Connie Bowman has a diverse and extensive work experience. Connie is currently the Vice President of Product Development at KITTRICH CORPORATION, a position they have held since June 2021. Previously, they served as the President of Step Up Horse Rescue & Rehabilitation - a 501c3 Corporation starting in January 2020. From July 2020 to June 2021, they worked as a Field Supervisor at HILCO MERCHANT RESOURCES.
Connie's longest tenure was at Gibson Overseas, where they worked for over 12 years. Connie held various roles, including Senior Vice President of Product Development and later, Senior Vice President, Product Development. In these positions, they were responsible for leading product development and international sourcing efforts for ceramics, tabletop, gift, pet, and accessory lines. Connie oversaw multiple teams and evaluated factory capabilities.
Before joining Gibson Overseas, Connie held leadership positions at Red Rock Horse Rescue, Inc., 99 Cents Only Stores, Big Lots, and US Sales Corporation. At 99 Cents Only Stores, they served as the Managing Director, Imports, managing all direct imports and approving new import purchases. At Big Lots, they were a Senior Buyer responsible for sourcing, buying, and merchandising seasonal areas. At US Sales Corporation, Connie was the Senior Merchandise Manager, overseeing the operational and merchandising activities for various departments and leading advertising, marketing, and strategic planning efforts.
Overall, Connie Bowman has demonstrated strong leadership and expertise in product development, sourcing, buying, and merchandising across a range of industries. Connie'sexperience spans both corporate and nonprofit organizations.
Connie Bowman attended California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, but the specific details regarding the start and end years, as well as the degree and field of study pursued, are not provided.
June, 2021 - present