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Georganne Lins

Orlando

Summary

Dynamic retail leader with a proven track record at Gap Inc/Banana Republic, excelling in financial analysis and sales strategy. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced visual merchandising and drove revenue growth, while fostering talent development and team performance. Recognized for delivering exceptional customer engagement and retention across multiple locations.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
Orlando
07.2013 - Current
  • Managed portfolio of 12 stores across multiple markets to achieve top sales performance in brand
  • Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
  • Developed the team's capability in visual merchandising, which improved brand visibility and sales performance.
  • Conducted regular store visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
  • Implemented brand strategies and product launches in top volume stores.
  • Provided ongoing coaching and training for store managers on how to maximize productivity and profits.
  • Analyzed financial data for each store in the district to identify areas of improvement or growth potentials.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement across multiple locations within the district.
  • Mentored team members by demonstrating best practices for sales and customer service.

Area Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
Orlando
01.2011 - 07.2013
  • Responsible for staffing, performance, and overall operations of the home store.
  • Managed scheduling and staffing to optimize labor costs effectively.
  • Supervised additional locations, ensuring optimal sales performance and productivity.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
  • Developed strategies for increasing sales, market share and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw the recruitment process for new staff members including interviewing and training.

General Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
Orlando
10.1996 - 12.2011
  • Achieved sales performance surpassing budget and driving revenue growth
  • Enhanced visual merchandising strategies to align with brand standards and attract customers.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to provide feedback and support employee development.
  • Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.

Group Merchandising and Sales Manger

Federated Department Stores
Boca Raton
10.1991 - 10.1995
  • Directed the team to achieve the highest department volume across the fleet of stores.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to improve team effectiveness.
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing initiatives with merchandising goals.
  • Trained and mentored team members on merchandising best practices and brand standards.

Education

Business

Florida Atlantic Universtiy
Boca Raton, FL

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Visual merchandising
  • Market analysis
  • Process improvement
  • Customer engagement and retention
  • Sales strategy
  • Talent acquisition
  • Performance management
  • Recruitment strategy

Timeline

District Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
07.2013 - Current

Area Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
01.2011 - 07.2013

General Manager

Gap Inc/Banana Republic
10.1996 - 12.2011

Group Merchandising and Sales Manger

Federated Department Stores
10.1991 - 10.1995

Business

Florida Atlantic Universtiy