By Claudia Loucks
Geneseo Current
The hard work and dedication that Carly Hamer has put forth in her positions with Randa Apparel & Accessories have paid off.
Hamer, daughter of Ted and Heidi Hamer, Geneseo, recently was promoted to Vice President of Merchandising & Design, Cold Weather Hats & Gloves & Women’s Leather on the Company’s Seasonal Accessories Team.
Randa is a global fashion company, based in New York City, and Hamer works in their Chicago offices.
Carly Hamer. Contributed photo
Information received from a company spokesperson states, “Since joining Randa in 2013 as a Designer, Carly has been a driving force behind the growth and success of our women’s accessories business. Through every step of her career, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional products vision, strong leadership, and an unwavering commitment to delivering results.
Most recently, as Senior Director, Carly expanded her responsibilities to include the Men’s and Private Brand businesses, taking on the additional scope with the same energy, passion, and excellence, she brings to everything she does. No matter the challenge, Carly never misses a beat. Her enthusiasm, positive attitude, and relentless drive inspire those around her and make her an invaluable leader and partner.
Carly’s ability to build strong relationships, lead high-performing teams, and drive business growth has been instrumental to our success and I couldn’t be more excited to see her step into this well-deserved role.”
After graduating from Geneseo High School in 2007, the Geneseo native’s love for fashion took root in the Windy City, where she graduated from Columbia College in 2011. From there she traveled to New York City, for an internship with designer Derek Lam.
After a year in New York, she began job hunting and landed a position at Randa Accessories in Chicago in January of 2013.
“I have had really great opportunities with Randa throughout these 14 years and I am grateful for the support and growth I have received, not only from my colleagues, but also from our customers and partners along the way. I am looking forward to my new position and continued growth with the company.”
When asked about the responsibilities in her new position, the young fashion-professional said, “My position involves overseeing teams from design through to production of the women’s belt and all gloves and cold weather categories that consist of teams here and overseas.
“We work to create a great product for the brands we own and our licensed partners, and travel domestically and globally making it come to life.”
