Forte International

With over three decades of experience in strategic sales, leadership, management, and business development, I have established myself as an expert in the architectural and interior design industry. My skills encompass a wide array of areas including strategic leadership, professional mentoring, executive coaching, strategic planning, customer relationship management, business development. During my tenure as VP of Sales for the West Coast region at Muraflex, a leading architectural walls manufacturer, I provided strategic direction and progressive leadership, building infrastructure across 13 western states. As an independent consultant, I leveraged my expertise in strategic sales to develop and manage consultative sales processes, including distribution building and the execution of initiatives and strategies to drive growth. Prior to this, as an Interiors Consultant and Principal at Venezianna, Inc., I specialized in luxury clients and brands, aligning with firms to exceed revenue goals. My experience extends to roles such as Senior Sales Executive at OM Workspace Interiors, focusing on A&D and business development. My entrepreneurial journey began as the Principal/CEO of Space Concepts Interiors, a contract interiors firm serving commercial and custom residential clients. Here, I cultivated high-profile accounts and designed specialized systems to drive marketing efforts and close sales. As a Founding Partner at Veneziana - Furniture Manufacturer, I played a pivotal role in product design, securing substantial contracts and expanding product offerings to meet evolving market demands. Throughout my career, I've demonstrated a strategic approach to business development, creative problem-solving, and a passion for inspiring teams to achieve exceptional results. My expertise spans various industries, from luxury interiors to contract manufacturing, and I thrive on delivering innovative strategies that drive growth and exceed expectations.With over three decades