In Conversation with Alicynne Sher

May 13

Tell us about your background:

Accomplished commercial executive with track record of driving business development by surpassing sales targets, building strategic alliances, penetrating new markets, and innovating inventory/pricing strategies.

Adapt at leveraging AI technology to revolutionize operational efficiency and customer engagement. Skilled in guiding teams through transformative leadership with focus on revenue enhancement, customer satisfaction, performance elevation, and value creation.

Expert in crafting innovative business strategies, establishing KPIs, and driving increased product adoption.

Proven ability to promote emerging technologies and use data-driven analytics for effective decision-making, as well as establishing culture of continuous improvement for mitigating anticipated risks.

I started my career selling shoes at Nordstrom (the Brass Plum department) and moved to NYC to the Bloomingdale’s buying program over 25 years ago and have been learning every day since. I get energy when growing consumer businesses, and that passion has created my career.

I love working with a team who wants to WIN - successful leadership is all about the people we serve, and the friendships created along the way!

What do you wish you’d known when you started out?

Surround yourself with people who empower you, believe in you, support you, uplift you, motivate you and appreciate you.

Best career advice you've ever received?

Don't be afraid of change, instead try to embrace it with an open mind with optimism and see where that leads you.

What leadership qualities are important to you?

Servant Leadership

Thought Leadership & Decision-making proficiency. Creating a diverse team in order to lead a strategic vision to inspire and motivate.

What has been the biggest challenge in your career so far?

Leading through uncertainty coming out of COVID & navigating geopolitical unpredictability following.

And for fun, what is your favorite wardrobe staple?

Christian Louboutin round toe block heel or flat.