Catherine Labelle Email & Phone Number

Texas, United States

Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, Us

In addition to my "thoughtful straight shooter" approach, I bring 25+ years in management, sales, and business and brand development. I worked in everything from boutique to global brands in fashion, real estate and interior design. When it comes to sales, I am most passionate about boosting sustainable success by tapping into authenticity and motivation. As a professional coach, I have experience working with all levels of emerging leaders and executives in both entrepreneurial and corporate environments. My specialties include self awareness, goal clarity, confidence, and performance. Let's put the FUN back in "high functioning"!

Deliver and implement transformational solutions to improve corporate synergy in one of Dallas’ leading interior design firms. Identify talent and business strategies to maximize growth and versatility in an industry experiencing dramatic shifts in clientele. Secured over $2.5M in client business during employment tenure.• Manage financial, operational and strategic direction of the company. • Design, develop and execute tactical changes to invigorate productivity, brand perception and industry agility.• Rebuild team structure to enhance efficacy and collaboration.• Develop and maintain successful client relationships, increasing revenue, satisfaction and retention.• Increase cash flow with improved billing and contract structure.• Quickly develop trusted relationship with team to seamlessly transition to solution oriented work environment.

Delivered $13M in real estate projects and sold $5.8M of real estate in the DFW market. Brokers included Dave Perry Miller Park Cities and Keller Williams Urban Dallas.• Ensured 10%+ ROI on projects by evaluating potential investments through monitoring inventory, running comparable reports and determining after repair value (ARV), repair estimate and investment cost.• Consistently brought in as the closer for others’ deals due to in-depth understanding of clients and nuanced negotiation skills.• Achieved 100% client satisfaction and retention as well as a 5-star rating.• Enhanced synergy between clients, attorneys, title companies and mortgage brokers, improving agents’ ability to connect buyers with on-target properties and execute transactions quickly.• Developed and monitored project timelines, budgets and materials to ensure quality and timely completion.• Selected contractors, instilling loyalty and ensuring progress toward project goals throughproven multi-step interview process, on-site reviews and progress reports.• Managed contractor agreements critical to success covering scope, accountability, payment and legal compliance. • Secured best pricing on services and materials by continually evaluating and renegotiating vendor contracts. • Ensured on-time payment and legal compliance by both clients and vendors through documentation and issue resolution.• GRI certified• Member of National Association of Realtors, Texas Association of Realtors and MetroTex Association of Realtors

Founded and grew Prima Studio into a $2M+ company focused on an untapped and profitable niche, providing a “chic boutique” alternative to large activewear brands. Assembled a powerful team to take four collection ideas from concept to the merchandise floor. Brand was featured in Lucky, Women’s Health and SHAPE.• Directed creative strategy and production for Prima’s collections, establishing brand identity and managing the development of the company’s website, social media presence and marketing campaigns. • Led all aspects of the business finances including payroll, invoicing and forecasting.• Ensured quality by carefully selecting domestic and international vendors, selecting only the best fabrics and construction and reviewing products with focus groups. Sourced all materials from Asia and the US.• Generated new business and customer loyalty through direct communication with clients.• Continually drove operations and production teams toward goals by setting strategic priorities and direction.• Managed entire design process from concept to production to sales, delivering a product that had exceptional sell-through and a 75% profit margin.

Bachelor'S Degree, Major: Psychology, Minor: Photography

High School Diploma