Elise Mestichelli
About Elise Mestichelli
Elise Mestichelli is a Buying Assistant at Free People Movement, where she utilizes various software tools and marketing strategies to enhance consumer engagement. She has a diverse background in performing arts and business development, having worked in multiple roles across the entertainment and retail sectors.
Current Role at URBN
Elise Mestichelli currently serves as a Buying Assistant at Free People Movement, a division of URBN, which includes Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, and Nuuly. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In her role, she effectively utilizes various software tools, including Island Pacific, Blue Cherry, STEP, Tradestone, and Excel reports. Elise is responsible for implementing marketing strategies that align with current consumer patterns and trends. Additionally, she has successfully decreased the IS/NO style count by 10% each week.
Previous Experience in Performing Arts
Elise has a background in the performing arts, having worked in various capacities as a performer. She was a Performer/Swing at Goodspeed Musicals in 2016 and 2017 for a total of seven months. She also performed at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina in 2015 for one month and at Walnut Street Theatre in 2019 for three months. Her experience includes roles such as Ensemble Dancer/Dream Laurey at LYRIC THEATRE OF OKLAHOMA, INC. in 2015 and a summer internship at Broadway Dance Center in 2014.
Experience in Retail and Business Development
Elise has held several positions in retail and business development. She worked as a Sales Associate at Forever 21 in 2013 for three months. From 2017 to 2020, she served as a Hostess/Server at El Vez Restaurant in the New York City Metropolitan Area. She transitioned to Copy Crimes, where she worked as a Junior Copywriter from 2020 to 2021 and then as Director of Business Development from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Elise Mestichelli completed her high school education at Clearview Regional High School, earning a High School Diploma from 2008 to 2011. She then pursued higher education at Oklahoma City University, where she studied Dance Performance and obtained a Bachelor of Performing Arts from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background supports her diverse career in both the performing arts and retail sectors.
Skills and Software Proficiency
In her role as Buying Assistant, Elise efficiently utilizes various software tools essential for her responsibilities. She is proficient in Island Pacific, Blue Cherry, STEP, Tradestone, and Excel reports. Her ability to incorporate marketing strategies and analyze consumer trends enhances her effectiveness in the buying process, contributing to her team's overall success.