1. Kathryn DeFelice
22 Hills Park Lane, Smithtown NY 11787 631.965.9101 kathryn_defelice@fitnyc.edu
EDUCATION
Fashion Institute of Technology, State University of New York
Cumulative GPA: 3.85
Associate of Applied Science, Magna Cum Laude, Fashion Merchandising Management- May 2015
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Business Management, Minor in Economics -graduation January 2017
SKILLS
 JDA Certified
 Proficient in JDA Advanced Store Replenishment System, Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and
PowerPoint.
EXPERIENCE
Nikkel Fashion Boutique, Commack, NY
Manager, August 2016 to Present
 Monitor inventory levels and order new merchandise at the correct time.
 Oversee penetration of each brand to our total sales to properly allocate resources.
 Implement training and re-training programs for current and new employees.
 Research and predict new trends to introduce new merchandise into the store.
Assistant Manager, December 2015 to August 2016
 Meet with sales representatives from companies including Brighton and Alex and Ani.
 Supervise sales associates and delegate tasks.
 Social Media and Marketing Manager.
Sales Associate, February 2014 – December 2015
 Merchandise jewelry and clothing displays.
 Research upcoming lines and trends to bring into the store.
 Attend The Accessories Show with store owner to select merchandise.
UFC Gym, Commack, NY
Marketing and Promotion, September 2015 – January 2016
 Promote services and programs through public relations initiatives.
 Member of a marketing and fundraising events team.
eM Productions Multiline Showroom, New York, NY
Intern, January 2015 - May 2015
 Analyzed weekly sales for different retailers.
 Created Excel spreadsheets to organize sales records by designer.
 Corresponded with existing and potential buyers and designers.
 Inputted information into Showroom Exchange monitoring previous, current and future orders.
Coterie Trade Show, New York, NY
Volunteer, September 2014, February 2015
 Assisted with the setup and steaming of clothing for Ronen Chen.
 Responsible for setup and sales at the six different eM Productions booths.
Rival Volleyball Club, Hauppauge, NY
Coach, November 2013 - May 2015
 Analyzed and tracked team and player statistics throughout the season to monitor growth.
 Created and strategically implemented volleyball skills clinics.
 Supported and mentored girls to encourage team relationship building.