Bridget Arnold
About Bridget Arnold
Bridget Arnold is a Kitchen Designer based in Caerphilly, Wales, with a background in visual merchandising and retail management. She has over 16 years of experience in the industry, including roles at House of Fraser and B&Q, and has run her own business for six years.
Work at Wickes
Bridget Arnold has been employed at Wickes as a Kitchen Designer since 2020. In this role, she focuses on designing kitchen layouts and optimizing space for customers in Caerphilly, Wales. Her responsibilities include understanding client needs and translating them into functional and aesthetic kitchen designs.
Previous Experience in Retail
Before joining Wickes, Bridget Arnold worked at B&Q as a Sales Associate for four months in 2020. Prior to that, she spent twelve years at House of Fraser, serving as the Regional Visual Manager for West & London from 2008 to 2020. In this position, she managed visual merchandising across multiple locations, enhancing the overall shopping experience.
Education and Expertise
Bridget Arnold studied at the University of East London, where she earned a BA Hons Degree in Fashion Textile & Printmaking. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in design principles, which she applies in her current role as a Kitchen Designer. She possesses expertise in trend analysis and forecasting, particularly within the luxury goods sector.
Entrepreneurial Experience
Bridget Arnold ran her own business for six years, showcasing her entrepreneurial skills and ability to manage operations independently. This experience has contributed to her understanding of retail dynamics and customer engagement, which she leverages in her current position.
Visual Merchandising Skills
Bridget Arnold has managed visual merchandising for 24 stores, including prominent locations such as Westfield and Victoria. She has strong skills in creating and implementing planograms, which enhance retail space efficiency and improve product placement within stores.