Nicole Valley

Nicole Valley

Client Processing Specialist, Asset Management

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Project Manager at Jazwares | Squishmallows | Design and Product Development | Scheduling

  • Education

    • Mayfield Senior School

      2006 - 2010
      High School
    • University of California, Berkeley

      2010 - 2011
      Molecular Environmental Biology
    • Cornell University

      2011 - 2014
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Applied Economics and Management

      Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate Scholars at Cornell Concentration in Marketing

    • Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

      2016 - 2017
      Professional Designation Merchandising and Marketing

      Merchandise Buying, Merchandise Math, Merchandising Strategies, Marketing Communications, Trend Analysis and Styling Concepts, Advanced Business Applications

  • Experience

    • JPMorgan Chase & Co.

      Jan 2015 - May 2016
      Client Processing Specialist, Asset Management

      - Updated account details for high net worth individuals in various databases, implementing team procedures.- Conducted reviews of trust and corporate documents, verifying client details and signatures for compliance.- Collaborated with Client and Financial Associates to provide top-tier service in the asset management group.

    • JR286

      Apr 2017 - May 2019
      Associate Project Manager

      - Managed relationships with internal and external brands (Nike, Fox, Hurley) to develop functional accessories, overseeing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.- Assisted the Director of Product in ideation, product development, and market launch, contributing to a 47% growth in Vertra Premium Suncare.- Led the global FDA testing process, collaborating with external labs, manufacturers, and consultants.

    • TOMS

      Jun 2019 - Oct 2020
      Go To Market Project Specialist

      - Strategized and executed efficient Go-To-Market calendars for 400 styles per season, establishing actionable milestones across cross-functional teams.- Orchestrated meetings with executive stakeholders, aligning project plans with Design, Product Development, Supply Chain, Logistics, Master Data Management, Special Projects, Marketing, and Asia Operations.- Supported Supply Chain Management in projects, including factory production analysis for tariff mitigation.

    • Jazwares, LLC

      Feb 2021 - now

      - Led management of the $1B Squishmallows brand, orchestrating collaboration across Design, Development, Packaging, and Brand teams to successfully launch 3000 plush toys per season.- Collaborated with the Design Team, prioritizing CAD creation and overseeing the entire product development process. Addressed issues promptly, escalating to leadership when necessary.- Efficiently scheduled milestones and communicated concept development timelines, ensuring seamless project execution with the team's awareness of due dates. Show less

      • Senior Project Manager

        Dec 2022 - now
      • Project Manager

        Dec 2021 - Dec 2022
      • Associate Project Manager

        Feb 2021 - Dec 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

      Project Management Institute
      Jul 2022
    • Project Management Professional (PMP)

      Project Management Institute
      Mar 2023
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Staff

      Issued by Wags & Walks on May 2018
      Wags & WalksAssociated with Nicole Valley
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Pasadena Humane Society on Jul 2007
      Pasadena Humane SocietyAssociated with Nicole Valley