Based in New York, senior management executive Patrick Guadagno has overseen many aspects of international fashion companies such as Versace, Dolce & Gabbana USA, and Ittierre/IT U...view moreBased in New York, senior management executive Patrick Guadagno has overseen many aspects of international fashion companies such as Versace, Dolce & Gabbana USA, and Ittierre/IT USA. As the former President and Chief Operating Officer at Versace, Managing Director at Dolce & Gabbana USA, and President and Chief Executive Officer at Ittierre/IT USA, Patrick Guadagno holds extensive expertise in the fashion industry. Prior to acquiring his role as President and Chief Executive Officer at Ittierre/IT USA, Patrick Guadagno devoted much of his time and energy to the growth of Calvin Klein, Inc., specifically focusing on establishing the world-famous fashion label’s menswear collection. Over the course of a three-year period in which he exceeded projected sales targets during the first 18 months of his tenure, Patrick Guadagno conducted market research that identified Calvin Klein as a key brand in men's apparel and accessories. Patrick Guadagno’s duties as President and Chief Operating Officer included directing license negotiations; devising the company’s marketing plan, company mission, and primary objectives; handling all facets of wholesale, marketing, sales, sourcing, production and creating retail partnerships to negotiate prime space, as well as the implementation of the in-store shop concept. After receiving his Associate of Science in Business from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Patrick Guadagno secured numerous positions in the fashion world. Previously serving as President, COO, Senior Vice President, and Vice President of Menswear for Giorgio Armani Fashion Corp., as well as the former National Sales Manager for Yves Saint Laurent Menswear, Patrick Guadagno possesses a reputation as a trailblazer for high-end fashion labels globally.view less