Demetra Arapakis

Demetra Arapakis has a strong background in design, particularly in the footwear industry. Their most recent position was as the Director of Design at BBC International LLC starting in December 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Global Brands Group as a Footwear Designer from September 2017 to August 2021. Before that, they held the position of Senior Footwear Designer at G-III Apparel Group from September 2015 to September 2017. Demetra also worked as a Senior Footwear Designer at Vida Shoes International from January 2014 to June 2015. Demetra's earlier experience includes roles as a Footwear Designer at Nine West Group from February 2012 to January 2014, a Trend Designer - Footwear at Lands' End from March 2010 to February 2012, and an Assistant Designer - Accessories at Isaac Mizrahi from July 2008 to March 2010.

Demetra Arapakis has a certificate in Psychology of Leadership from Cornell University. Demetra also holds a certificate in Athletic Footwear Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Additionally, Demetra has studied Accessories Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology.