Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Chloe Asaam

Accra
Chloe Asaam

Summary

A talented professional and versatile leader with a proven track record in enhancing team productivity and stakeholder engagement through strategic direction and effective project management. Brings 5+ years of valuable, multi-faceted expertise contributing to the global fashion industry, with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract

Program Manager
05.2021 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Lead and coached a seven member team on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals and objectives.
  • Interacted with stakeholders and community to identify needs and gaps.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and satisfy needs.
  • Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement holistic programs to promote better trainee experiences.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports.
  • Supported various departmental teams undergo a series of upskilling sessions and trainings so as to bolster productivity and deepen impact org-wide.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with departmental teams and directors.

Asantii

Associate Designer
02.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Prepared concept boards and mock ups of form and color.
  • Used drawing, computer-aided design (CAD) and draping techniques to develop ideas and communicate strategies to others.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration, with my submissions making 70% of final cuts for production.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Collaborated with textile designers, patternmakers and sample makers to bring designs to life and meet target market needs.

Gucci

Design Fellow
10.2019 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
  • Created materials and illustrations reminiscent of classic Gucci concepts and monogram.
  • Collaborated with other fellows on synthesizing various fashion related topics and trends.
  • Presented concepts in relation to current Gucci aesthetic and identity.

Versace Collection

Retail Client Advisor
01.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Conceptualized company visual merchandising guidelines to enhance product appeal.
  • Launched several Window Display storytelling ideas to elevate and complement current product styles.
  • Managed product inventory and replenished stock as needed to ensure product availability.
  • Consolidated client needs and preferences to provide tailored recommendations as well as addressed concerns and complaints promptly and effectively.
  • Delivered enriching client experiences and interactions, across all channels in a timely and professional manner
  • Managed clients' questions about products and features with detailed knowledge.
  • Presented products clearly to customers while highlighting key selling points.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues to achieve overall sales goals.
  • Maintained neat and organized sales floor presentation.

Education

Radford University
Accra,Ghana.

Bachelor of Arts from Fashion Design
07-2017

University Overview

  • Degree Awarded with First Class Honors

Skills

  • Strategic Direction
  • Project Management
  • Merchandising Strategy
  • Inventory Management
  • Client Account Management
  • Sustainable Design
  • Excellent Oral Communication
  • Relationship Selling
  • Interpersonal Skills

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Key panelist at Vestiare Collective Town Hall 2022
  • Co-panelist: African Philanthropy Forum
  • Participating Speaker: Venice
    Sustainable Fashion Forum 2023
  • Special consultant to an HBO feature film
  • Key fashion advisor to Netflix Documentary: Buy Now


Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Board of Fashion Ghana

Timeline

Program Manager
Contract
05.2021 - 12.2024
Associate Designer
Asantii
02.2021 - 12.2022
Design Fellow
Gucci
10.2019 - 11.2019
Retail Client Advisor
Versace Collection
01.2019 - 02.2020
Radford University
Bachelor of Arts from Fashion Design
Chloe Asaam