Elise Chavez

Elise Chavez is an experienced professional in visual merchandising, currently serving as the Director of Visual Merchandising at FIGS since July 2025. Prior to this role, Elise held the position of Retail Visual Manager at Parachute Home from April 2021 to July 2025, and was a Regional Merchandising Manager and Regional Merchandiser at Kate Spade & Company from December 2013 to June 2020. Beginning as a Retail Merchandiser at Marc Jacobs from June 2011 to December 2013, Elise has developed expertise in driving sales through effective visual strategies, enhancing customer experiences, and collaborating with store management. Elise holds a degree in Liberal Studies with a Fine Art Concentration from Azusa Pacific University, graduated in 2010.