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7 W NEW YORK7 W NEW YORK® Announces Retirement Of Marketing VP, Su Hilty
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7 W New York announces that as of June 2011, Su Hilty will retire from her
position as VP of Marketing at 7 W 34th Street. With a career spanning more than 40
years, Hilty has long been admired and is well-known for her tireless dedication to
tenants and buyers and for her creative approach to marketing. Starting at
Bloomingdale's, she gained proficiency in product launches, divisional and program
startups and eventually moved on to Gucci to set up their wholesale operation in the
U.S. After 9 years in sales & marketing at Liz Claiborne Accessories, the home and
gift industry beckoned and Hilty joined 225 Fifth Avenue as vice-president of
Marketing. When the building was sold in 2004, Hilty was recruited by MMPI to bring
her expertise to 7 W New York where she has worked closely with the MMPI team for
more than 6 years to establish 7 W as the destination marketplace for the gift, home,
tabletop and textiles industries.
According to Joan Ulrich, senior vice president, MMPI, "We reluctantly accept Su's
resignation knowing 7 W and MMPI will not be the same without her efforts and
dedication. We were lucky to have Su lead the marketing charge when we launched 7
W and she has continued to support our customers and team with best in class
marketing. While we will miss her personally and professionally, Hilty's decision to
start this new chapter in her life will allow her to pursue her passion for travel, as
well as expand her involvement with charity organizations and other volunteer
associations. She is truly a valued resource and we intend to continue to tap into her
talents whenever possible."
Chris Collins, vice president and general manager, 7 W New York, agrees. "Su Hilty
is a rare individual that I feel extremely lucky to have had the opportunity to work
with and get to know over the years. Her passion, work ethic and infectious
enthusiasm have been a tremendous asset to 7 West and to all of us that have
worked with her during the launch and development of our great NY market
building. I am very proud of Su, her accomplishments and the lasting positive effects
that she has had on everyone that she has associated with over her long and
successful career in this industry."
"After a varied and rewarding career and finally achieving MMPI's highest honor,
the coveted Marty Award last year, I felt the timing was right for the next step", says
Hilty. "This is never an easy decision, but while I may be resigning from 7 W, my love
for and connection with the home and gift industry will continue along with the
visits I plan to make with friends and family, and the many places still to see and
experience. "
Hilty will continue to be involved with the International Furnishings & Design
Association, of which she is past president for the New York Chapter. She is also
committed to the Home Products Advisory Board of the Fashion Institute of
Technology, The Fashion Group International, Gift for Life, the alumnae chapter of
Alpha Chi Omega (her sorority), as well as the Global Give Back Circle. An active
member of the social media community, she will be able to connect with her work
friends and colleagues through LinkedIn and Facebook.
Jessica Kreider will assume many of Su's responsibilities and will work closely with
Nancy Michael, MMPI's new Senior Marketing and Strategy Director for the gift and
home décor industry. |
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| 08-Apr-11 |
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