Chris Nagelson
Rogers
Summary
Results-driven business leader with over 30 years of experience as a successful retail merchandising executive and board member. A strategic problem solver and creative change manager, adept at implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in retail merchandising within the Entertainment, Video Game, Apparel and Licensing industries.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
Alliance Entertainment
10.2022 - Current
Advisory Board Member
Algo
10.2022 - Current
Advisory Board Member
Engago
10.2022 - Current
Vice President, DMM Media and Gaming
Walmart
01.2010 - 08.2022
- Held overall profit and loss responsibility for the Movie, Music, Books, Collectibles and Video Game Categories.
- Formulated strategic direction for the department, achieving business objectives and market share growth.
- Supported the overall corporate strategy while delivering departmental objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams in strategic executive-level planning across the company.
- Established and maintained strategic partnerships with key suppliers and national brands.
- Cultivated relationships with industry leaders to gain competitive insights and inform best practices.
- Successfully entered new businesses to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives aligning with corporate objectives.
- Pioneered industry-first programs supporting diversity.
- Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits.
Vice President, DMM Men's Apparel
Walmart
02.2005 - 01.2010
Led the strategic direction and execution for the Men's Apparel category at Walmart.
Divisional Merchandise Manager
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
06.1997 - 02.2005
Managed the merchandising strategies for the Men's Apparel division at American Eagle Outfitters.
Buyer
Abercrombie & Fitch
05.1993 - 05.1997
Executive Trainee / Assistant Buyer
Macy's
07.1990 - 05.1993
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising / Public Relations
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR05.1990
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Partnerships and Affiliations
- Business Growth and Marketing Strategies
- Relationship and Team Building
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Market Trends and Analysis
- Profit and Loss Management
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Industry Expertise
Timeline
Board Member
Alliance Entertainment
10.2022 - Current
Advisory Board Member
Algo
10.2022 - Current
Advisory Board Member
Engago
10.2022 - Current
Vice President, DMM Media and Gaming
Walmart
01.2010 - 08.2022
Vice President, DMM Men's Apparel
Walmart
02.2005 - 01.2010
Divisional Merchandise Manager
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
06.1997 - 02.2005
Buyer
Abercrombie & Fitch
05.1993 - 05.1997
Executive Trainee / Assistant Buyer
Macy's
07.1990 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising / Public Relations
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
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