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Mr. Nipon joins STYLESIGHT after most recently having served as president, Americas, for trend forecasting and news provider WGSN (Worth Global Style Network) since 2001, where he oversaw all new business development, sales, marketing, content and technology for the Americas. Mr. Nipon is credited with steering WGSN toward its acquisition by Emap plc in October 2005. During his five years at WGSN, Mr. Nipon increased the organization's client roster by three-fold and revenue ten-fold, enhanced product strategy and functionality, restructured global pricing models, designed and implemented a worldwide CRM sales system, and developed strategic relationships and marketing platforms to strengthen brand awareness. "Larry has a proven track record in our space," said Mr. Bober. "Larry's an insider and knows how the business of fashion works - and what works for the fashion business. His knowledge of apparel manufacturing and the creative process as well as running technology companies makes him a tremendous asset and a natural fit." In his new role at STYLESIGHT, Mr. Nipon will lead business development, spearhead growth in sales and market share, oversee global sales management, contribute to product development and work collaboratively with Mr. Bober on marketing, design initiatives and strategic alliances. "This is a tremendous opportunity and I am honored to be a part of the talented team Frank has assembled and charged with making STYLESIGHT the fashion and apparel industry's most indispensable resource," said Mr. Nipon. "STYLESIGHT's advanced tools, state-of-the-art technology, deep library of fashion and style imagery, and trend forecast information is already being received with tremendous excitement. The style-driven industries have always been associated with a high degree of risk, presenting numerous challenges along the way. But the STYLESIGHT service provides a means of minimizing these risks and challenges in a way never before available. We're making a measurable difference in improving the product development cycle, making it faster, easier, and less expensive, and that's why I'm thrilled to be part of the team." Mr. Nipon is also general partner, board member and investment advisor of Arden Capital Group. Prior to his role at WGSN, Mr. Nipon served as president and chief operating officer at Albert Nipon, Inc., an internationally recognized designer apparel company for 19 years. In addition he held the position of vice president and director of business development with eCal Corp., as well as a senior executive sales and management position with Big Planet, Inc. Mr. Nipon earned his bachelors degrees in marketing and in biology at Pennsylvania State University. | ||
About STYLESIGHT STYLESIGHT is a leading provider of trend forecasting and product development tools for creative professionals in the fashion and style industries. STYLESIGHT is powered by a library of over 2 million inspiring images and a Fashion Office with an unparalleled 'point of view' on the industry. Its concise reporting and advanced technology tools consistently generate actionable results. The Company was founded in 2003 by apparel manufacturing industry veteran Frank Bober and remains privately held with headquarters in New York, along with offices in Los Angeles and London and a global staff of trend spotting correspondents. STYLESIGHT's subscribers include many of the leading retail and manufacturing companies worldwide. STYLESIGHT covers all the Women's, Men's & Children's Fall / Spring Designer Collections in New York, London, Paris, Milan, Rio de Janeiro and San Paolo as well as Haute and Couture Collections, Street, Vintage, Store Windows, Celebrity Fashions, Denim, Color, Trade Shows, Mood Galleries and Interiors. Images of collections are divided into more than two-dozen searchable categories providing instantaneous results without endless navigation. For more information, visit http://www.stylesight.com. |
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