Patrick Guadagno
With more than 25 years of expertise, Patrick Guadagno earned his reputation as a leader in the fashion industry. After graduating from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Patrick Guadagno directed the success of many well-respected fashion firms. Patrick Guadagno’s proficiency with cutting-edge brand strategies, as well as lucrative marketing and product development, influenced luxury apparel labels such as Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, Giorgio Armani, and Yves Saint Laurent.
A respected executive, Patrick Guadagno held managerial positions with all six of his previous employers. At Versace’s U.S. subsidiary, Patrick Guadagno served as President and Chief Operating Officer from May 2005 to October 2009. Prior to his work at the world-famous Italian fashion company, Patrick Guadagno helped advance another renowned design firm, Dolce & Gabbana USA, in marketing, distribution, and merchandising efforts. During his two-year tenure as Managing Director, Patrick Guadagno also directed the transition of Dolce & Gabbana’s D&G division from its licensee status with Ittierre/IT Holding USA to in-house corporate-run status with Dolce & Gabbana USA.
Patrick Guadagno’s other executive positions included roles as Ittierre/IT USA’s President and Chief Executive Officer; President and COO of Calvin Klein, Inc.; and Vice President of Menswear, Senior Vice President, President, and COO of Giorgio Armani Fashion Corp. Patrick Guadagno began his career with Yves Saint Laurent Menswear, where he held various sales management positions prior to earning the title of National Sales Manager.
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