Anie Manvelyan Vyas
Sherman Oaks,CA
Summary
High-end design and sales professional with nearly a decade of experience in luxury residential interiors and custom furnishings, working closely with clients, showrooms, and local artisans. Known for guiding purchasing decisions with clarity and confidence through a service-driven approach grounded in craftsmanship and materials expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development & Brand Strategy Consultant
Boutique Furniture Studio
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Guided outreach and lead-generation strategies for residential clients and trade partners in bespoke furniture and lighting.
- Advised on enhancing client experience, optimizing sales workflows, and improving communication systems for relationship-driven business development.
- Collaborated with principal designer on brand positioning, service offerings, and growth strategies in high-end custom furniture and lighting market.
Founder & Principal Designer
Vyas Interiors
09.2019 - 05.2025
- Founded and led a boutique interior design practice specializing in high-end residential interiors and custom furnishings.
- Delivered tailored design solutions that enhanced client lifestyles and achieved investment goals.
- Acted as the primary client contact, guiding purchasing decisions for furniture, finishes, and fixtures through a consultative, relationship-driven approach.
- Drove sales of bespoke furniture and materials while negotiating vendor contracts and managing procurement processes.
- Built and maintained a consistent client pipeline through referrals, repeat business, and long-term relationships.
- Oversaw business operations, managing budgets, contracts, timelines, and installations to ensure creative vision aligned with profitability.
Design Assistant
Art Department
Los Angeles, CA
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Prepared presentation boards, drawings, and specifications for client-facing design reviews.
- Researched and sourced furniture, lighting, textiles, antiques, and decorative accessories to enhance design quality and client satisfaction.
- Supported senior designers in high-end residential projects, contributing to concept development and seamless installation.
- Coordinated with vendors and showrooms, streamlining deliveries, installations, and onsite logistics for project efficiency.
Design Assistant
Adam Hunter
West Hollywood, CA
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Sourced fixtures, furnishings, fabrics, and accessories to meet project design intent and budget constraints.
- Assisted in design research, developed concepts, and prepared presentations for luxury residential interiors, enhancing client engagement.
- Organized resource libraries and managed vendor communications and pricing requests to streamline project workflows.
- Supported onsite installations and final project execution.
Marketing & Merchandise Coordinator
Mansour | Mansour Modern
West Hollywood, CA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Coordinated product photography and crafted compelling descriptions for luxury rugs sold through 1stDibs, enhancing online presence.
- Assisted in presenting engaging product narratives and craftsmanship to attract online luxury audience.
- Supported merchandising and marketing efforts for high-end rug showroom, contributing to brand visibility.
Design Intern
Rose Tarlow
West Hollywood, CA
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Produced AutoCAD renderings and facilitated fabric and material selections for design coherence.
- Assisted in high-end residential projects by collaborating with architect and senior designer.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely project deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
Project Coordinator, University Advancement
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
02.2015 - 12.2015
- Drafted professional correspondence and confidential reports to support senior leadership decision-making.
- Developed and nurtured relationships with external consultants to enhance collaboration on special initiatives.
- Streamlined complex documents for technical accuracy and clarity, ensuring effective communication of key information.
Executive Assistant
Keck Medicine of USC
Los Angeles, CA
03.2012 - 02.2015
- Coordinated administrative and operational support for senior executives, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated executive recruitment coordination and managed confidential processes to maintain candidate integrity.
- Oversaw procurement expenses and reconciled corporate credit card statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Education
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Woodbury University
Burbank, CA12.2013
Skills
- Luxury Furniture & Custom Furnishings
- High-End Residential Interior Design
- Client Relationship Management
- Vendor Negotiation & Procurement
- Project Management & Execution
- Budgeting & Contract Management
- Presentation & Materials Knowledge
Timeline
Business Development & Brand Strategy Consultant
Boutique Furniture Studio
01.2025 - 08.2025
Founder & Principal Designer
Vyas Interiors
09.2019 - 05.2025
Design Assistant
Art Department
12.2017 - 07.2019
Design Assistant
Adam Hunter
05.2017 - 12.2017
Marketing & Merchandise Coordinator
Mansour | Mansour Modern
01.2017 - 05.2017
Design Intern
Rose Tarlow
05.2016 - 11.2016
Project Coordinator, University Advancement
University of Southern California
02.2015 - 12.2015
Executive Assistant
Keck Medicine of USC
03.2012 - 02.2015
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Woodbury University