I am Patrizia Doni, a strategic marketing leader with 15+ years driving luxury brand growth for globally recognized houses like La Prairie, Swarovski, and IWC Schaffhausen. I translate design vision into compelling narratives that resonate with discerning audiences and deliver measurable business results. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution across brand positioning, 360° content creation, PR and media relations, client development, and cross-functional leadership. My work spans product launches, gifting programs, and high-end events that consistently drive growth and ROI.

Patrizia Doni

I am Patrizia Doni, a strategic marketing leader with 15+ years driving luxury brand growth for globally recognized houses like La Prairie, Swarovski, and IWC Schaffhausen. I translate design vision into compelling narratives that resonate with discerning audiences and deliver measurable business results. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution across brand positioning, 360° content creation, PR and media relations, client development, and cross-functional leadership. My work spans product launches, gifting programs, and high-end events that consistently drive growth and ROI.

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I am Patrizia Doni, a strategic marketing leader with 15+ years driving luxury brand growth for globally recognized houses like La Prairie, Swarovski, and IWC Schaffhausen. I translate design vision into compelling narratives that resonate with discerning audiences and deliver measurable business results.

I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution across brand positioning, 360° content creation, PR and media relations, client development, and cross-functional leadership. My work spans product launches, gifting programs, and high-end events that consistently drive growth and ROI.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Global Group Brand Manager at La Prairie
November 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Led global marketing strategy and 360° multichannel campaigns across digital, print, and experiential platforms — including PR, social media, E-CRM, events, and in-store activations. Developed brand narrative and visual identity for new product launches, driving consistency across touchpoints. Managed €700K+ annual marketing budget and Share of Business of €72M with 11% SOB and over 85% gross margin. Drove gifting category SOB from 4% (2023) to 11% (2025) through campaigns and storytelling. Established and led internal Trade Marketing division, aligning agencies, local brand directors, and sales teams.
Head of Trade Marketing at IWC Schaffhausen
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Orchestrated brand visibility and market expansion through roadshows, pop-ups, exhibitions, and digital activations. Developed and executed integrated PR, media, and partnership outreach, increasing earned media in top-tier POS. Managed end-to-end event strategy for Watches & Wonders and international exhibitions, worldwide, consistently delivering 10%+ ROI per event. Controlled and optimized 7.5M CHF marketing budget and led a 15-person cross-functional team.
Department Manager Trade Marketing at IWC Schaffhausen
April 1, 2017 - March 1, 2021
Oversaw global trade fairs, exhibitions, and visual merchandising strategy; drove international project implementation and localization. Built strategic partnerships with suppliers, luxury brands, and key industry collaborators.
Department Manager Visual Merchandising at IWC Schaffhausen
January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Defined and delivered global marketing and launch calendar with product marketing, architecture, and creative teams. Achieved Visual Merchandising execution excellence, improving standards from 82% to 98% globally in 1 year. Led a team of 5 and managed global guidelines, communications, and in-store activation rollouts.
Visual Merchandising Manager at Swarovski & Co.
November 1, 2011 - November 1, 2014
Led regional and global VM strategy and rollouts across all points of sale globally. Managed creative collaboration with architecture and design partners. Developed Virtual Store – a VM guideline software and global rollout.
International Merchandising Manager at La Prairie
June 1, 2008 - October 1, 2011
Managed international merchandising, product launches and campaign execution for all points of sale. Collateral development and all product-related marketing materials. Events organization.
Visual Merchandising Manager at D.Swarovski & Co.
November 1, 2011 - November 1, 2014
Led regional and global VM strategy and rollouts across all points of sale; managed creative collaboration with architecture and design partners; developed Virtual Store – a VM guideline software and global rollout.

Education

Ph. D. Business Administration at LIUC - Università Cattaneo
March 1, 2007 - December 16, 2025
Ph.D. at LIUC - Università Cattaneo
March 1, 2007 - December 17, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality