Kara Hall
Sales Director
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Sales Director with proven track record in driving regional sales growth and fostering client relationships. Successfully managed cross-functional teams to enhance market penetration and revenue streams. Demonstrated strategic planning and negotiation skills to secure high-value contracts and partnerships.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Regional Sales Director
Paige Denim
Santa Monica, CA
2025 - Current
- Boosted regional sales by implementing targeted marketing strategies and fostering strong client relationships.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and areas for expansion.
- Led comprehensive account planning and execution, enhancing relationships with key retail partners.
- Oversaw retail sales reporting and analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
- Managed account assortments and inventory, driving efficiency and improved sell-through performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of promotional programs.
Beauty Educator
Headkount
Washington, DC
2024 - 2025
- Delivered personalized product training to Beauty Advisors and management at various beauty retailers.
- Planned and hosted client engagement events to enhance brand relationships and boost sales.
- Provided daily insights on beauty trends and customer feedback to inform marketing strategies.
- Ensured compliance with visual merchandising standards for multiple brands, including Haus Labs and Westman Atelier.
Customer Success Manager
Glossier
Washington, DC
2023 - 2024
- Offered customer success improvements using software to track 65% increases in productivity rates
- Met with specialists to assist in troubleshooting necessities, decreasing inefficiency rates by 14%
- Curated relationships with key executive sponsors and stakeholders to solidify partnership & commitment
- Drove the max adoption of business solutions and identified and drove product renewal opportunities
- Demonstrated a level of drive, accountability, and resourcefulness to effectively manage deadlines
- Reviewed of a portfolio of specific projects for specific clients to develop knowledge and ongoing rapport
Retail Store Manager
MAC Cosmetics
Washington, DC
2022 - 2023
- Directed visual merchandising, store layout, and display design to optimize customer flow and enhance brand presentation.
- Developed and executed product marketing strategies, including impactful advertising campaigns and promotional events, driving brand visibility and sales.
- Led, trained, and mentored a team of artists, fostering creative development in selling behaviors and visual artistry.
- Spearheaded the creation and growth of a new store Instagram presence, achieving over 10K engagement and generating $2K in virtual sales monthly through compelling visual content and strategic campaigns.
- Orchestrated the planning, execution, and reporting of high-profile in-store events, enhancing brand experience and customer loyalty.
Sales and Service Lead
Sephora
Elizabeth, NJ
2019 - 2022
- Orchestrated the planning, setup, and execution of in-store events, generating detailed analysis reports on their creative impact and ROI.
- Collaborated with team to conceptualize and produce engaging social media content, leveraging beauty and social trends to promote products, events, and cultivate client loyalty.
- Mentored and trained new hires in visual merchandising principles, product presentation, and brand storytelling to ensure consistent adherence to brand values.
Education
MBA -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 05.2001 -
Skills
Key account management
Operations management
Sales presentations
Customer relationship management
Revenue growth
Sales training and leadership
Sales strategy development
Revenue forecasting
Timeline
MBA -
University of Maryland Global Campus
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
East Carolina University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
East Carolina University
05.2001 -
Regional Sales Director
Paige Denim
2025 - Current
Beauty Educator
Headkount
2024 - 2025
Customer Success Manager
Glossier
2023 - 2024
Retail Store Manager
MAC Cosmetics
2022 - 2023
Sales and Service Lead
Sephora
2019 - 2022