Alana Koontz is a seasoned retail professional with a wealth of experience in buying/merchandising, product development, and management. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Art History, Criticism and Conservation, and Ancient Mediterranean Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and also studied psychology and art history at the College of DuPage. Koontz's career highlights include serving as a Product Development Coordinator for Women's Sleepwear at Kohl's, Product Development Specialist for Juniors Tops at Kohl's, Merchandise Planner at Magnolia Market, and Historic Site Assistant at Waco Mammoth National Monument.

Koontz has worked in different roles ranging from Assistant Manager at Abercrombie & Fitch to Volunteer Coordinator at the Milwaukee Art Museum. She has also worked as an Intern at Artist Phyllis Toburen and Trendy Problems, a Field Student at Athienou Archaeological Project and a Sales Associate at Gilly Hicks.

Her professional expertise spans across retail management, psychology, art history, product development, and buying/merchandising. Koontz has excellent interpersonal, communication, and planning skills that enable her to succeed in her current and previous roles.