Program Coordinator
With over two decades of extensive business experience, Diane has forged a distinguished career collaborating with international companies in senior buying and management roles, along with successfully navigating the entrepreneurial landscape by establishing her own businesses, including an eCommerce store.
Armed with a Business Degree specialising in Marketing and HR, Diane embarked on her professional journey in the retail industry. Her early roles included positions as an assistant buyer and junior planner for Phase Eight (UK) and New Look (UK), followed by elevated roles as a Senior Buyer for CK Calvin Klein, Armani Exchange, and Spotlight. Subsequently, she assumed the role of Merchandise Planner for French Connection. These multifaceted experiences have endowed Diane with a profound understanding of various facets within the fashion industry, knowledge she is eager to impart to others.
Beyond her corporate endeavours, Diane is deeply committed to education and lectured for over 8 years in Fashion and Business. Holding a DIP VET in education and a Masters in Strategic Fashion Marketing from the London College of Fashion, Diane enriches her lectures by weaving in real-life stories to ensure classes remain both interesting and engaging for her audience
Email: dcurtis@collarts.edu.au