Yelena Mogelefsky is a seasoned fashion industry executive with over 20 years of experience in product development, global sourcing, and supply chain strategy. After earning a B.S. in International Trade and Marketing from the Fashion Institute of Technology, she began her career in children’s apparel, building expertise in product creation and production.
Her leadership journey includes roles at Li & Fung and Hanes Brand Inc., before becoming Director of Product Development and Sourcing at Foot Locker. There, she managed sourcing across categories including footwear, belts, cold weather accessories, and apparel, showcasing her cross-category expertise.
Currently, Yelena is Senior Vice President of Sourcing and Production at Komar’s Intimates Division. She oversees teams across New York, Hong Kong, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, guiding end-to-end sourcing for sleepwear, intimates, kids’ products, and activewear. She plays a key role in advancing Komar’s growth, efficiency, and resilience in an evolving global marketplace. Her portfolio now includes sustainability and traceability initiatives, supporting ESG goals and building transparent supply chains.
Beyond her executive role, Yelena contributes to the broader fashion community as an adjunct professor in FIT’s International Trade and Marketing department, sharing real-world insights with students. She also serves on advisory boards and is a frequent speaker on sourcing innovation, supply chain ethics, and female leadership in fashion.
She travels extensively across Asia and Latin America, including China, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Pakistan, and Peru. A proud mother of two, she balances family with passions for pickleball, music, and mentoring. In every role, Yelena embodies a values-driven approach aligned with Komar’s core principles of collaboration, innovation, people, and integrity.
