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Place Showroom

Place has a corporate structure and cute brands which is why this company seems like a decent place to work for anyone in the Fashion industry. Looking back is when I truly see how corrupt this company is and how much of a front they put on to get people to work there. The workplace culture is toxic and uninviting. For example, multiple times employees made fun of interns that were there just to learn. 

With Place having over 30 brands (showrooms normally have around 5-15) the work was endless. You could stay there till 9 (and sometimes they do) and you would still have a long to-do list in the morning. In my time at Place getting there early and leaving late was expected so you can’t plan on any after work activities. The work load is too much for the employees which leads to everyone being stressed and unhappy. I consistently felt as if I was trying so hard for a company that never gave back. 

On a positive note, there are employees in there really trying to make it a better and healthier work environment, they work on a different floor than the rest of the team which somehow creates a divide among the employees. Those employees are making an effort to make the company better and it shows.  

During my time at Place I learned how to stand up for myself due to the constant battles everyday of someone pointing the blame. I learned how problem solve due to the endless issues with every task I did. Most of all I learned that I deserved to be treated better as an employee.

Before considering working at place showroom, just know that everyone in the industry will judge you for saying you work/worked at Place Showroom. It does not have a positive reputation within the industry. That said, you do learn a lottt about new softwares/processes which is useful. Part of me wants to say it’s ok to work there for a 6 month stint to treat it as a boot camp. Aside from this though, it’s hard to call out positives. The company culture is extremely toxic. Not the place to work if you don’t like being micro-managed or if you want work/life balance. The brands aren’t super top tier…in the fashion climate of today, I would have wanted to see more innovative and sustainable brands but place continues to partner with low quality fast fashion brands. It’s very hard to make friends there or even be civil with coworkers there as the company has a very “every man for himself” mentality. I didn’t feel that working as a team was encouraged. Expect your pay to be extremely low and any raises to be a slap in the face. When I worked there commission was restructured and I know many people left because they found it unfair. Minimal perks and benefits. 

In my years in the fashion industry, Place Showroom is the worst company I have ever worked for. The pay is awful, the benefits are non-existent, and you are treated like a misbehaved child every single day. Management requires to know what you are doing every minute of the day; that includes texting multiple people if you are running more than 3 minutes late in the morning. Don't even bother trying to leave a minute before 6 unless you want to be belittled and constantly told you're not working hard enough. Don't expect to have a life outside of work -- they force you to go on the road every month under the worst conditions. You'll spend the weeks leading up to these trips fighting with your coworkers for samples, and trying to find suitcases that haven't been ripped to shreds or have at least 1 working wheel. 95% of this company is miserable and they couldn't care less. If you voice your concerns, you're told that things will get better and that you just have to be patient. I can honestly say that I wouldn't wish this company on my worst enemy. Do yourself a favor and don't step foot in this office.

I have worked at Place Showroom for over two years in the Operations Department.  In my years here the company has doubled in size and has improved for the better.  Training is a big part of the Place day to day as things change quickly.  I can always reach out to my supervisor if I need help or additional training on something.  Reviews happen in a timely manner and performance feedback has always been fair and balanced.  The company’s benefits cover me and my family, including life insurance and FSA.  Expense reimbursements happen fast and the company is generous in what they offer as reimbursable expenses (workout classes when traveling for work, my monthly metro pass).  There is good camaraderie in the office and I like the people I work with. 
 
The only things I would say could be improved would be the communication, sometimes it’s hard to stay on the same page with the different showrooms in different time zones.  There are lots of company meetings to help make sure nothing is missed.

After nearly 11 years at Place Showroom, I can look back and say absolutely nothing but positive things about the employees, brands and opportunities. I have never been more challenged and pushed and  learned so much about sales and thinking outside the box to find success. Place might not be for everyone, but for me, I was presented a chance to work with an incredible brand matrix, make relationships with buyers and designers globally, travel internationally and work with multiple categories and price points, which all supported my learning curve. If you want to have career growth and network and are quick and willing to work hard, Place is a great company to be part of.  If you have a tough time multi-tasking and not looking for a challenge, it probably is not the right company. While there is turnover, there also is a very strong tenure across senior employees that have been there well over 5 years, who are lovely people. 

I have worked for multi-line showrooms spanning 20 years of my career and I can say that Place Showroom is unequivocally the largest, most successful, and impressive of them all. While the demand is high and the pace fast, you are expected to bring your A game. If you want to work with the best and most talented team in the industry, learn from the most experienced and business-minded individuals, welcome challenge and hold yourself to a high standard of service and performance, this is the perfect place for you. I worked with Place as a Senior Account Manager for almost seven years, and had it not been for family reasons, I would have stayed. The knowledge, expertise, and exposure you receive is unparalleled and I was inspired by the leaders of the organization daily. Place works with all major accounts and department stores, chains, and specialty boutiques on a global scale.

A typical day at Place Showroom is fast‑paced, collaborative, and inspiring. I learned a lot about brand presentation, client relationships, and the fashion market.

The Management is supportive and clear with expectations, and the overall workplace culture is energetic, team‑oriented, and creative. The hardest part of the job is keeping up with the quick turnaround during busy seasons, but the most enjoyable part is working closely with amazing brands and a team that truly loves what they do. Highly recommend to anyone looking to join a collaborative, energetic and happy team!

I came to Place just over 5 years ago (rather late in my career) as I was ready for a change and a new challenge.  I can honestly say that I have learned and grown more in these past 5 years than all my previous working years combined.  While Place sets the bar high, they provide the tools, guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.  I’m inspired daily by the drive and business acumen of my colleagues.  Place has given me the opportunity to work with so many amazing brands and retailers I wouldn’t have otherwise had.  The environment is challenging but rewarding and I feel lucky to be part of a company that continues to foster my professional growth. 

I interned this past summer at Place Showroom and it was not the best. If you can get a better internship, go for the other one. You're on your feet ALL DAY. It is exhausting. You're basically working retail (hanging clothes up, steaming clothes, putting tags on) but not getting paid. I got a little bit of insight into how the wholesale industry works but did not learn much. Management is not that nice. The full time employees are not that nice. The clothes are beautiful! Only people that were nice were my fellow interns. They'll say "we won't make you get coffee for us" but they'll have you do other things that are just as bad. My feet killed me every day. I would not recommend unless you cannot find a better internship.

Place Showroom's portfolio includes trendy emerging brands which allows for an exciting and fun work environment. The team is built of strong hard working women and exceptions are set high yet extremely rewarding. The company culture is the best part and everyone is very encouraging and friendly. They love to promote from within and are dedicated to their employees individual success and growth. I have been at the company for a few years and leaving has been very bittersweet. I am grateful and honored to be apart of this incredible company. If you get the opportunity to work at Place Showroom do not pass up this opportunity. 

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