Megan Taverna

Professional Summary

Professional Overview
Megan Taverna is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in the retail and fashion industries. As the Director of Sales at Rhone, she is responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding the company's footprint in the North American market.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Director of Sales at Rhone, Megan is responsible for managing a team of sales professionals, developing strategic sales plans, and fostering strong relationships with key clients. Under her leadership, Rhone has experienced significant growth and increased market share within the luxury activewear segment.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Rhone, Megan held several senior sales and merchandising roles at leading fashion brands, including Barbour and Orvis. As the Head of Sales for North America at Barbour, she was instrumental in driving the brand's expansion across the region, and as a Senior Key Account Manager, she consistently exceeded sales targets and expanded the company's customer base.

Megan's earlier career experience includes roles at Bloomingdale's, where she gained valuable experience in planning, buying, and merchandising for various product categories, including fine jewelry, handbags, and shoes.

Academic Background
Megan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Italian from Trinity College-Hartford, where she developed a strong foundation in international business and cross-cultural communication.

Areas of Expertise

• Proven track record in driving sales growth and exceeding revenue targets

• Expertise in developing and implementing effective sales strategies

• Strong negotiation and client relationship management skills

• Proficient in data analysis and using analytics to inform decision-making

• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire high-performing teams

Professional Impact
As the Head of Sales for North America at Barbour, Megan spearheaded several successful initiatives that led to increased brand visibility and market share. She played a pivotal role in launching new product lines and expanding the company's distribution channels, which resulted in significant revenue growth and improved profitability.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience in the retail and fashion industries, combined with her strategic sales expertise and strong leadership skills, Megan Taverna is poised to drive continued success for Rhone as the company's Director of Sales. Her proven track record of delivering measurable results and her deep understanding of the luxury activewear market make her a valuable asset to the organization.