Zina Zegans
About Zina Zegans
Zina Zegans serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer at Nicole Miller, a position she has held since 2021. With over 15 years of experience in fashion and retail, she has a strong background in brand development and licensing partnerships.
Work at Nicole Miller
Zina Zegans serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer at Nicole Miller, a position she has held since 2021. Based in New York, she focuses on brand development and strategic initiatives within the fashion industry. Her role involves overseeing marketing strategies and category positioning to enhance the brand's presence in the competitive market.
Previous Experience in Fashion and Retail
Prior to her current role, Zina Zegans co-founded The Accessory Think Tank, where she worked from 2004 to 2007. She also held significant positions at Bloomingdale's as a Manager from 1999 to 2004 and at Steve Madden, where she served as Fashion Director from 2007 to 2010 and later as President of Licensing from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, she briefly worked as President at MarlaWynne Collection in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Zina Zegans earned her Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising from Johnson & Wales University, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. Her education laid the foundation for her extensive career in fashion and retail, contributing to her expertise in trend analysis, merchandising, and executing licensing partnerships.
Achievements in Brand Development
With over 15 years of diversified experience in fashion and retail, Zina Zegans is recognized for her skills in brand development and strategic initiatives. Her expertise includes executing licensing partnerships, managing legal contracts, and overseeing P&L management. She is known for her creative thinking and ability to contribute to product and marketing strategies.