Celine Kabaker is a seasoned professional in merchandising, buying, and planning, currently serving as the VP of Merchandising, Buying and Planning at RTA since July 2023. Previously, Celine was the Head of Women’s Buying & Merchandising at Rockstar Original from August 2021 to July 2023. Celine founded and served as CEO of ALMOST THERE from May 2019 to May 2022 and held various roles at Victoria's Secret, Forever 21, Juicy Couture, and BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP, demonstrating a strong background in global merchandising and buying. Celine began a career in intellectual property as an International Intellectual Property Trademark Paralegal at Rubelmann & Associates, P.C. and gained early retail management experience at CI Home Bath and Garden and Iconology Boutique. Celine earned a BA in Global Corporate Communications with a minor in International Business Administration from The American University of Paris and completed education at Milken Community High School.