Christina Dest
About Christina Dest
Christina Dest is a Senior Merchandise Planner with extensive experience in merchandise planning and marketing. She has worked for several companies, including Ross Stores, Inc. and ELLE Magazine, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from the University of Delaware.
Current Role at Rue Gilt Groupe
Christina Dest serves as a Senior Merchandise Planner at Rue Gilt Groupe. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic merchandise planning efforts. Her role involves analyzing market trends, managing inventory, and optimizing product assortments to enhance sales performance. Christina's experience in merchandise planning supports the company's objectives in the competitive online retail landscape.
Previous Experience at Ross Stores, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Christina Dest worked at Ross Stores, Inc. for several years in various capacities. She began as a Location Planning Analyst in 2014, progressing to Location Planning Analyst II in 2016, and then to Merchandise Planning Analyst from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she gained extensive experience in merchandise planning and analysis, contributing to the company's operational efficiency in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Education and Academic Background
Christina Dest completed her Bachelor's degree at the University of Delaware - Lerner College of Business and Economics, where she studied Marketing/Marketing Management and Advertising from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended Sacred Heart Academy, where she completed her early education. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her career in merchandise planning and marketing.
Internship Experience at ELLE Magazine
In 2013, Christina Dest interned at ELLE Magazine as an Integrated Marketing & Advertising Sales Intern. This internship lasted for one month and provided her with exposure to the marketing and advertising sectors within the fashion industry. This experience contributed to her understanding of integrated marketing strategies and the dynamics of advertising sales.
Internship at RDP
Christina Dest also completed an internship at RDP in 2013, where she worked as a Marketing Intern for two months in Avon, CT. This role allowed her to gain practical experience in marketing operations, further enhancing her skills in the field and preparing her for future roles in merchandise planning and analysis.