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I am Gala Kaleva, a fashion and textile executive with 18+ years of international experience spanning creative direction, sourcing, production, and digital transformation. I excel at turning complex challenges into actionable solutions with measurable impact on people, business, and sustainability. I have a strong background in service design, systems thinking, and digital ecosystems. I lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate end-to-end projects, and help clients create scalable strategies and sustainable business models.…I am Gala Kaleva, a fashion and textile executive with 18+ years of international experience spanning creative direction, sourcing, production, and digital transformation. I excel at turning complex challenges into actionable solutions with measurable impact on people, business, and sustainability. I have a strong background in service design, systems thinking, and digital ecosystems. I lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate end-to-end projects, and help clients create scalable strategies and sustainable business models.

GALA KALEVA

Creative Director, Designer, Brand Designer, +2

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I am Gala Kaleva, a fashion and textile executive with 18+ years of international experience spanning creative direction, sourcing, production, and digital transformation. I excel at turning complex challenges into actionable solutions with measurable impact on people, business, and sustainability. I have a strong background in service design, systems thinking, and digital ecosystems. I lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate end-to-end projects, and help clients create scalable strategies and sustainable business models.…I am Gala Kaleva, a fashion and textile executive with 18+ years of international experience spanning creative direction, sourcing, production, and digital transformation. I excel at turning complex challenges into actionable solutions with measurable impact on people, business, and sustainability. I have a strong background in service design, systems thinking, and digital ecosystems. I lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate end-to-end projects, and help clients create scalable strategies and sustainable business models.

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I am Gala Kaleva, a fashion and textile executive with 18+ years of international experience spanning creative direction, sourcing, production, and digital transformation. I excel at turning complex challenges into actionable solutions with measurable impact on people, business, and sustainability.

I have a strong background in service design, systems thinking, and digital ecosystems. I lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate end-to-end projects, and help clients create scalable strategies and sustainable business models.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Editorial Illustration

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Fluent

Bulgarian

Fluent

Russian

Beginner

Work Experience

Digital Transformation Projects – Applied Projects (Fashion & Beauty) at Independent Projects

January 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025

Digital Transformation in Fashion & Beauty — Applied Projects (2025). Developed solutions in e-commerce, AI in fashion, omnichannel growth, and customer journey optimization.

Independent Brand Manager – Marchè Collection at Marchè Collection

January 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025

Led creative direction, collection design, and sustainable production strategies. Managed digital channels, brand identity, and customer experience across B2C platforms. Developed circular approaches and limited-edition models with sustainable sourcing.

Independent Project Director – FashionLink.io (incl. Marchè Collection & Fassina) at FashionLink.io

January 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025

Directed independent projects combining B2B distribution, B2C e-commerce, and brand strategy. Designed and implemented digital platforms, online showrooms, and international expansion strategies. Coordinated full product lifecycle: concept, sourcing, production, packaging, and distribution. Applied strategic design methodologies to strengthen brand positioning and customer engagement.

Product Manager & Head of Purchasing at Kourossarda S.L.

December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Directed product development, sourcing, and purchasing for womenswear collections. Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and managed supplier negotiations. Oversaw international trade shows and expansion into new markets.

Senior Consultant at GK Fashion Consulting

January 1, 2019 - November 4, 2025

Provided strategic consulting to European brands and Asian manufacturers on product design, supply chain optimization, and market positioning. Applied service design and digital transformation tools for SMEs entering European markets. Delivered results in cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and sustainable compliance. Supported clients via international freelance platforms, helping startups and SMEs grow digitally and strategically.

Production & Product Development at Madeleine Factory S.L.

December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Managed full production cycles, vendor relations, and international expansion. Coordinated creative and commercial strategy, ensuring quality and profitability.