Melrose International hires Jessica Stephens as East Coast Sales Manager
Melrose International appointed of Jessica Stephens as our new East Coast sales manager. With over two decades of experience in wholesale, Stephens brings an impressive background in home décor and gifts, making her a valuable addition to our team.
In her new role, Stephens will focus on expanding Melrose’s key account and international business, using her expertise to strengthen relationships and grow the brand globally. Her professional journey includes 24 years of wholesale experience, with the last 10 years spent representing home décor and gift products. An achievement in her career is being named Key Account Manager of the Year in 2019 at her previous company, a testament to her dedication and skill in the industry.
Stephens’ strengths include working well under pressure and being bilingual, which will be instrumental in her success at Melrose.
“I’ve always been a fan of the product and have heard great things about the company for years. I can’t wait to represent the team at market,” Stephens said in the news release.
Her goals at Melrose include expanding the company’s presence in international markets and identifying new opportunities to showcase Melrose’s beautiful products in existing territories. Stephens’ drive and enthusiasm align perfectly with the company’s growth strategy, and we are confident she will make an immediate impact.
A New York native now living in Dallas, Texas, Stephens enjoys coaching volleyball for girls aged 12-15 and is a dedicated mother to two daughters, ages 10 and 16. Her family is passionate about sports and loves to travel together.
Jessica is guided by the philosophy, “The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it,” a reflection of her determined mindset and ability to conquer challenges.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jessica to the Melrose team and look forward to the contributions she will make as we continue to grow and expand our international and key account business,” said Brad Gullion, vice president of sales and marketing at Melrose International.
