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Mark Henry Appoints New Director of Sales

MajorsDec 12, 2024

Mark Henry Appoints New Director of Sales

Carrie Forman joins the brand to guide it into the next phase of growth with major and independent retailers in the U.S. and abroad.

Carrie Forman
Mark Henry Jewelry’s new Director of Sales Carrie Forman previously served as a senior executive at Assael and led successful initiatives for Roberto Coin and Kwiat.
New York—Mark Henry Jewelry, a family-run brand based in New York, has appointed Carrie Forman as its new director of sales.

With Mark Henry, Forman will oversee the company’s sales strategy, fostering key partnerships and driving revenue growth as the brand continues to expand both domestically and internationally, said the company.

Forman joins the team with a wealth of expertise in sales leadership, product development, and brand training from her more than 20 years in the industry.

Most recently, Forman was the senior executive at pearl company Assael, which was just sold.

She also has led successful initiatives at Roberto Coin and Kwiat, where she served as regional sales manager and manager of wholesale, respectively.

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Mark Henry said it added Forman to its team to guide the company through its next phase of growth with major and independent retailers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Carrie to our team,” said Henry Medine, a member of the Medine family, which owns Mark Henry Jewelry.

“Her impressive track record in driving high-performance sales teams, combined with a deep understanding of the luxury sector, aligns perfectly with our vision for the future. Carrie will be a key driver in ensure that we continue to exceed the expectations of our discerning clientele, both through enhanced retail experiences and strategic business initiatives.”

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