Alexandra Eads
About Alexandra Eads
Alexandra Eads is the Head of Buying, Store Operations, and Partnerships at Society Social in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has a diverse background in roles ranging from business analysis to executive management assistance in various industries.
Head Of Buying, Store Operations and Partnerships
Alexandra Eads currently holds the position of Head of Buying, Store Operations, and Partnerships at Society Social since 2021. In this role, she oversees various aspects of the business including procurement, store management, and strategic partnerships. Operating from Charlotte, North Carolina, Alexandra plays a crucial role in optimizing the store's operations and forming valuable partnerships to drive the business forward.
Professional Background
Alexandra Eads has a diverse professional background, ranging from roles in executive assistance to gallery management. Prior to her current role at Society Social, she worked at the same company as a Store Operations and Assistant Buyer for Home Decor from 2020 to 2021. She also served as a Business Analyst at Ally from 2019 to 2020, and as an Executive Management Assistant at SEPHORA from 2018 to 2019. Her earlier experiences include being a Personal/Executive Assistant to the Co-Founders at Proenza Schouler and a Personal Family Assistant at a private company.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History and Arts Management from Sweet Briar College, where she also took on roles such as Co-Curator, Gallery Speaker, Curatorial Assistant, and Gallery Guard. She studied Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Florence University of the Arts and attended the University of South Carolina-Columbia for one year. Alexandra's educational background has enriched her expertise in art and business management.
Skills and Tools
Throughout her career, Alexandra Eads has developed proficiency in several tools essential for business operations. She regularly uses Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, and Confluence to organize and track information and tasks. Additionally, she coordinates with vendors to facilitate hiring processes and manages team hardware, software, and access requests. Her technical skills enable her to effectively support various team needs and optimize operational efficiency.
Roles in Art and Culture
Alexandra's earlier career includes significant roles in the art and culture sector. As Gallery Manager at Primavera Gallery, she was responsible for managing the gallery’s operations. She interned at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Collections Management and Conservation and co-curated exhibitions at Sweet Briar College. Alexandra also interned at the Academy of Fine Arts, contributing to curatorial and marketing efforts. These roles have provided her with a strong foundation in art curation and management.