Ito Kish

Created an in-house home brand called Curated Home and oversaw its bi-annual collection's overall product mix and marketing direction. I advised on creative requirements in marketing, merchandising, visual merchandising, and store design.

• Designed tailored training programs for executive leadership teams to enhance their skills in areas such as communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

Served as the Chief Visual Storyteller of my own company since 2000. It began in a modest design store in Makati and has since evolved over 25 years. Today, I T O K I S H is a well-respected brand in the interior design industry, known among those in the field. 2004, the company launched its design consultancy service, attracting notable clients such as Globe Telecom, Manila Polo Club, Amanpulo, Ayala Land, Rustans, and Anvaya. The following year, Wallpaper magazine recognized its branding in a feature on Manila's design scene. In 2012, the company won accolades at Manila FAME, earning Best Booth Design and Best Product Design for Furniture awards. I introduced my furniture line in 2012, which met with immediate success. Gregoria Lounge won Best Product Design for Furniture at Manila FAME in March 2012. At the March 2013 edition of the same event, The Basilica Collection received the NextOneNow Best Transitional Furniture Award from the Philippine Chamber of Furniture Industry. The Gwangju Design Biennale in South Korea also featured the Gregoria Chair as part of its Icons of Asia exhibit. Earned a silver Best Product Design for Furniture award at the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition in Italy in 2013. Curated two Manila FAME events in 2014 and 2016 and curated the Dubai show in 2017.

• Leads the visual merchandising, advertising, and promotions departments at Matahari Department Store in Indonesia. Oversees all creative direction for the stores. Has successfully opened over 20 full department stores across Indonesia while developing marketing plans to enhance public awareness. Collaborates with a team of more than 250 staff members from various regions of Indonesia.
• Implemented cost-saving measures through effective budget management, reducing overhead expenses and increasing profitability.
• Directed marketing campaigns that effectively communicated brand value propositions, driving increased consumer interest in products/services offered by the company.

Leads the creative vision for the Mall's seasonal celebrations and various events, ensuring a memorable experience. Expertly coordinates all productions and installations to bring this vision to life.

Over-all responsibility of creative direction for retail handling several department store branches in the Philippines. Works with a team creatives and production staff.