Sanyoung Julia Kim is a seasoned professional in the luxury retail industry with significant experience in merchandising and planning. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Collection Merchandising for Leathergoods and Jewelry at Versace since November 2020, Sanyoung has previously held prominent roles such as Chief Merchandising & Planning Officer and General Manager of MCM Italy at MCM WORLDWIDE, and WW Merchandising Manager for Leathergoods at Fendi. With an extensive background at Gucci spanning a decade in various merchandising roles across different regions, Sanyoung has cultivated expertise in leather goods, accessories, and strategic market planning. Sanyoung's educational credentials include executive training at Columbia Business School and multiple strategic planning certifications from NYU, complemented by a Master’s degree in Retail Management from Polimoda and a B.A. in Italian and French from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies.