Transforming Retail with a Creative Touch & Strategic Insights
Taylor Gross brings a dynamic blend of creativity and strategy to the global retail scene. Dubbed a "Buy-ologist" and retail therapist, her expertise encompasses fashion merchandising, sales, and a deep understanding of brand development. Taylor's approach is rooted in an analytical mindset paired with a flair for creativity, making her a linchpin in evolving both emerging and heritage brands. Her passion is palpable in her commitment to fostering strong relationships across the industry, driven by a love for people, products, and spreading positivity.
Victoria's Secret & Co. is a leading specialty retailer of lingerie and beauty products, renowned for its iconic fashion shows.
Mar 2024 — Present
Retaylor Therapy
Founder
Retaylor Therapy is a beauty retail consulting company helping retailers curate buying strategies and high-growth brands scale into US retailers.
Advised multiple VP-level retail clients including Middlebox, Magic Molecule, and Vacation on buying strategies.
Instrumental in scaling high-growth brands such as Chillhouse and ZBiotics into US retail markets.
Served as Sales Strategist for Augustinus Bader, enhancing sales strategy and expansion.
Contributed as a Beauty Editor at Dermstore, providing expert insights on beauty trends.
Aug 2022 — Feb 2024
Space NK
Head Beauty Buyer
Space NK is a luxury beauty retailer offering a curated selection of beauty products across 80 stores in the UK and boutiques in the US.
Nov 2021 — Aug 2022
THG
Senior Sales Director, THG Beauty Brands
THG is a global e-commerce technology group and brand owner, focused on health and beauty sectors with a robust technology platform, Ingenuity.
Nov 2020 — Nov 2021
THG
Sales Director, THG Beauty Brands
Jan 2020 — Nov 2020
THG
Sales Manager, Christophe Robin and ESPA
Oct 2019 — Jan 2020
THG
Sales & Operations Manager, Illamasqua, Mama, and Mio
Feb 2018 — Oct 2019
Barneys New York
Associate Buyer, Fragrances & Mens Grooming
Barneys New York is a luxury retailer known for offering curated edits from top global brands, focused on innovative and fashion-forward offerings.
Nov 2015 — Jan 2018
Barneys New York
Assistant Buyer, Cosmetics
Jun 2015 — Aug 2015
CELINE
Merchandising and Planning Intern
CELINE, part of LVMH, is a French luxury fashion house known for its craftsmanship in ready-to-wear, leather goods, and haute parfumerie.
Jan 2015 — Apr 2015
CHANEL
Buying Intern
Chanel is a world-renowned fashion and beauty brand offering luxury products including haute couture, accessories, and cosmetics.
Aug 2014 — Dec 2014
LAMBERT + ASSOCIATES
Buying and Trend Forecasting Intern
Lambert + Associates is a retail consultancy specializing in fashion and luxury, offering solutions to drive growth in global markets.
Jun 2014 — Aug 2014
kate spade new york
Strategic Marketing Intern
Jan 2014 — Dec 2015
kate spade new york
Sales Muse
Kate Spade New York is an American luxury fashion design house known for its handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear collections.
Jan 2013 — May 2013
Randa Accessories
Neckwear Merchandising Intern
Randa Accessories is the world's largest men's accessories company, producing a wide range of apparel and accessories under well-known brand names.
Sep 2012 — Dec 2012
Tommy Hilfiger
Buying/Merchandising Intern
Tommy Hilfiger is an international fashion brand known for its classic American cool style and preppy designs.
Apr 2012 — Dec 2012
Juicy Couture
Sales Associate
Juicy Couture is a fashion brand offering trendy apparel, jewelry, and accessories, known for its iconic tracksuits and youthful designs.
Sep 2011 — Feb 2012
Edwing D'Angelo
Boutique Management Intern
Edwing D'Angelo is a fashion boutique offering elegant and sensible designs, known for bespoke, ready-to-wear, and custom wedding gowns.
May 2011 — Jul 2014
Nordstrom
Sales Associate in Men's Furnishings
Nordstrom is a leading fashion retailer offering clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products for all ages through multiple sales channels.
Jun 2010 — May 2011
American Eagle Outfitters
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters is a global specialty retailer of casual clothing, accessories, and personal care products under its American Eagle and Aerie brands.
Value Selling, Value Creation and GTM expert, Growth of ARR from $0-$50M in a complex SaaS industry, Founded and successfully exited consumer products company
