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How I Became... A Fashion Merchandising Executive

Having studied a degree in journalism, Kiera Ganann started out as a retail manager at Ralph Lauren, before taking roles at Levi’s and Bolt Threads, which took her from the shop-floor to the executive suite. Here, she shares insights into the importance of being open to feedback and the valuable lessons she learnt when starting out.
The store front of a Ralph Lauren boutique.
The store front of a Ralph Lauren boutique. (Getty Images)

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