Avery Bystrom is an experienced professional in the fashion retail sector, currently serving as an Allocator for Women’s Retail at Steve Madden since September 2021. Previous roles at Steve Madden include Merchandise Analyst for Apparel and Merchandise Processor for Women’s Retail Shoes. Prior experience includes positions as a Wholesale Assistant and Sales and Marketing Intern at MELISSA ODABASH, as well as Customer Analytics Manager and Head Designer Buyer at The Style Shop. In June 2020, Avery completed an internship as an Assistant Buyer at Ross Stores, Inc. Educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Business Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology and prior studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, along with a high school diploma from Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan.