BRAND PRESIDENT, ZENITH WATCHES, LVMH

Ellen, a seasoned luxury retail leader, shared her insights on driving growth and innovation in omnichannel retail at a special talk on leadership in the luxury sector.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, AWAY

Jessica joined for a fireside chat and exclusive Q&A to discuss her new role at Away and her approach to driving strategic transformation and digital-first growth at scale.

STYLE DIRECTOR, SHOPBOP

Lauren Edelstein joined for an engaging session on the art and impact of styling, where she also led a mini fashion show with members to bring her insights to life.

FORMER PRESIDENT, CD PEACOCK JEWELERS

Olivier Stip graciously hosted us in Chicago, offering an intimate look at leadership in the fine jewelry and watches sector and sharing his global perspective on client experience, brand transformation, and retail excellence.

DIRECTOR OF RETAIL PEROFRMANCE, TIFFANY&CO.

Dawn Toroker graciously hosted us for a private tour and Q&A at the brand’s flagship in Chicago, offering an inspiring inside look at luxury retail leadership, client experience, and the iconic legacy of Tiffany & Co.

FORMER CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER, CD PEACOCK

Adam joined us to share his journey transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship as a founder to his very own lifestyle and fashion brand, and the lessons learned along the way.

CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER OF SHOPBOP

Loni joined us as The Vault’s very first speaker, sharing insights on her creative leadership journey, her role at the forefront of fashion as a chief creative officer, and the life advice that’s guided her along the way.

SENIOR CLIENT ADVISOR, GUCCI

Suzanne led an insightful session on the power of the client story and the Gucci client experience, sharing how luxury service and storytelling come together to create lasting emotional connections in retail.

FORMER GLOBAL COPYWRITER FOR RIMOWA, LVMH

Nicole joined us for an inspiring session on the craft of copywriting, sharing how voice, brand storytelling, and cultural insight shape emotionally resonant messaging across luxury, travel, and lifestyle brands.

VP OF MARKETING AND CREATIVE, ULTA BEAUTY

Nathan Pence joined The Vault for a powerful workshop on brand building and storytelling. Drawing from his experience, he shared five key lessons, ranging from creating from the brand’s core to building emotional connections with customers

FORMER DIRECTOR OF BRAND DEVELOPMENT, THE CHICAGO BULLS

Cesar led a dynamic workshop on personal branding. He shared his three-phase model while offering insight into building visibility, forming authentic connections, and taking ownership of your story.

NYFW FASHION DESIGNER

Fashion designer Dovile led The Vault’s first interactive workshop, guiding members through an upcycling session inspired by her brand. Dovile shared her journey from NYFW runways to Vogue features.

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY AND ANALYTICS, THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS

Samer Jassar joined for a dynamic session exploring the intersection of analytics, strategy, creativity, and technology in the basketball industry, sharing how data-driven decision-making shapes the future of the sport.

BRAND MANAGER, KRAFT-HEINZ

Timothy Leonard joined to share his journey from luxury beauty to food & beverage, highlighting how he drives innovation, channel expansion, and brand storytelling through shopper marketing and cross-industry insights.

BRAND EXPERIENCE MANAGER, NEIMAN MARCUS

Neiman Marcus’ Brand Experience Manager, Tina Koegel, hosted us in Chicago, bringing her 30+ years of expertise to curate an unforgettable in-store experience centered on luxury, service, and style.

FOUNDER, ANDREA REYNDERS DESIGN

Fashion designer Andrea led a hands-on workshop using vintage Vogue to create mannequin art, while sharing stories from her diverse career in design, teaching, and global mentorship, including her work with Playboy, the Chicago Fashion Incubator, and a sewing program in South Africa.

TAYLOR REESE SALON

The salon team hosted a runway roundtable where six seasoned stylists shared personal stories, industry advice, and the importance of teamwork, honesty, and adaptability in the beauty business and left students curious about the business of hair!

RECRUITING MANAGER, VON MAUR

Alyssa led a workshop on interview strategies and career opportunities, offering expert advice on preparation, communication, and professionalism, while also sharing internships and corporate programs available to UW–Madison students.