Ellen Novotny

Ellen Novotny is a seasoned professional in the fashion merchandising industry, currently serving as the Senior Director of Collection Merchandising at KHAITE since March 2022. Prior experience includes prominent roles at Prada Group, where responsibilities included Director of Merchandising and Senior Merchandising Manager for Accessories, focusing on various product categories across North America. Previous positions at Vince and Furla highlighted expertise in managing merchandise for accessories and handbags, overseeing entire collection development processes and driving product development in alignment with global brand initiatives. Additional roles at Coach involved responsibilities across international merchandising, with foundational experience gained at Banana Republic. Ellen Novotny holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the College of Charleston and an Associate's Degree in Fashion Merchandising Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology.