Twice a year, Aritzia holds what is called The GSM: General Sales/Staff Meeting (I'm not exactly sure if the S stands for Sales or Staff but either way, it acknowledges both). However do not be deceived by the name, because there really isn't anything general about it, and I really wouldn't classify it as a meeting either. The nighttime event consists of food & drinks, sick music (DJ's), people taking photos, meeting people from other stores, an awards/recognition portion (Miss Congeniality, Outstanding Store, Style Muse, etc.), and to top it all off: a live fashion show to sneak peek the upcoming seasons merchandise.
The Vancouver and Alberta stores attend together, while the Toronto locations stay in the east and theirs is held seperately. Working in District 2 (AB) has its perks because we get to be flown out for the event, having all expenses paid for; meaning the flights, transportation and hotel accomodations. Therefore it only makes sense for the company to only choose a select few (usually around 10 SA's and 2 MGR's) to send out. Work hard, and you will be rewarded! Usually managers alternate: meaning if you attend the Fall/Winter, you usually skip the Spring/Summer - but this year I was chosen to be given the opportunity to attend both. Introducing: The Aritzia GSM S/S 2009:
0 comments: