2.0
30 Sept 2008
Former employee
New York, NY
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
The corporate office in New York is an entrepreneurial environment where one is given a great deal of responsibility across many aspects of the business. It is a high fashion brand with great brand visibility and recognition in the retail industry. Retail store expansion is rapid in emerging markets including Asia, Eastern Europe and N. America.
Cons
There is very little opportunity for vertical growth within a department, lateral movement between departments or promotion within the company unless one is hired in at a senior management level. Don't expect promotions until a year or more over-due. There is a culture of secrecy which tends to perpetuate itself amongst all offices and departments.