Thomas M Kerekanich
Columbus
Summary
Accomplished Creative Visual Manager with a proven track record at VS&CO, enhancing customer experience and driving store performance through innovative visual merchandising strategies. Expert in brand identity development and interior design, with a flair for teamwork and collaboration. Increased foot traffic significantly, demonstrating exceptional project planning and budget management skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Visual Manager
VS&CO
01.2008 - 11.2024
- Developed innovative visual merchandising strategies that drove foot traffic and boosted overall store performance.
- Enhanced customer experience by creating visually appealing and organized store layouts.
- Mannequin/form development
- Store design
- Decor development
- Fixture design
- Product merchandising
- Sign holder development
- Event planning and set-up
Visual Director
American Signature Furniture
01.2003 - 12.2007
Visual Manager Victoria's Secret Stores
Victoria Secret
01.1998 - 12.2002
Visual Manager
Henri Bendel NY
01.1992 - 12.1997
Visual Manager
Lazarus Dept Store
01.1989 - 12.1991
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Columbus College of Art And Design
Columbus, OH06.1989
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH06.1989
Skills
- Brand Identity Development
- Customer experience enhancement
- Visual storytelling
- Interior design
- Product presentation
- Window Display Design
- Creative Direction
- Space Planning
- Color theory
- Marketing support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Resolution
- Professional and Courteous
- Task Delegation
Timeline
Creative Visual Manager
VS&CO
01.2008 - 11.2024
Visual Director
American Signature Furniture
01.2003 - 12.2007
Visual Manager Victoria's Secret Stores
Victoria Secret
01.1998 - 12.2002
Visual Manager
Henri Bendel NY
01.1992 - 12.1997
Visual Manager
Lazarus Dept Store
01.1989 - 12.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Columbus College of Art And Design
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lorain County Community College
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