Professional Biography

Mika graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1998 with a B.S. in Merchandising, Apparel, and Textiles. She went on to work in the apparel industry in sourcing at The J. Peterman Company and then later at Express. She also worked as a buyer for Abercrombie and Fitch.

In 2003, she returned to the University of Kentucky to pursue her Masters degree in Merchandising, Apparel, and Textiles with a focus on sourcing and manufacturing. After completing her M.S., Mika moved to Europe for several years where she lived in Germany and England.

Education

  • M.S., Merchandising, Apparel, and Textiles, University of Kentucky, 2005
  • B.S., Merchandising, Apparel, and Textiles, University of Kentucky, 1998

Associated Departments

Retailing and Tourism Management