Laura Brandes

Laura Brandes is a highly accomplished and experienced business professional with a successful track record in leadership, sales, marketing, operations, product development, and entrepreneurship. With over 20 years of experience in global companies, including Victorinox, adidas-Group, Nike, and Speedo, she has demonstrated strong leadership skills and an innovative approach to business planning and brand strategy. She has also created and managed her own sporting goods brand, SKARP LTDA, an innovative concept of apparel customization for high-performance athletes. Laura has completed Policy Design & Implementation Certification from Harvard Kennedy School and is an advocate for Diversity & Inclusion & Animal Welfare.

Laura has expertise in brand strategy, business planning, marketing, merchandising, operations, sales, retail, entrepreneurship, team building, and growth strategy. She is also a certified Life Coach and has studied Specialist in Visual Merchandising, Customer Management, and Bachelor of Marketing & Publicity. Currently, she is Head of Planning, Merchandising, Retail Services & Sales Operations at Victorinox AG.