Mr. Kirkor Balci

Council Member Biography

Kirkor Balci is currently working as an independent global consultant in the area of general apparel management and market development. Previously, Kirkor was the Vice-President of Corporate Sourcing and Group Manufacturing at Liz Claiborne, from 1996-2005. Liz Claiborne is an apparel and accessory retailer for women, including brands such as Ellen Tracy, Laundry, Liz Claiborne, Crazy Horse, and Dana Buchman . Mr. Balci has more than 30 years of experience in the retail industry and has expertise in global sourcing and supply chain management. Previously, he has served as the Vice-President, the Group Manufacturing Director for Special Markets Division, and the Group Manufacturing Director of the Accessories Division for Liz Claiborne. (This is me - Update Profile)

Employment History

2005 - Unspecified

Consultant, Self Employed

1996 - 2005

V.P. Global Sourcing & Group Manufacturing, LIZ CLAIBORNE, INC.

1995 - 1996

V.P. Global Sourcing and Product Development, THE GITANO GROUP INC

1988 - 1994

V.P. Product Development and Sales, PROMINENT (EUROPE) LTD

1983 - 1987

Director of Manufacturing & Operations, IZOD / LACOSTE LTD.(Crystal Brands)

1980 - 1983

Director of Manufacturing Services, Munsingwear Inc

1971 - 1980

Executive VP, Operations, KOM A.S.