Chris Nagelson

Experience

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  Macy's

  Jul 1990 - May 1993

  Executive Trainee / Assistant Buyer
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  Abercrombie and Fitch

  Jun 1994 - Aug 1996

  Buyer
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  American Eagle Outfitters

  Jun 1997 - Feb 2005

  DMM Mens Apparel Merchandising
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  Walmart

  Feb 2005 - Jul 2022

  In this position, I fostered cohesive business alignment by harmonizing departmental goals with corporate strategy, ensuring a unified direction. Leading cross-functional teams, I orchestrated strategic planning efforts to promote collaboration and synergy across the company. Cultivating strong relationships with industry leaders, I leveraged their insights to implement best practices and enhance market strategies. Initiating market entry and innovative business initiatives, I successfully diversified revenue streams and expanded our market presence. Major contributions include; - Pioneered groundbreaking diversity initiatives to set industry benchmarks and promote inclusivity. - Drove profitability across Movie, Music, Books, Collectibles and Video Game categories with full P&L accountability. - Optimized operational efficiencies to drive business performance and maximize profitability. - Implemented sustainability programs that supported corporate objectives and enhanced brand reputation. - Formulated and executed strategic initiatives that propelled departmental growth and increased market share. - Led integration of the physical retail business with the online operation, aligning resources, business processes, supply chains, and merchandising strategies while executing a thorough overhaul of the organizational structure. Show less Led the strategic vision for Walmart's Men's Apparel portfolio, driving substantial growth and establishing market leadership. Though key initiatives I spearheaded, I accelerated business expansion and fortified our position in the market. Provided visionary guidance aligned with company goals, ensuring sustained growth and a strong competitive advantage. Key Contributions: - Launched several new brands. - Played pivotal role in the product development process to drive innovation and ensuring alignment with market demands. - Led negotiations and approval processes in direct factory relationships, achieving cost efficiencies and maintaining high quality standards. - Established the Entertainment Council to optimize key entertainment licenses across the company to improve brand visibility and profitability through strategic partnerships with I/P holders. - Responsible for managing the corporate relationship with Disney across the company which led to double digit business growth and increased market share. Show less

  • VP, DMM Electronics, Media & Gaming

    Feb 2010 - Jul 2022

  • VP, DMM Men's Apparel

    Feb 2005 - Feb 2010
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  Alliance Entertainment

  Dec 2022 - now

  Board Director

  Serve as Board Director for Alliance during its transition from being a privately held company to a publicly traded entity, gaining extensive insight into regulatory compliance and the overall transition process. I help to prioritize the identification and assessment of risks affecting the organization's reputation, operations, and financial stability. Upholding legal and ethical standards, ensuring transparency and accountability to stakeholders. - Member of two sub-committees: Nomination & Governance Committee and the Compensation Committee. Show less