A Visionary Leader in Marketing, Branding, and Business Growth
With over 15 years of expertise in real estate marketing and 33 years in branding, business management, and strategy, I have built a reputation as a marketing powerhouse, business coach, and industry innovator.
As the founder of Designs Group Consulting, I have helped countless brokerages, realtors, nonprofits, and businesses elevate their brand presence, streamline their marketing efforts, and achieve sustainable growth.
My Vision:
"To empower businesses, brokerages, and real estate professionals with cutting-edge marketing strategies that drive growth, credibility, and long-term success."
- Branding is more than a logo—it’s an identity.
- Marketing isn’t just about exposure—it’s about creating meaningful connections.
- Business success isn’t about luck but strategy, execution, and consistency.
33 Years of Marketing & Business Excellence
Marketing Mentor and Business Coach: I go beyond traditional marketing by equipping businesses with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to build lasting brands.
Real Estate Marketing Authority: I successfully rebrand and market top brokerages and realtors, ensuring they stay ahead in an ultra-competitive market.
Branding & Marketing Management Expert: From brand identity creation to full-scale marketing execution, I ensure businesses don’t just exist but thrive.
The Essence of an Expert: My Journey
My story is of relentless innovation, passion, and resilience. From a lifelong love for fashion and marine life to a global career in business and marketing, I have consistently transformed challenges into opportunities. My journey exemplifies how one can lead with heart, master multiple industries, and overcome personal adversity to inspire others.
A Passion for Fashion & Business Excellence
My career began with a dream—to become a fashion designer—and quickly evolved into a multi-faceted journey in fashion and business. Growing up in New Jersey, I spent summers down the shore playing in the ocean and watching the waves, instilling a deep spiritual connection and a sense of the divine. These early passions paved the way for my career built on creativity and determination.
Early Foundations:
Rapid Career Advancement:
Rapid Career Advancement:
- I earned a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising (Gamma Beta Phi) and began my professional journey as a Casual Corner supervisor and Dillard’s Visual Merchandiser.
- Lunched my career in the corporate buying office at Neiman Marcus, where she mastered negotiation, procurement, and KPI tracking skills that would become essential as she advanced in her career.
Rapid Career Advancement:
Rapid Career Advancement:
Rapid Career Advancement:
- Rose to leadership roles, including Director of Sales & Marketing, securing licensing deals with top designers like Nicole Miller.
- Held executive positions—CMO, COO, CIO, Marketing Director, and Sales Director—at international wholesale fashion companies in New York City.
- Served as CEO of the U.S. division of a Spanish company, living in Barcelona and leading successful launches in the U.S. and Asian markets.
- Consulted for a startup brand tied to a renowned artist, overseeing everything from e-commerce and apparel production to operations, public relations, fashion shows, and comprehensive marketing planning and implementation.
Advertising Innovation:
Rapid Career Advancement:
Advertising Innovation:
- I transitioned into an Advertising Executive role at a top NYC POP firm, managing campaigns for high-profile clients like Nintendo, Hunter Douglas, Warner Brothers, and Coca-Cola.
- Launched a pioneering ASI promotional product e-commerce platform in the 1990s, redefining B2B direct sales in advertising.
Merging Passions & Inspiring Futures
Business Excellence
Business Leadership:
- Provides tailored, one-on-one strategic support to help companies thrive in an ever-changing marketplace.
- Leads in launching successful marketing campaigns and empowering teams and clients.
Environmental Stewardship:
- I support the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network and sponsor a Texas A&M professor’s turtle rescue initiative, ensuring that my love for the ocean translates into tangible contributions to marine conservation.
My journey—from the spirited shores of New Jersey to the bustling corridors of global business, from my triumphs in fashion and advertising to my resilient fight against personal health challenges—is a testament to my unstoppable, ever-evolving leadership. My blend of creative vision, strategic prowess, and fierce determination continues to inspire clients, teams, and communities worldwide.
