Industry Advisory Board
The Industry Advisory Board (IAB) is an external consultative group that plays a vital role in advancing LIM College’s strategic objectives. Comprised of professionals in a variety of functional areas within the business of fashion and lifestyle, the IAB’s purpose is to serve as an important bridge between LIM and the industry, assisting and advising the College on visibility, career management, and curriculum.
Members Members
Lisa R. Bannister '94
Global Retail Strategist Founder and Owner, The Missouri Rowe Collective
Lisa is a proud LIM graduate with extensive retail leadership experience in the North American and Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets. She has held general management roles at Ralph Lauren, Dolce & Gabbana, Liz Claiborne and Perry Ellis.
Josuha Danforth '05
Senior Director Visual Merchandising Retail Brand Experience, Walmart
Carolyn D'Angelo is the Senior Managing Director, Head of Brand Operations at Gordon Brothers.
Louise Evins
CEO, Evins Communications
Louise has held positions as a senior executive at Lord & Taylor and Henri Bendel. She is a founding member of Forbes Executive Women, a long-standing member of Fashion Group International, and is on the Board of Directors of the Dramatists Guild Foundation.
Luisa H. Garcia '88
Chief Officer, Production & Development Sourcing, Alexander Wang
In her role at Alexander Wang, Luisa is in charge of strategizing and initiating key sourcing partners to improve profitability, product assortment and speed to market. Luisa enjoys working with students and helping them understand the opportunities that exist in the fashion industry. She also values working with non-profit organizations, especially those focused on empowering women.
Karen Giberson
President & CEO, Accessories Council
Alexandra Mondesir '12, MPS '16
Senior Director, Retail Visual Merchandising | Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker & Champs
Alexandra has been curating retail experiences for more than 15 years, including working for Foot Locker Inc., Saks Fifth Avenue, and Victoria's Secret.
Haley Steinberg '14
Senior Vice President, PR and Corporate Communications, Authentic Brands Group
Haley Steinberg is an ardent and strategic PR and communications leader skilled in media and talent relations, integrated PR strategy, corporate profile development, crisis management and thought leadership. At Authentic, Haley leads PR and Corporate Communications, collaborating with world-class executives, licensees and retailers to execute integrated media strategies that drive relevancy and growth.
