinese Evangelical Mission Church of N.J. (CEMCNJ): Sunday School Teacher and Missionary team leader, [2005-2012]

       - Da'lin, China [2005, 2006, 2007]

       - Xi'an, China [2006]

       - Shanghai, China [2007]

       - Xinjiang, China [2008]

       - Chaozhou, China [2009]

       - Hong Kong, China [2010]

       - Beijing, China [2011]

       - Harbin, China [2012]

Languages

  • English: Native Speaker
  • Chinese (Cantonese): High Proficient
  • Chinese (Mandarin): Very Good Command
  • Spanish: Conversational, intermediate reader

Presentations and Invited Lectures

  • LIM College: Discussion Panel - Career In Fashion, [2002]
  • Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT): Guest Lecturer - Fashion Merchandising, [2018]

Trademark & Copy Right

  • 2022 - present: A Love Affair, Collection 2, Earrings Collection
  • 2016 - present: Samantha Siu New York
  • 2016 - present: SS logo
  • 2016 - present: "A Love Affair" (in jewelry)
  • 2016 - present: A Love Affair, Collection 1, Necklace Collection

 

Accomplishments

  • Boutique Awards, Jewelry Brand of the Year 2024

Timeline

Co Founder & Education Director

Phoenix International Foundation
12.2016 - Current

President And Chief Designer

Samantha Siu Inc.
04.2014 - Current

Merchandiser

Masterpiece Diamonds, LLC
04.2011 - 04.2014

Account Executive

Good Harvest International
01.2007 - 03.2011

Master’s of Liberal Arts (ALM) - Industrial Organizational Psychology

Harvard University, Extension Studies

B.S. Psychology -

Fordham University

Associate of Arts - Jewelry And Metalsmithing

Fashion Institute of Technology

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