Mary J Christiansen
About Mary J Christiansen
Mary J Christiansen serves as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer at BANDIER, where she supports the CEO of a start-up focused on activewear, fitness, and wellness. With a background in luxury marketing and experience at Akris and The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., she is passionate about relationship-building and brand values.
Current Role at BANDIER
Mary J Christiansen serves as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer at BANDIER, a start-up focused on activewear, fitness, and wellness. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's growth and development. In her role, she provides essential support to the CEO, facilitating operations as the brand scales. Her responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating communications, and assisting in strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at Akris
Mary J Christiansen worked at Akris for a total of ten years, holding two positions. She began as a Marketing Coordinator from 2010 to 2017 in the Orange County, California Area, following a prior role as Senior Marketing Coordinator from 2007 to 2010 in the Kansas City, Missouri Area. Her experience at Akris involved luxury marketing, particularly focusing on heritage and female-founded fashion and beauty brands.
Experience at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Mary J Christiansen held the position of Assistant Manager, Global Product Marketing at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. from 2017 to 2018. During her seven-month tenure in the Rochester, New York Area, she contributed to global marketing strategies and product development initiatives, enhancing her expertise in the beauty industry.
Educational Background
Mary J Christiansen studied at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Media & Society. Her studies spanned from 1998 to 2000, providing her with a foundational understanding of media dynamics and societal influences, which she applies in her professional roles.
Professional Interests and Values
Mary J Christiansen is passionate about relationship-building and embodies the values of the brands she represents. Her commitment to fostering connections and promoting brand integrity is evident in her work across various roles in marketing and executive support.