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Culture moves fast.
We move Faster.
Launch
Scale
Pivot

What's Your Inflection Point?
Inflection points define legacies. AES helps founders and brands act decisively at the moments that matter most.

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Fractional & Full-Time C-Suite Support
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Business Strategy & Growth Planning
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Organizational Design & Team Development
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Budgeting, Forecasting & ERP Systems
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Change & Performance Management (incl. KPIs)
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Investor, Board & Risk/Compliance Oversight
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Crisis & Turnaround Management
Executive & Operational Leadership

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Brand Development & Identity
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Brand Ideology & Positioning
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Product & Market Differentiation
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Narrative & Messaging Strategy
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Visual Identity Development
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Market Readiness Consulting
Brand Development & Identity

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Apparel Design & Collection Development
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Creative Direction & Design Ideation
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Moodboards & Concept Creation
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Sourcing
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Production
Apparel Design & Collection Development
17%
Increase in wholesale growth
with key accounts up 40%
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D2C KPI increases 5-22%, and retention up 150%.

$4M
In opening orders with Costco’s bridal pop-up shop concept.
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Increased sales by 25% through media-driven exposure and partnerships.

22%
Increase in SKU productivity.
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46% increase in new user acquisition.

300%
Increase in digital transactions.
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22% revenue growth YOY,
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40% productivity increase with operational shifts.

Lasting Impact
Her versatility lends itself to a growing company where you need to wear several hats, but she also could reinvigorate a more established business through brand building, product and positioning. She works well with a diverse team and thrives in challenging situations.
Susan Kellogg
President of Contemporary Brands | VF

As president, Kirstie has an extraordinary vision for blending creativity with business strategy. Under her leadership, she helped us navigate challenges with resilience, and expanded our reach into the fashion industry, while strengthening our company culture. Her passion for design and dedication to innovation inspired our entire team. I miss her presence and know where ever she works will benefit from her experience and passion.
TONY GRAHAM
Co-Founder | RAAG/Raquel Allegra

I sincerely believe in her TOTAL skill set: she is creative, yet logical in her approach, and I would not hesitate to recommend her for any position or opportunity that requires a tenured professional with a strong work ethic and business acumen.
GARY SCHETTINO
EVP | Haute Look, Retired

Always keeping the consumer at the forefront, she leads with signature style and storytelling. No matter the deadline, retailer demand or event execution, Kirstie flawlessly delivers. She combines artistic excellence and precise professionalism better than anyone I know. It is a true honor to recommend Kirstie. As a collaborator and leader she absolutely shines, elevating everyone in her orbit.
Elizabeth Litten Miller
Brand Strategy, Creative Director | Disney

I have always found Kirstie a positive and capable person to work with. What I really like about her is her ability to think outside the box, and understand what the objectives are of the company she is working with. Kirstie is not only a dynamic person her attention to detail and her quality image is unsurpassed.
Dennis E Knapp
SVP | Costco

A collaborative leader, Kirstie fostered a corporate culture that inspired, empowered and energized its employees and partners alike. She led the team with vision and purpose, and offered that delicate balance of providing clear direction with the right amount of space to perform.
Robert Pitera
Sales and Marketing Leader, Head of Sales | TMS

Clarity At Every
Crossroad
Founded by a creative strategist with a legacy in fashion, product, and business reinvention, AES became the first call when:
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A new revenue stream needed to exist — fast.
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A brand was bleeding and needed a turnaround.
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A founder needed clarity and capacity.
What's Your Inflection Point?
We specialize in navigating turning points — launch, scale, or save
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