Jake Szczepanski

Jake Szczepanski is a seasoned business strategist and management consultant with over 15 years of experience in brand building, operations management, and business growth.1 He currently works as a Management Consultant specializing in strategy and project management at Artisan Margin Management Partners, a position he has held since 2016.1

Professional Background

Jake holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Texas A&M University. His career has been marked by significant achievements in the retail and real estate industries:

Co-CEO at Billy Reid:: From 2004 to August 2017, Jake co-founded and led Billy Reid, an American luxury lifestyle brand. He was instrumental in opening 14 retail stores and expanding the brand's presence to over 200 wholesale locations.1

Managing Director at Cypress Equities:: From February 2018 to April 2020, Jake gained commercial real estate experience, focusing on developing experiential retail spaces and food halls.1

Expertise and Skills

Jake's areas of expertise include:

• Strategic leadership
• Retail operations management
• Problem-solving
• Ecommerce implementation
• Brand building
• Real estate lease negotiations
• Business expansion
• Customer experience
• Inventory management1

Achievements

Under Jake's leadership, Billy Reid received several industry accolades:

• New York Magazine's Best Men's Store in New York (2009)
• GQ/CFDA Best New Menswear Designer in America (2010)
• CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year (2012)1

Current Role

At Artisan Margin Management Partners, Jake has:

• Coached and consulted with multiple organizations generating $100M+ annual revenue
• Supported business expansion initiatives
• Provided expertise in revenue growth, including brand activation, go-to-market strategies, and margin management1

Jake Szczepanski is known for his inspired leadership style, strategic brand-building skills, and ability to create customer-centric experiences that drive loyalty and revenue growth.1