Zena Rhoden
About Zena Rhoden
Zena Rhoden serves as the Director of Global Fixture Development and Visualization at Tapestry, a position she has held since 2007. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and has previous experience as a designer and junior architect in New York City.
Work at Tapestry
Zena Rhoden has been serving as the Director of Global Fixture Development and Visualization at Tapestry since 2007. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and visualization of retail fixtures on a global scale. Her tenure at Tapestry spans 17 years, during which she has contributed to various projects that enhance the brand's retail presence. The position is based in New York, New York, where she collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure that fixture designs align with the company's strategic vision.
Education and Expertise
Zena Rhoden earned her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Cornell University, where she studied from 1999 to 2004. This five-year program equipped her with a solid foundation in architectural design and theory. Her educational background has played a significant role in her professional development, allowing her to apply architectural principles to her work in retail fixture development and visualization.
Background
Before joining Tapestry, Zena Rhoden gained valuable experience in the architecture field. She worked as a Junior Architect at Fxfowle from 2004 to 2007, where she developed her skills in architectural design. Following this role, she spent seven months as a Designer at Pei Partnership Architects in 2007. These positions provided her with a diverse range of experiences that contributed to her expertise in design and visualization.
Professional Experience
Zena Rhoden's professional journey includes significant roles in architectural firms prior to her current position. At Fxfowle, she worked as a Junior Architect for three years, focusing on various architectural projects. Her subsequent role at Pei Partnership Architects as a Designer lasted for seven months, where she further honed her design skills. This combination of experiences laid the groundwork for her successful career at Tapestry.