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Systems:
•	Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) *Advanced Excel*
•	Buying Systems: BOSaNOVA, QlikView
•	Creative Systems: Photoshop, Illustrator


•	Detailed market research, differentiation strategy, and marketing plan.
•	Created a formal business plan for the company – mission/vision statements, product line goals/guidelines, pricing analysis, expansion opportunities, timeline, business licensing and online setup, sourcing, financial breakeven timeline. 


Startup Business Strategist

Developed and executed financial plans contributing to top line department goals.
•	Managed $6m business across women’s accessories, youth, hydration and sunscreen.
•	Produced 32% YOY growth in sunscreen business, 6% YOY growth in accessories business, and maintained flat comp for 
        youth business on decreased door count.
•	Negotiated discount terms with external vendors, increasing GP.
•	Worked with planning, allocations, and operations teams to hit sales, turn, and inventory goals.

Collaborated on product development and marketing in response to selling trends.
•	Reviewed monthly selling and brought feedback to design/sales team executives to contribute to line plan development.
•	Developed cobranded product with external vendors, including Hydro Flask and Sun Bum.


Associate Buyer - Retail

- Manage youth and sunscreen categories across twenty doors with seasonal and A/O buys, replenishment, promotion plans, transfer strategies, SMU product, and merchandising.
- Support six buyers through daily order entry, maintenance, and other various needs.
- Master the BOSaNOVA and Qlikview retail and reporting systems.
- Regularly run and report sales analysis to Global GM, VP of Sales, Design Director, and others.
- Maintain positive relationships with internal teams and external vendors.


Assistant Buyer - Retail

- Executed seasonal buys and launched social media marketing for the women’s department.
- Responsible for administrative functions including PO entry and maintenance, vendor communications, and management of OTB.
- Attended trade shows, scouted potential new brands, and forecasted industry trends.
- Trained and managed a small team on POS systems and customer service skills.


Assistant Manager, Merchandiser, Women's Buyer, Data Entry Specialist

- Assisted the construction and development of visual displays and product merchandising.
- Co-managed the sale department and markdown process.
- Provided personalized customer service and styling for shoppers.


Senior Customer Sales Associate

- Developed product designs through sketches, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Planed, organized, and directed look book photo shoots.
- Provided extensive market research and implementation of marketing strategies.


Co-Creator / Creative Director

- Collaborated with the director to develop the psychological background of each character.
- Sourced fabrics, found items, and accessories for costumes.


Costume Designer

Linden Foster is a Startup Business Strategist at Gum Tree Studios in Encinitas, CA.

Linden Foster

Linden Foster

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Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising