Michelle Gough

Michelle Gough has a diverse work experience in the fashion industry. Michelle most recently served as the Head of Operations at Drake's since November 2022. Prior to that, they held the same role at Goodhood Store from September 2021 to October 2022. At Goodhood Store, they also worked as the Warehouse & Logistics Manager from August 2019 to September 2021. Before joining Goodhood Store, Michelle worked as the Logistics Planning Manager at CONLINXX Ltd from February 2017 to May 2019. Michelle also had significant roles at Charles Parsons & Co Pty Ltd, where they served as the Fashion Development, Production & Marketing Planner from February 2013 to November 2016, and as the Fashion Production Coordinator from January 2008 to February 2013. Michelle began their career as a Fashion Design & Production Coordinator at Trelise Cooper from May 2006 to January 2008. Michelle also worked as a Junior Textiles Assistant at DESIGNER TEXTILES INTERNATIONAL LIMITED from March 2005 to October 2005.

Michelle Gough completed a Bachelor of Visual Arts specializing in painting, photography, and design at the University of Auckland from 2004 to 2007. In 2011 to 2012, they earned a certificate in Illustrator for Textile Design from AUT Auckland. Additionally, Michelle participated in the Japan Exchange Programme at FBC NZ in 2010, focusing on Future Business Counterparts. Michelle also obtained a Bursary in Visual and Performing Arts from Avondale College between 1999 to 2003. Lastly, they received a Certificate in Business Operations from EMA NZ in 2009.