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Canada

Vancouver, BC, CA

• FY23 net revenue $9.6 billion, projected FY24 revenue $10.7 billion, representing growth of 11%
• Lead centralized business operations & engagement capability for the office of the President of the Americas and Global Guest Innovation organization, focusing on business operations, coordination of AGGI Enterprise.
• Responsible for creating and establishing systems and processes that enable efficient, streamlined and focused operations of the AGGI leadership team.
• Responsible for the long-term and short-term strategy coordination, planning, execution and governance of the AGGI Engagement portfolio to design process and framework, creating efficiency in the operating model to.

Vancouver, BC, CA

• $8.1B ttl rev in FY22, delivering adjusted EPS of $10.07.
• Develop and implement scalable training and delivery infrastructure for leadership and functional training programs to recruit, hire, train and retain employees.
• Develop strategy and structure to instill and maintain a values-based culture of integrity and entrepreneurship, promoting growth through loyalty, momentum, and mindfulness in all areas of the business globally.
• Responsible for understanding the design of end-to-end process and coordinating global business stakeholders throughout projects to understand needs, drive decision making and ensure clarity of responsibilities in.
• Consult and facilitate leadership and functional training program for the Executive bench; assess training needs and develop training content, determining the best delivery formats and measuring outcomes.

Vancouver, BC, CA

• 23% net revenue growth with a combined sales comp of 17% and projected sales of $3.91B in FY19
• Oversee delivery training requests and program development as correlated with learning objectives & outcomes guided by internal audits, guest insights and market analytics
• Consult, design and deliver personal & leadership development curriculum and delivery strategy for complex customer facing initiatives
• Make strategic recommendations with regard to scaling current programming for guest consumption, ensuring relevance of programming for an external audience and guest
• As an advanced facilitator, deliver core programs internally and externally on a variety of different platforms as needed

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Conduct, manage and audit facilitation of customer facing training and leadership development programming as consistent with lululemon core values, principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and overall brand.
• Consult with Operations and People Business leaders to deliver leadership and retail training programs that drive business objectives and strengthen the lululemon culture
• Lead a team of program and training managers as well as work cross-functionally to assess training needs & develop training content, determining the best delivery formats, coordinating facilitation efforts and.
• Utilize operational metrics, reporting and other data to conduct needs assessments, recommend, and deliver appropriate training as needed. Spearhead and facilitate workshops for company headquarters on the following.
• On-boarding
• Leadership Development

Vancouver, BC, CA

• In partnership with stores and Store Support Center leaders, oversee work on new initiatives that elevate and support growth strategy for the organization.
• Lead large cross-functional team
• Develop scoping documents, project plans and key success metrics
• Represent stores in solution design and testing and provide subject matter expertise as the “store voice” with cross-functional departments
• Develop content, communication and implementation strategy
• Develop strategy for folding initiatives into day-to-day operations and content management

Vancouver, BC, CA

• Oversaw all aspects of store performance, managing, developing and growing a multi-store business while ensuring that operating principles were followed and that each store has exceptional guest experience through.
• Create an annual regional vision and strategy, quarterly sales plans and monitor and respond to dashboard metrics
• Manage, coach and develop store managers and facilitate ongoing trainingfocused on building capabilities
• Manage the store leadership pipeline to ensure that succession plans were in place for each role and proactively recruit leaders for new stores
• Managed real estate portfolio, focusing on investment in existing stores and future store pipeline strategy
• Responsible for ensuring that each store's inventory is managed effectively. Ensuring that the right product was in the right place at the right time through a strong visual merchandising, markdown and consolidation.

New York, NY, US

Lead Core Groups at Chief with the objective of driving powerful personal transformation through a group-based experience to unpack challenges, foster deep connections, and accelerate members’ leadership capacity. Provide a confidential and supportive space for senior executives (VP, SVP, + C-Suite) to brainstorm, problem-solve, strategize, and recharge in.

Denver, CO, US

• Oversaw the studio operations and strategic direction of all Colorado and Texas studios. Directly responsible for yoga revenue, programming revenue and retail revenue within fourteen studios regionally.
• Derive and manage to a budget that optimizes profitability.
• Lead and develop a strong team through hiring, training, and supervision to cultivate a high level of job effectiveness, efficiency and satisfaction throughout the organization.
• Analyze historical sales, trends, competitive information, and customer preferences. Incorporate information into strategic planning.
• Support the activities of sales and customer retention in order to increase attendance, programming enrollment and revenue regionally.
• Build strong successful working relationships with regional management, studio management and other operational personnel to ensure the most impactful and successful initiatives are deployed. Provide coaching and.

Denver, CO, US

• Responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals and maximizing profitability for the Retail Line of Business at CorePower Yoga, LLC. Direct the operations of a geographically diverse, multi-unit sales operation as.
• Formulate and execute highly effective purchasing, allocation and assortment plans to achieve desired gross margin, sell-through, inventory turn targets and financial goals.
• Effectively manage open-to-buy
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key vendors, suppliers, affiliates, and professional organizations; consistently revisiting opportunities to improve purchasing processes to reduce costs and increase margin..
• Develop and execute strategies, policies, plans, and partnerships to drive retail sales and profitability throughout CorePower Yoga. Directly responsible for growth and profitability of the retail line of business.
• Establish the studio retail layout look and feel. Collaborate with architect and design team to create appropriate retail space for new studios.

Denver, CO, US

• Executed processes to track the flow and resulting balance of retail products at CorePower Yoga studios and inventory hubs nationwide.
• Ensured that the perpetual inventory systems were complete and accurate, providing relevant data to retail management.
• Analyzed selling in each CorePower Yoga market in order to make purchasing decisions for accessories, active and lifestyle wear nationwide. Consulted with regional managers on buying into a plan, analyzing what is.
• Oversaw migration from paper to electronic purchase order system in 2010.
• Acted as interface for issues and effectiveness of retail functions using CorePower Yoga operating systems (MindBody Online).
• Generated and managed open to buy and open orders documents.

Denver, CO, US

• Oversaw sales in ten yoga studios regionally in Colorado, as well as two studios in Oregon. Assumed responsibility for revenue, profitability, marketing, and vendor analysis for all stores.
• Analyzed trends in the industry to increase sales and by critically looking at profitability as well as business costs.
• Managed a team of eight, directing the staff in customer service as well as sales best practices.
• Worked collaboratively with the marketing team to create effective in-studio awareness for brands and special events to further increase revenue in order to meet quarterly and annual targets.
• Held and oversaw inventory counts.
• Created the first draft of the CorePower Yoga Retail Training Manual.

Denver, CO, US

• Instructed elementary students of varying abilities in a classroom setting.
• Worked in a team in conjunction with reading specialists, second language specialists, and alternative supports to uphold standards of the Colorado Department of Education.
• Creatively taught and assessed students in accordance with a rigorous academic curriculum.
• Attended district meetings and communicated on behalf of school community as a liaison with the district with regards to the Denver Public Schools math and science curriculum and best practices.
• Selected as an Emerging Teacher Leader in November of 2005.

US

• Worked collaboratively within a team to sell, plan and coordinate onsite and offsite events and marketing promotions. Planned and oversaw the successful completion of banquets and large reservations, working with.
• Analyzed and tracked sales using point of sale data and profit and loss statements, taking into account pricing, guest visits and comparable annual and quarterly growth in order to maximize revenue.
• Hired and trained staff in product and customer service expectations, and ensured awareness of continuing and changing products, services and developments within the corporation.
• Met with liquor and sales representatives to make purchasing decisions based upon demand and price points. Oversaw food and beverage orders to ensure consistency. Tracked inventory to ensure product accountability and.
• Ensured that standards of quality and customer service were met at all times.

M.A. Educational Psychology, Educational Psychology

International Political Economy, Economics, Political Science, Minor: Spanish Language

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