Harry Cunningham is Vice President, Global Visual Merchandising, New Store Openings, and Retail Procurement at ALO. In this role, Harry is responsible for developing and implementing creative and innovative brand experiences and 200+ sanctuaries and flagships, and overseeing all new store openings, worldwide.
Previously, Harry was VP / Retail Brand Experience at Vera Bradley. During his tenure, the company successfully launched new flagship stores in Disney Springs, Florida and the Soho district of New York City. Through a partnership with Google and Obsess VR, Harry developed the first shoppable virtual reality experience, expanding retail beyond its four walls.
Prior to joining Vera Bradley, Harry held the post of Senior Vice President of Store Planning, Design and Visual Merchandising at Saks Fifth Avenue. Harry previously held various visual merchandising roles of increasing responsibility with Liz Claiborne, Saks Department Store Group and Dillard's.
During his time at Saks, Harry oversaw the re-launch of the company's award-winning men's stores in Beverly Hills and Chicago and the complete reinvention of Saks’ full line store design. He also developed the luxury retailer's award-winning fashion windows and legendary holiday displays, and launched new designs for the company's signature designer and contemporary businesses, and 10022-SHOE. Harry also oversaw the development of the revolutionary store design and creative for Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH.
Harry is the recipient of numerous industry awards including Design: Retail magazine's prestigious Markopoulos Award. He has also recognized by the publication as a "Retail Design Luminary" and a "Retail Design Influencer". In December 2017, Harry received VMSD’s “Excellence in Store Design and Visual Merchandising” award. Harry is very involved in the industry, having spent the last 12 years as a member of the Fashion Education Foundation at LIM in New York. Previously, Harry spent 10+ years on the board of directors of PAVE (most recently as president) and was a member of the board of Shop!, the global non-profit trade association, dedicated to enhancing retail environments and experiences.
Harry is regularly invited to participate in speaking engagements and panel discussions worldwide, sharing his experiences and knowledge with students and industry professionals alike.
Work Experience
ALO, VP Global Visual Merchandising, NSO Vera Bradley, VP Retail Brand Experience
Saks Fifth Avenue, SVP Store Design, Planning + Visual
Liz Claiborne Inc., Director, Global Visual
Dillard's Inc., Regional Visual Manager
Contact
harrycunningham2@yahoo.com
212.203.3837