A seasoned retail executive, Vickie Kunkle has overseen all facets of Hard Rock International’s global merchandise business since 1998. She spearheads all product development, buying, planning, logistics and visual merchandising within Hard Rock’s worldwide portfolio, which includes cafes, hotels, and casinos, as well as the company’s e-commerce site.

Driven by her passion for the retail business, she continually works toward expanding Hard Rock’s retail presence by creating innovative, collectible and rock ‘n’ roll inspired items with broad appeal, while exploring new global resources to achieve maximum profitability throughout the supply chain.

Prior to joining Hard Rock, Vickie was with Champs Sports Merchandising Division, a multi-unit retail company which sells branded and proprietary softlines, hardlines, and footwear products. While with the company for 12 years, she gained extensive experience in both product development and buying domestic and international goods.

Vickie holds a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising from The Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. When Vickie’s not working, you can find her hiking in the mountains of North Carolina or enjoying one of the beautiful beaches of Florida. She lives in Orlando with her husband, Bob, and children, Freddie and Corrine.