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Me as a Visual Merchandising Consultant

I'm a dynamic and innovative Visual Merchandising & Creative Projects Manager with a passion for delivering unforgettable retail experiences across Fashion, Beauty, and Home sectors. My journey into this creative realm began during my early career days in Dubai, where I immersed myself in the vibrant retail landscape, learning the ropes of store management, customer service, and visual merchandising from esteemed brands like Guess.

 

Over time, my experiences in marketing and sales provided me with invaluable insights and skills that seamlessly translated into my freelance work as a visual merchandising consultant. Collaborating with a diverse portfolio of global lifestyle and homeware brands, including Mango, Charles and Keith, and Tommy Hilfiger, I've had the privilege of bringing innovative initiatives to market, driving performance through creative solutions rooted in market insight and design awareness.

 

My strength lies in developing compelling retail concepts and plans that captivate audiences and drive results. From art direction and shopfit design to window installations and marketing events, I orchestrate seamless creative synergies throughout the customer environment, ensuring a cohesive brand experience at every touchpoint.

 

I take pride in my role as a catalyst for international growth, spearheading the creative and operational turnaround of franchise businesses across the Middle East and Asia. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, I've consistently achieved proven commercial results, exceeding performance measures and aligning with aspirational brand goals.

 

In addition to my consulting work, I've dedicated myself to the creative development of in-house brands, launching exclusive fashion collaborations, in-house brand initiatives, and international store openings. With full control over the aesthetic journey, from retail and fixture design to retail styling and visual merchandising, I've transformed perceptions and elevated brand experiences to new heights.

 

My journey from Dubai's bustling retail scene to the dynamic world of visual merchandising consulting has been nothing short of transformative. Each experience has shaped me into the versatile and forward-thinking professional I am today, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to delivering unparalleled customer engagement.

 

I'm excited to continue creating impactful experiences and driving innovation in the world of visual merchandising.

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My VM Projects

My latest projects
Nils VM project
Nolimit VM project

Nils Store (OGF, Colombo)

Nolimit Wattala

Charles and Keith VM project
Levis VM project
Mango VM project
Mango VM project
Lee VM project
Charles and Keith VM project
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