Denise Noelani Andris-Webber
Commerce
Summary
Results-oriented retail executive with 20 years of leadership experience in driving sales and developing high-performing teams. Expertise in leading multi-unit operations, executing growth initiatives, and fostering strong customer and team relationships. Recently relocated to Michigan, ready to leverage skills in sales leadership, customer service, and operational management within a growth-focused organization.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
District Sales Manager
VERSONA / THE CATO CORPORATION
Tulsa, OK
06.2014 - 07.2025
- Directed sales and operations across 17 stores in 7 states, with leadership oversight of 40 locations throughout tenure and approximately $16 million in annual sales.
- Led 19 of 121 strategic new store launches, driving recruiting, onboarding, training, team development, and operational execution.
- Selected to lead 19 of 121 strategic new store launches, driving recruiting, onboarding, training, team development, and operational execution.
- Facilitated introduction and operational success of Cache' shop-in-shop concept, enhancing company growth and expansion.
- Created and executed strategies for recruitment, onboarding, training, employee retention, and leadership development, fostering a strong workforce.
- Coached and promoted high-potential talent into Store Manager and District Trainer roles, improving succession planning and district effectiveness.
- Served as Inventory Control Specialist for approximately 1,200 Versona and Cato stores, driving shrink reduction and standardizing operational processes.
- Directed regional sales strategies to enhance market penetration and drive revenue growth.
General Manager / Training Manager
THE LIMITED
Tulsa, OK
08.2012 - 02.2014
- President's Leaders Circle Winner recognized for outstanding performance and leadership.
- Revitalized underperforming location, elevating store ranking from #243 to Top 75 within eight months.
- Increased customer conversion 32% despite a 29% decline in traffic, maximizing customer engagement and sales opportunities.
- Increased transaction value by 5% through focused selling strategies and coaching associates in elevated customer service.
- Trained and developed associates to engage customers, build relationships, and deliver personalized shopping experiences.
- Led from the sales floor, working alongside the team to drive performance, strengthen customer loyalty, and build a high-performing culture.
Executive of Apparel & Accessories, HR & Operations
KOHL'S
Tulsa, OK
01.2010 - 08.2012
- Partnered with leadership teams to strengthen talent pipelines and drive measurable sales, customer service, and operational results.
- Supported recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, and leadership development to enhance employee engagement.
- Partnered with leadership teams to strengthen talent pipelines, improving sales and customer service outcomes.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration and Management
Black Hawk College
Kewanee, ILAssociate of Arts - Cosmetology
LA James
Moline, ILSkills
- Sales Leadership
- Recruitment training
- Talent Development
- Team Development
- Performance Management
- Women in leadership
- Multi-Unit Operations
- Customer Experience
- Customer Loyalty
- Business Growth
- Strategic Execution
- Hospitality
- Relationship Building
- Diversity and Inclusion
Accomplishments
- 20+ years of progressive retail leadership experience
- Approximately $16M in annual sales responsibility
- Leadership oversight of up to 40 retail locations
- Selected to lead 19 strategic new store launches
- Improved store ranking from #243 to Top 75 in eight months
- Increased customer conversion 32% during a 29% traffic decline
- Increased transaction value 5%
- Inventory Control Specialist supporting approximately 1,200 stores
- President's Leaders Circle Winner
- Proven record of mentoring and promoting women into leadership roles
- Extensive experience in sales, customer service, hospitality, relationship building, and team development
Timeline
District Sales Manager
VERSONA / THE CATO CORPORATION
06.2014 - 07.2025
General Manager / Training Manager
THE LIMITED
08.2012 - 02.2014
Executive of Apparel & Accessories, HR & Operations
KOHL'S
01.2010 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Business Administration and Management
Black Hawk College
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
LA James
FAMILY BUSINESS & HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCE
- Raised in a generational family-owned farm-to-table steakhouse with more than 55 years of history and a reputation for exceptional hospitality, quality, and service.
- A true family business where multiple generations lived and worked on-site, providing a lifelong foundation in hospitality, teamwork, customer service, and relationship building.
- Known for farm-to-table dining and exceptional steaks, serving up to 700 guests in a high-volume environment.
- Developed an early understanding of creating memorable guest experiences, anticipating customer needs, and delivering personalized service that builds loyalty.
- Learned that exceptional hospitality is about making people feel welcomed, valued, remembered, and excited to return—a philosophy carried throughout a 20+ year career in retail leadership.