Jeannie Barsam

About Me:

I’m Jeannie, founder and CEO of Gifting Brands, an innovative eCommerce non-profit that turns surplus inventory from luxury and designer brands into powerful opportunities for charitable impact. With a mission to “Shop, Save, Change Lives,” I created Gifting Brands to offer shoppers a unique way to enjoy luxury products while supporting charities that empower women and children. Our marketplace, launched in 2020, stands at the intersection of philanthropy and environmental sustainability, with every purchase contributing to causes and reducing waste.

My background is rooted in retail, with over two decades in leadership roles at major companies like Signet Jewelers, The Michaels Companies, Charlotte Russe, and Gap Inc. I’ve held executive positions, leading merchandise planning, inventory management, and company-wide strategic initiatives that drove sustained growth and performance improvements. My experience spans from overseeing multi-billion-dollar merchandise operations to turning around company divisions and boosting profitability.

On a personal note, I’m a proud mom to two adult children, Krist Love and Steven Barsam, and Gigi to my two wonderful grandkids, Reagan and Wyatt. Family, purpose-driven work, and a commitment to creating positive change are at the core of who I am. With Gifting Brands, I’m able to merge my passion for retail and philanthropy to make a difference, one impactful purchase at a time.