Darcy (Loeb) Brown
About Darcy (Loeb) Brown
Darcy (Loeb) Brown serves as the COO of ASPENX, a luxury brand under Aspen Skiing Company, where she has worked since 2022. She holds an MBA from Kellogg Business School and has extensive experience in merchandising and operations across various industries, including sporting goods, beauty, and entertainment.
Work at Aspen Skiing Company
Darcy (Loeb) Brown serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of ASPENX, a luxury brand under the Aspen Skiing Company umbrella. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the brand's focus on performance, experience, and lifestyle inspired by Aspen, Colorado. Under her leadership, ASPENX has aimed to establish itself in the luxury market, leveraging the unique attributes of the Aspen area.
Education and Expertise
Darcy Brown holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, where she studied Marketing, Management & Strategy, and Entrepreneurship from 2014 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she studied at HKUST Business School, obtaining another M.B.A. in 2016. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in multi-channel retail, merchandising, and product assortment planning.
Professional Background
Darcy Brown has a diverse professional background with significant experience in the sporting goods, beauty, and entertainment industries. She has held various roles at prominent companies, including Nike, where she worked as Director of Merchandising and Global Operations Manager. Her tenure at Amazon as GM/Category Leader for Amazon Music Merchandising further solidified her operational expertise. Additionally, she has worked at PepsiCo, Target, and Pure Barre, showcasing her versatility across different sectors.
Achievements in Retail and Merchandising
Throughout her career, Darcy Brown has demonstrated a strong ability in merchandising and operations. Notably, she led the launch of ASPENX, focusing on creating a luxury brand that encapsulates the essence of Aspen, Colorado. Her previous roles at Nike and Target involved significant responsibilities in merchandising and supply chain management, contributing to her reputation as a skilled leader in retail strategy and execution.