Professional
Summary
Megan Herak is an experienced creative & fashion executive with a demonstrated history working in corporate & entrepreneurial industries.
Her skill set has established her as brand builder and creative professional with experience in the US, NYC, Swiss, and European markets.
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MCDeisgn began in 2008 as a creative consultancy assisting in a range of creative projects and business development partnerships.
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"Blending business and creativity defines my dynamic and purposeful approach. With a unique background in impactful markets, I've carved out a space that harmonizes creativity, strategy, and authentic brand connections. This balance has led me to a pivotal shift in my career. My core experience comes from the trenches, fully understanding the landscape—I've navigated an ever-evolving digital environment, personally testing a variety of strategies, and overcoming steep learning curves. This is what I bring to each business I collaborate with, a keen knowledge of knowing what you've been through with high level solutions."
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​Global Market Experience
New York City / Zurich / London / Milan / Paris / Atlanta / Seattle / Chicago / Multiple Cities in the United States
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"When brainstorming for a project, it's a creative process where I immediately immerse in the projects vision. There is a story created in my mind and I am passionate about bringing it to life."
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CEO & Founder
SPORT.LES
Launched Luxury Activewear E-Commerce + Shop-in-Studio concept in Switzerland and EU, established in 2016. Industry expert with 12 years experience in the Activewear, Wellness, and Fitness industry.
Senior Interior Design FFE Install Specialist
CID Design Group
Manage the overall delivery and placement of large scale Interior Design projects nationwide in US that includes Leasing Offices, Lobbies, Community Spaces, Outdoor Spaces, Multiple Onsite Models. Over-site includes furniture placements, art and display installs, setting model apartments, local shopping, and final merchandising.
Owner -Activewear Designer and Project Manager
IMPAVID CONCEPTS
Designed custom seasonal activewear collections for multi-location fitness studios and fitness influencers.
Retail Director & Branding Strategist
Physique 57
Contributed in the rebranding process of an elite NYC barre method gym with a focus on a branded merchandise collection, online boutique initiative, and forecasting retail goals that included quarterly branded merchandise collections. Managed 5 locations in NYC, additional locations in LA and Dubai.
Logistics & Merchandise Manager
Bloomingdales 59th Street NYC
Managed over $40 million in product with political vendor relationships at Bloomingdales 59th Street Flagship. Designers include Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Armani, Moncler etc
Creative Director
MCDesign Studio
Establish in 2008, MCD was created as a multidisciplinary design studio specializing in brand identity, visual storytelling, and creative strategy. Since its founding, the studio has partnered with diverse clients to craft modern, impactful design solutions that merge functionality with timeless aesthetics.
Area Visual & Merchandise Manager
Anthropologie
Working a total of 8 years at URBN inc, 4 years were committed at high profile flagship stores in the Atlanta area. Participated and hosted numerous prototypes & store openings nation wide.
Visual & Merchandise Manager
Urban Outfitters
The first part of the URBN inc career 4 years career at high profile flagship stores in New York City. Participated and hosted numerous prototypes & store openings nation wide. Worked at Urban Outfitters & Anthropologie under URBN inc.
GM & Store Manager
Abercrombie & Fitch / Hollister
Served as General Manager at Hollister's flagship store in New York with prior experience in high-profile locations in both NYC and Atlanta with Abercrombie & Fitch. Led and participated in numerous store openings and prototype launches across the country.
COMPREHENSIVE
SKILL SET
-Brand & Business Development
​-E-Commerce
-Omni-Channel
-Retail Management
​-Experience in Shopify - WIX
Square Space - Wordpress
​-Marketing Strategy
​-Social Media - SEO - SEM
​-Financial Management & Forecasting
​-Entrepreneurship
​-US + EU Market Experience
-New York City Fashion Industry
-NYFW - Runway shows - stylist
-PFW - Buying
​​-High Volume Store Management
​-Buying / Multi-Brand Curating
​-Visual Merchandising Stores
-Visual Merchandising E-commerce
​-Seasonal Prototype Team
-Store Opening Team
​-Product Design & Development
-Supply Chain Management
-Import Experience
​-Luxury Fashion Management
-Logistics Merchandise Management
​-15 years experience in Activewear
and Fitness Industry
20 years experience in digital media > proficient in
Website Platforms
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​Shopify, WIX, Squarespace, Wordpress, Go Daddy, Figma, Elementor, Showit
Social Media​
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Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Tiktok, X, Linkedin
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Advertising​
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SEO Website Optimization, Google, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest
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Software​
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MS Office, Google Docs, Apple iWork-Pages, Adobe Photoshop
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CRM​
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Canva, Klaviyo, Mailchimp, Sked Social, Zapier, Hootsuite
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Press & Awards
At MCD, our dedication to excellence and innovation has not gone unnoticed. We are proud to share some of the recognition we've received from industry experts and esteemed publications. That includes being a member of FEMALE FOUNDER Initiative. This acknowledgment reflects our commitment to leadership, creativity, and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
FASHION INNOVATION AWARD 2020
Nominated + Presented Geneva
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TEXTILREVUE MAGAZINE
Full Page Feature + Interview
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SWISS ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE
Featured + Video Interview
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MULTIPLE MAGAZINE FEATURES
