Charismatic, energetic and enterprising Merchandising and Sales Manager with over 20 years of professional experience who thrives in a team-oriented environment, working creatively and effectively to meet and exceed company's goals. Accurately assesses competition and seeks new and innovative ways to boost sales and to reinforce the company's brand and image in the marketplace. Focused not only on building displays that showcase both beauty and functionality for the customer but also imparting those skills to my team, letting them learn, grow and succeed in their own stores. Results-oriented, leveraging solid market knowledge and inventive touches to maximize sales and profitability. Skillful team-builder who thrives in high-pressure, high-volume and fast-paced environments. Solid background in retail management with a major focus on recruiting, new hire on-boarding and employee development, coaching and implementation of training at the store, district and regional levels. Seeking a Regional Merchandising and Sales Manager position that will allow me to share my current skill set with a wider audience, assisting the team - both at the corporate and store levels - to reach the highest levels of success.