Jill Fishman

President, Menswear and Global Licensing @Michael Kors

IMPACT: Developed long-term strategic plan and category vision for Men’s accessories and sportswear. Articulated men’s growth plan and delivered top-line growth for the division. Unlocked new revenue streams by launching new men’s and kids’ product categories. ROLE: While continuing full responsibilities of previous SVP, Global Licensing role – overseeing franchise partnerships and licensing partnerships globally – assumed general management accountability over global Menswear division, leading cross-functional team spanning design, sales, production, and merchandising. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS: Set new strategic direction for menswear globally, modernizing product offering, omnichannel strategy, and marketing and communications plans. Gained global and cross-functional team buy-in to execute. Expanded men’s categories via licensing, relaunching and growing men’s eyewear, watches, and tailored clothing, supported by engaging creative campaigns. Drove new licensing business development, signing agreement to launch Girls’ and Baby apparel and footwear lines and negotiating transition to new global fragrance partner. Navigated extreme inventory, supply chain, and portfolio challenges related to Covid-19, forging partnerships internally to enhance organizational agility.