Beth Goldstein, executive director, industry analyst, accessories & footwear, has followed the fashion footwear and accessories industries for nearly 15 years. She advises clients on how to turn The NPD Group’s information into actionable insights. She contributes to their strategic planning, product development, and marketing processes, making her a valuable resource to manufacturers, retailers, and financial services companies. Beth shares her expert insights and analysis on NPD’s blog and with major media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, CNBC, Washington Post, and Footwear News. She also serves on Accessories Council’s Board of Directors.

Beth joined NPD in 2003 following her retail buying roles at Lord & Taylor and Saks Fifth Avenue. She holds an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business and a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University.

Beth lives in New York City with her husband and daughter.