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Kari Davala

Kari Davala

Claverack,NY

Summary

Innovative Kitchen Designer with a proven track record of creating functional and visually appealing kitchen spaces. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse clients, coach team members and fellow designers, and oversee projects from conception to completion. Core competencies include exceptional creativity, strong communication skills, and critical thinking regarding space utilization. Achievements include numerous sales awards and consistently high-quality designs that elevated customer satisfaction in previous roles.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Kitchen Designer /Project Manager

Kari Davala Design
Claverack, NY
03.2019 - Current
  • Kitchen and Bath design
  • Guiding clients to fulfill their goals on remolding projects
  • Assisting customers in design, material selection, coordination with contractors, from the beginning of the project, through to completion
  • Developed kitchen designs that maximized available space and met customer expectations.
  • Consulted with homeowners throughout entire remodeling process from initial concept through completion.

Design Advocate

IHC Cabinetworks Group
Ann Arbor, MI
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Served as Design Advocate at Kraftmaid/Cabinetworks Group, collaborating with designers from Home Depot and Lowes.
  • Supervised projects for the Lowes Virtual design team.
  • Facilitated the training process for new designers, focusing on retention.
  • Supported designers with queries on 2020 design software.
  • Ensured accuracy in designers' work through meticulous evaluations.
  • Collaborated in the layout and resolving issues during kitchen design.
  • Collaborated on peer training sessions with fellow designers at Cabinetworks Group.
  • Maintained and upgraded Sales Force CRM system.
  • Supported Cabinetworks Group Sales Reps with design challenges.
  • Sending Communication Updates
  • (Lead times, product updates, price changes, design tips)
  • Worked with Kraftmaid, Momentum, Simplicity, Schuler, and Modico cabinet lines
  • In home appointments with Home Depot customers to measure, make selections and design kitchens
  • Full virtual design and sales in coordination with The Home Depot
  • Performed preliminary site inspections to gauge current conditions.
  • Provided education to designers regarding product warranties, features, and usage .
  • Researched new materials, fixtures, and appliances to incorporate into designs.
  • Developed kitchen designs that maximized available space and met customer expectations.

Kitchen Designer

Lowes
Hudson, NY
05.2011 - 02.2019
  • Specialized in closing and maximizing kitchen and bath remodeling project sales.
  • Guided clients through designing all aspects of remodeling projects, from flooring to furnishings.
  • Consistently converted additional rooms like living, dining, and laundry spaces into upsell opportunities.
  • Identified opportunities to attract potential clients and increase sales.
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to create detailed estimates based on client and contractor requirements.
  • Created project proposals tailored to customer design specifications.
  • Collaborated with customers to create design and develop scope of work.
  • Expertly utilized 20/20 design software for kitchen and bath cabinet layouts.
  • Coordinated with contractors for design execution.
  • Educated new kitchen designers on functional and aesthetic principles.

Real Estate Broker

Butler Real Estate
Dodge City, KS
05.1998 - 01.2011
  • Owner / Managing Broker, Butler Real Estate
  • Achieved multi-million-dollar production in a small market area.
  • Showed and listed properties, executed creative marketing strategies, negotiated contracts.
  • Staged listings to accentuate property strengths, reduce selling time, and boost final price.
  • Purchased, designed, renovated, and flipped single-family and multi-family properties successfully.
  • Held dual roles of Co-owner and Agent with expertise in various insurance sectors including Property, Casualty, Life, and Health.

Education

Focused course - Property and Casualty Insurance

Drake University
Des Moines, IA
06.1989

General Studies - Art

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City
05.1984

Trade Courses - Insurance and Real-estate

Skills

  • Kitchen & Bath Design
  • 14 Years of Proficiency in 2020 Design Software
  • Virtual Design
  • Training / coaching
  • Countertop materials
  • Space planning
  • Interior design principles
  • Design concept development
  • Homeowner / Customer relations
  • Graphic presentations
  • Presentation development
  • Contractor collaboration
  • Floor plan development
  • Renovation project coordination
  • Interior Project Management

References

Provided upon request.

Accomplishments

  • Numerous sales awards and certificates

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsWork from home optionPersonal development programsPaid sick leave401k matchPaid time offCompany CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancement

Timeline

Design Advocate

IHC Cabinetworks Group
02.2020 - 03.2024

Independent Kitchen Designer /Project Manager

Kari Davala Design
03.2019 - Current

Kitchen Designer

Lowes
05.2011 - 02.2019

Real Estate Broker

Butler Real Estate
05.1998 - 01.2011

Focused course - Property and Casualty Insurance

Drake University

General Studies - Art

Dodge City Community College

Trade Courses - Insurance and Real-estate

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