Rihanna (Tianyu) Bai
About Rihanna (Tianyu) Bai
Rihanna (Tianyu) Bai serves as the Manager of the Stuart Weitzman Flagship at Tapestry in Toronto, Ontario, where she has exceeded annual operating plans and facilitated team development since 2017.
Work at Tapestry
Rihanna Bai has been employed at Tapestry as the Manager of the Stuart Weitzman Flagship since 2017. In this role, she has demonstrated strong leadership and operational management skills. Under her management, the flagship store exceeded the FY21 Annual Operating Plan by 11.5%, achieving $100,000 year-to-date despite the challenges posed by pandemic lockdowns. Bai has collaborated with the North America Visual Merchandising Director to enhance the store's visual presentation, ensuring alignment with the brand's culture.
Previous Experience at Stuart Weitzman
Prior to her current role at Tapestry, Rihanna Bai worked as a Sales Lead at Stuart Weitzman from 2015 to 2017. In this position, she was responsible for driving sales and managing customer relationships. Her leadership contributed to the store achieving the highest year-end conversion rate among 16 peer stores in Canada for five consecutive years. This experience laid the foundation for her subsequent managerial role at Tapestry.
Career Development Initiatives
Rihanna Bai has facilitated the career development of over 10 team members by designing and implementing personalized talent development plans. Her focus on individual growth has contributed to a more skilled and motivated team, enhancing overall store performance. This commitment to employee development reflects her leadership philosophy and dedication to fostering talent within the organization.
Educational Background
Rihanna Bai studied at Branksome Hall, where she achieved the International Baccalaureate from 2008 to 2011. She then attended the University of Toronto, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Statistical Science from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her analytical and interpersonal skills, which are essential in her managerial role.
Early Career Experience
Before her tenure at Stuart Weitzman, Rihanna Bai worked at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute as a Unit Support Placement from 2014 to 2016. This role involved supporting various operational functions within the institute, contributing to her understanding of team dynamics and operational efficiency. This early experience has informed her approach to management in retail.