OUR TEAM
Meet the core team driving FNAD’s mission—from brand acceleration to strategic consulting and ecosystem development.
Internal team
Meet the core team driving FNAD’s mission—from brand acceleration to strategic consulting and ecosystem development.
Leadership & strategy
Operational and Support
MARK BOLOTEN
FOUNDER - Head of Strategic Partnerships
MARK BOLOTEN
FOUNDER - Head of Strategic Partnerships
Mark is an influential and entrepreneurial professional, with proven business acumen demonstrated through a lifetime career in the clothing industry. Over the course of his career, he has been recognized as a forward-thinking and integrity-rooted leader, committed to building high-value and loyal relationships Goross major brands and luxury > retailers. Spanning 30 plus years in wholesale, Mark has mainly been at the helm of his own showroom launching a diverse portfolio of brands into the North American market. At his core, he is a risk-minded strategist and continuous learner, committed to persevering and thriving while staying ahead of the curve as a sales leader, business owner and team builder.
Howie Kastner
PresIdent
Howie Kastner
PresIdent
40+ years in fashion industry. Strategic Leader. Various executive roles with global brands. Experience in wholesale, retail, ecommerce, licensing.
Operational & support
Bibi Phung
Client onboarding & process management, AI
Bibi Phung
Client onboarding & process management, AI
Bibi is the Operations Manager at FNAD, where she currently oversees client onboarding and strategic partnerships. With over a decade of experience in project delivery and operational development, she leads strategic improvements to internal systems and workflows. She focuses on leveraging automation and AI tools to streamline processes and enable teams to work more efficiently.
SILVIA CONEDERA
Mentor programs Government & trade partnerships – business development
SILVIA CONEDERA
Mentor programs Government & trade partnerships – business development
Tetiana Hrybova
CRM & infrastructure and support
Tetiana Hrybova
CRM & infrastructure and support
Tetiana is the Sales Enablement Manager at FNAD, where she supports the Sales and Brand Placement teams by streamlining workflows, developing enablement tools, and managing CRM systems. She leads initiatives to improve lead generation through targeted campaigns and collaborates cross-functionally with all departments. Tetiana plays a key role in optimizing operations to drive growth and efficiency.
PELİN ŞENOĞLU
Graphic & Marketing
PELİN ŞENOĞLU
Graphic & Marketing
Pelin is the Graphic Designer at FNAD, where she leads the development of visual assets across brand, marketing, and digital touchpoints. With a background in photography and visual communication, and years of agency experience in Istanbul and Ankara, she brings a sharp eye for brand identity and detail. She is passionate about creating cohesive, strategic design that elevates both storytelling and impact.
MELİS ERDOĞAN
Mentor wholesale; product, marketing and pricing
MELİS ERDOĞAN
Mentor wholesale; product, marketing and pricing
I support brands in navigating the global landscape through strategic pricing, social media optimization, and branding. At FN-AD, I collaborate with teams and clients to develop market-ready strategies that align with each brand’s identity and commercial goals. With a focus on global pricing and digital visibility, I help position products effectively across diverse markets, ensuring both cultural relevance and competitive edge. My work bridges creative direction with operational strategy to accelerate international growth.
Jimena Bonomo
development specIalIst Europe , USA
Jimena Bonomo
development specIalIst Europe , USA
An entrepreneurial leader and MBA with over a decade of experience in the fashion industry, specializing in international expansion and growth strategies. As the founder of Jibona, a sustainable swimwear brand, she brings a solid background in fashion retail and wholesale. Her expertise encompasses global market entry, business development, sales, and strategic planning, further enhanced by her consulting experience advising companies on internationalization and market adaptation. With a results-oriented approach, she has established a strong presence in the U.S. and Latin America through fashion trade shows, commercial missions, and B2B marketplaces, excelling in developing impactful strategies and fostering high-value partnerships.
Ana Cardona
Development, ExpansIon Partner South AmerIca
Ana Cardona
Development, ExpansIon Partner South AmerIca
finance partners
Our finance is organized through a trusted network of part-time finance and accounting specialists. this setup gives us flexibility, senior expertise, and continuity across markets.
the team supports FNAD with
– Invoicing and fee structures
– Financial reporting and cashflow oversight
– Compliance across international territories
Our finance partners work closely with our core team and follow clear processes, fixed controls, and consistent reporting.
This allows us to stay focused on growth, while keeping the foundation solid and transparent.
IT
Jozsef
IT
Jozsef
IT
Council & development partners
Collaborating for funding, placement, and political alignment:
Brand placements &
EU presence
Agency intros & placement delivery
SME & post-Brexit
brand strategy
Pipeline development and event alignment
Pipeline development and event alignment
Pipeline development and event alignment
Strategic partners
360 experts and anchors
ANTON DELL
advisor , coach
ANTON DELL
advisor , coach
Fashion has been the thread running through my life for over 50 years—woven from retail and manufacturing into agency and consultancy. In 1994, I launched The Anton Dell Fashion Consultancy to connect fashion brands with the agents worldwide, carving out a unique niche in the industry. I built the largest global database of fashion professionals, with more than 100,000 contacts, and worked with leading names across all sectors.
In 2022, the consultancy merged forces with Canada’s Fashionnet, becoming FashionNetAntonDell and embracing new dimensions—mentoring, education, and deeper brand support.
In 2024–25, I developed global partnerships with major fashion councils and fairs—from Colombia to Copenhagen, Shanghai to Sydney—expanding opportunities for brands across continents.
Fashion isn’t just work. It’s part of my DNA.
Ricky Green
North America/ buying, platform and license specialist
Ricky Green
North America/ buying, platform and license specialist
Ricky Green is the Chief Commercial Officer at Sealskinz, a British heritage brand known for its high-performance waterproof accessories designed for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 29 years of experience in global retail, brand licensing, and business development, Ricky previously helped steer Ted Baker's international expansion across 53 countries, contributing to over £800 million in global retail sales.
Known for his honest, empathetic leadership and commercial creativity, Ricky has built and led high-performing global teams, always prioritizing collaboration and celebrating others’ success.
In addition to his executive role, Ricky is an active investor and advisor across fashion, retail, and entertainment. He supports several innovative and culturally resonant businesses, including:
· Away That Day, a sustainable, luxury swimwear brand.
· Sign of The Times, a premium reseller of pre-loved designer fashion.
· Magic Light Pictures, creators of award-winning family films like The Gruffalo.
· Oliver Sweeney, the iconic British menswear and footwear label.
· Gecko Labs, an AI-powered student engagement platform serving higher education institutions in the UK and internationally.
Through these partnerships, Ricky brings strategic insight, a keen eye for storytelling, and decades of industry expertise to help brands thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Oliver Feske
DACH market anchor 360 support
Oliver Feske
DACH market anchor 360 support
With 30+ years of experience in building and expanding brands, Oliver is a well-known face in the industry.
He has also been involved with brand sustainability for over 15+ years. He pioneered the introduction of sustainable brands in Germany.
For 20 years, Oliver was managing director and founder of P4 Marketing in Düsseldorf, which was long one of the top ten agencies for fashion and lifestyle goods in Germany.
His marketplace expertise is based on his work as one of the founders of P4M.
Oliver holds a degree in business administration and studied economics at the University of Duisburg-Essen, specializing in marketing and retail.
Theresa Wilson
expansion specialist & support
Theresa Wilson
expansion specialist & support
Theresa has a strong background in wholesale and distribution. She previously interned at the Gucci Flagship in Toronto, gaining experience in the luxury retail and later at the Michael Kors head office. She embraced a career in wholesale, representing several brands such as SAM. NYC Managing department store and independent accounts. She is presently based in Geneva, where her focus is to develop promising brands on a global scale.
Chris Lapperre
Europe business development, and tech specialist
Chris Lapperre
Europe business development, and tech specialist
Dario Neri
Middle East business developer
Dario Neri
Middle East business developer
J2 selling group
showroom concierge services
J2 selling group
showroom concierge services
Liza Armali
The Retail strategist
Liza Armali
The Retail strategist
Brendon T Gerisch
Strategic Partner
Brendon T Gerisch
Strategic Partner
With 25+ years of experience driving growth, scaling global fashion brands, and leading omni-channel commerce strategies in the US and abroad, Brendon brings deep expertise in brand and retail partnerships, go-to-market execution, and brand building. His career has always been about crafting the customer journey and fostering the sense of discovery for brands. This is where he will bring great value to our customers at FNAD as they seek to develop customer communities across the globe.
Harold Prophitius
Strategic Partner
Harold Prophitius
Strategic Partner
With over 25 years of experience in the jeans and fashion industry, Harold Prophitius brings strong market knowledge and a trusted global denim network. As a sales-driven, product-minded brand builder, he combines creativity, passion, and loyalty with strategic expertise.
Together with industry specialists and certified denim suppliers, Harold creates synergy within companies, guiding teams and elevating denim development to the highest level.
Geographical commercial operators
Market facilitators and rollout partners:
India expansion platform based
Logistics & DTC operations Middle East
Strategic co-development LATAM
Market placement & scaling Middle East
USA and LATAM expansion 360
North American logistics
International Brands in America (iBiA)
International Brands in America (iBiA)
International Brands in America (iBiA)
FNAD partners with International Brands in America (iBiA) to support brands that are ready to execute in the U.S. market.
FNAD focuses on brand readiness, positioning, and selecting the right moment and setup for U.S. entry. Once a brand is aligned and prepared, iBiA leads the on-the-ground execution in the United States, activating sales, building distribution, and guiding market entry with a hands-on approach.
This partnership is built for brands that need clarity, execution, and local expertise. It combines FNAD’s strategic preparation with iBiA’s U.S. sales and market knowledge, ensuring a focused and realistic approach to growth in North America.
Together, FNAD and iBiA offer a clear path from preparation to execution in the U.S. market.