Anna Desantis

Anna DeSantis has extensive experience in the fashion industry, with their most recent position being Design Director at Steve Madden since August 2021. Prior to this role, they have worked at Steve Madden as a Senior Designer for Fashion Accessories from March 2017 to August 2021, with responsibilities including the design and development of cold weather and fashion accessories. Anna also managed the design and development of belts for both branded and private label accounts. Before that, they worked as a Designer for Belts at Steve Madden from May 2014 to March 2017, and as a Design Associate for Belts from July 2012 to April 2014.

Anna's earlier work experience includes a role as a Product Development Manager for Optical, Sun, and 3D Eyewear at Allure Eyewear from July 2008 to July 2012. Anna also worked as a Designer at The Max Leather Group from 2005 to July 2008.

Anna DeSantis attended Sacred Heart University from 2000 to 2004, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. In 2003, they also participated in a study abroad program at The American University of Rome, focusing on Italian Language, Art, Philosophy, and International Business.