There are few things we love more than a perfectly designed, totally classic, leather handbag. And GiGi New York, a leather goods company making bags, totes, wallets and other leather accessories, totally gets it right. Launched in 2012 the brand landed in the pages of Harper’s Bazar and the shelves of Neiman Marcus in record time.
As PR manager for GiGi New York and parent brand Graphic Image, it’s Rebecca Chin’s job to get the luxury leather goods noticed. In an industry that spans time zones, Rebecca’s got a 24-7-365 job that makes the most of her first-in, last-out work ethic.
“I’ve always said, who you know is important, but a great work ethic will truly get you far.” She’s also quick to add that she, “never wanted to leave before [her] boss did.”
As an employee of a smaller company in the world of fashion (for now) that do-it-all attitude has taken Rebecca far in a job that only starts at PR. In addition to public relations she also oversees customer service and works directly with big accounts like Saks Fifth Avenue, managing orders from production to fulfillment.
Sound like a lot? It’s just another day at the office for Rebecca. “With a smaller company … your job won’t just entail doing one thing.” No wonder she says she loves a go-getter!