Claire
COO/Managing Director - France - iCEO #51230

Experience

A seasoned marketer and entrepreneur with clear vision, creativity and pragmatism 25 Years exprerience in leathergoods, handbags and luggage

Major Achievements

Managed leathergood collection for luxury brands and improved and developped business by intoducing/developping: new suppliers, new lines, news methods Founded companies from scratch:Start-up and development of an innovative brand of «smart handbags » for working moms and kids. Exclusive and 100% direct distribution to consumers via a network of independent sales agents (“home parties” ), complemented by mail order and online sales.Start-up and development of a company supplying outsourced design and manufacturing services of custom made bags, luggage and accessories collections to large retail chains

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Consumer Goods

direct to consumer

sports - swimming

Professional Objectives

Function: COO, creative director, development director

Sector: consumer branded goods

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Paris region

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Personal financial investment: 150-350K USD

Countries Covered

France

USA

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)