Fernanda Garcia

* Managing Toys, Home & Seasonal Decor categories, leading strategic planning and category growth initiatives. * Driving business expansion with a proven track record of exceeding revenue targets and securing multiple new licensing deals with key partners.

* Responsible for prospecting and producing new business opportunities around the globe, working closely with the Legal, Marketing, Design & Data Management teams to structure, pitch and negotiate partnerships. * Partner with senior management to identify key priorities and execute licensed partnership opportunities in the apparel & home decor categories. * Provide guidance to the Business Development team in order to grow the company's revenue and distribution channels, both domestically and internationally. * Oversee new partnership deal opportunities from prospecting to negotiation and post-deal management.

* Responsible for managing licensing agreements and contracts, including researching, prospecting, negotiating, and finalizing applications. * Communicate and escalate IP infringements, questions, and concerns to General Management or cross-functional teams as needed. * Prepare royalty reports, and organize/maintain company files (i.e. invoices, digital documents, and legal documentation) leading to effective decision-making on daily operations. * Experience negotiating and managing licensing partnerships in consumer product categories, for Apparel & Accessories. * Stay current on Intellectual Property regulations and Corporate law.

* Draft/redline, proofread, attach exhibits, manage and arrange for execution and distribution of various commercial contracts and agreements. * Responsible for processing sensitive global legal requests such as Trademark removal, DMCA takedowns, and Data erasure. * Provide legal assistance/advice in regards to our designs and products so we comply with the online platform’s policies. * Assist with general labor, IP, and corporate legal matters. * Prepare and proof letters and memoranda; create files, binders, and other office organization tools.

* Drafting and reviewing NDAs, agreements, and other legal documents. * Assisted with Trademark and Copyright registration for different types of businesses. * Managed appointments and calendar, and booked meetings with new and existing clients. * Organized and maintained online company files, invoices, and other digital and legal documentation.

* Provided administrative assistance by drafting correspondence, coordinating agreement approvals/execution, maintaining status reports, tracking documents, and performing general office tasks.

In 2015 I started my internship within the Judicial Power where I deepened my knowledge of the Criminal Law and Legal System, and enjoyed the fast-paced environment. * Researched and wrote memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence to prepare for litigation (i.e. depositions, interviews).