Dedication, expertise and talent
A strong tradition of leadership for 80+ years. Learn more about the people who drive and support the College's vision.
The Leadership Team of the College is comprised of the President, Executive Vice President for Finance and Operations/Treasurer, Provost, and Senior Vice President for External Relations & Alumni Affairs.
Elizabeth S. Marcuse
President
Michael T. Donohue
Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations, Treasurer
Dr. Lisa Springer
Provost
Gail Nardin
Senior Vice President for External Relations & Alumni Affairs
The President’s Cabinet is a core group of leaders who serve in an advisory capacity to the President, making informed recommendations regarding the College’s strategic priorities, resource allocation, infrastructure, and organizational structure. The Cabinet aligns planning and operational processes and policies to fulfill College priorities, support the core values and mission, and fosters continuous improvement.
Christopher Barto
Vice President of Government Relations and Community Affairs
Michael Donohue
Executive Vice President, Finance and Operations, Treasurer
Nina Fiddian-Green
Assistant Vice President of Career and Internship Services
Curtis W. Hoover
Vice President of Student Affairs
Maurice Morency
Chief Technology Officer
Gail Nardin
Senior Vice President for External Relations and Alumni Affairs
Erik Paulson
Vice President of Finance and Controller
Kristina Ortiz
Vice President of Enrollment Services
Lisa Springer
Provost
The Board of Directors is the governing body of LIM College and establishes the basic policies that set the course of LIM College. The Board is responsible for the performance of the institution, in all of its aspects and has the fiduciary responsibility for LIM College’s financial performance. Composed of a maximum of eleven members, the Board meets quarterly at LIM College and participates in commencement each May.
Chairman
William J. Borner, Esq.
Vice Chair
Rosalind S. Neff
Directors
Sally A. Crawford
Jay R. Horowitz
Elizabeth S. Marcuse, D.C.S.
Nancy Marshall
Ron Marshall
Brian L. Morgan
Todd A. Rickel, Ph.D.
Gail E. Rothwell (Class of 1971)
Stefan Shaffer
The Fashion Industry Advisory Board helps LIM College fulfill its mission and strengthen many of the services the College provides to students.
The Advisory Board is composed of successful executives from a broad variety of areas in fashion and its related industries, including manufacturing, licensing, accessories, sales, store design, media, public relations, digital marketing, executive recruiting, merchandising, supply chain, and retail management.
Advisory Board members assist and advise the College in areas such as curriculum, long-range planning, career development, and industry relations. To that end, Board Members collaborate with faculty and staff to provide experiential educational opportunities that support academic programs; mentor students and provide feedback on their resumes and selected course projects; host site visits; guest lecture in classes; hire students for internships and permanent jobs; and help LIM College identify new areas of study. Advisory Board members also expose LIM students to emerging trends and new business categories and connect students with industry experts.
Co-Chairperson
Julie Koch-Beinke
Partner/Co-Founder
Alternatives
Amie Blumberg
Vice President of Industry Relations
LIM College
Members
Nick Ammaturo
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Fado
Heather Bergstein '98
Senior Media Manager
Amazon Hub
Ryan Bonafacino
Co-Founder
Clean Origin
Robert Bronstein
Consultant, Former President
Leon Max/Max Studio
Jackie Buffon
Consultant
Former Vice President, Wholesale
True Religion
David Burnett
Former Chief Merchandising Officer
Venus Fashions, Inc.
Bianca Caampued '07
Co-Founder/Advisor
Small Girls PR
Sherry Cassin
Owner
Meow Mini Mart
Heather Catalano
Vice President, Wholesale Sales
Vera Bradley
Tony Coccerino
Director of Fulfillment
Nuuly
Mindi Cooke
Vice President of Business Development
Owens Group International
Mary Ann Domuracki
Partner
MMG Advisors, Inc.
Mark Donatiello
Director of Lead Generation, CRM/Data Management / Client Experience
Keller Williams, NJ Metro Group
Dan Evans
Managing Partner & Executive Vice President
Wests Design Consultants USA
Louise Evins
President and Chief Executive Officer
Evins Communications
Dr. Nicola Evoli
Chief Information Officer-Strategy-International Sales
Grottini Retail Environments
Jeannette Ferran Astorga
Executive Vice Presidnt, Corporate Affairs, Communications and Sustainability
Zoetis Inc.
Delisha Fields '11
Director of Event Partnerships
Forbes
David L. Fisher
Former Executive Vice President, General Merchandise Manager – Men’s & Young World
Bloomingdale’s
Michael T. Gilson
Chief Financial Officer
Portmeirion Group North America
Leanne Gomez '03
Group Vice President
Ross Stores, Inc.
Jordana Guimaraes
Co-Founder & Partner
Fashinnovation
James Gundell
Co-Founder
Play Bridge at Sea
Luisa Herrera-Garcia '88
Executive Vice President of Global Sourcing and Operations
On This Day
Connie Hoza
Vice President of Merchandising
Perry Ellis International
Ilka Jordan
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Jordan Alliance Group
Susan Kroll
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
RAREculture
David Law
Senior Vice President, General Manager
Allen Edmonds at Caleres, Inc.
Michael Lichtenstein
Owner
Group L Consulting
Bonnie Mackay
Product Specialist & Author
BMackay Consulting
Debra Malbin
President & Founder
Debra Malbin Associates
Patrick Mays '12
Senior Director of Merchandising
Lucky Brand
Brandusa Niro
Editor-in-Chief, Chief Executive Officer
The Daily Front Row, Inc.
Stefani O'Sullivan
Vice President, Growth
Savage x Fenty: Lingerie by Rihanna
Shawn R. Outler, D.C.S.
Chief Diversity Officer
Macy's, Inc.
Michael Ratner
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Emeritus
Michael H. Ratner Consulting, LLC
Denise Seegal
Former Chief Executive Officer
NXT Brands
Adrienne Shelton
Senior Vice President/ Executive Advisor
Jordan Alliance Group
Mark Shulman
President
Mark Shulman Inc.
Kristi Sloe '96
Vice President of Product Development
Laura Mercier
Alan Spalter
Chief Executive Officer
Retail Assistance Corporation
Haley Steinberg '14
Vice President, PR and Corporate Communications
Authentic Brands Group
Julie Verdugo
Director of Sustainability + Social Impact
Free People - Urban Outfitters
Nick Woodhouse
President and Chief Marketing Officer
Authentic Brands Group