Kristen Cannon
About Kristen Cannon
Kristen Cannon is an Assistant Buyer for Traditional Women’s Sportswear at Rue Gilt Groupe, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in retail and event coordination, having held various positions in companies such as Louis Vuitton and Rue Gilt Groupe.
Current Role at Rue Gilt Groupe
Kristen Cannon currently holds the position of Assistant Buyer for Traditional Women’s Sportswear at Rue Gilt Groupe. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the company's buying strategies and product selection. Her work involves analyzing market trends and consumer preferences to curate a relevant and appealing product assortment for the brand.
Previous Experience at Rue Gilt Groupe
Before her current role, Kristen Cannon worked at Rue Gilt Groupe as an Event Coordinator for Accessories, Eyewear, and Luggage from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this position, she was responsible for planning and executing events that showcased various accessory lines, enhancing customer engagement and brand visibility.
Professional Background
Kristen Cannon has diverse experience in retail and event coordination. She worked as an Onsite Event Specialist at Events Forum Inc for one month in 2018, where she managed event logistics. Additionally, she served as a Store Associate at Sequin LLC for eight months and at Louis Vuitton for three months, gaining valuable customer service and sales experience. Earlier in her career, she was a Store Clerk at Canada Lake Store & Marine for two years.
Education and Qualifications
Kristen Cannon earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Rhode Island, where she studied Textiles, Fashion Merchandising, and Design from 2014 to 2018. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in fashion and business principles, which she applies in her current role in the fashion industry.
Early Career Involvement
In 2015, Kristen Cannon participated in risk management for Delta Zeta Sorority during her time at the University of Rhode Island. This role involved overseeing safety protocols and ensuring a secure environment for sorority events, contributing to her skills in event planning and management.