KIMBERLY SLAYTON
Kyle
Summary
Seasoned and top-performing Regional Manager with over 25 years of progressive leadership experience in retail operations. Proven track record overseeing high-volume, multi-state regions, driving sales, profitability, and team development. Adept in performance management, strategic planning, talent acquisition, and P&L ownership. Recognized for building strong leadership teams and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
San Antonio Shoe Company
03.2020 - Current
- - Lead operations across 57 stores in 11 states with 5 direct-report District Managers.
- - Manage top-performing sales region company-wide.
- - Recruit, develop, and mentor management teams across all locations.
- - Set and monitor sales goals, comp plans, and performance metrics.
- - Partner in site selection, market analysis, and new store openings.
- - Control regional P&L and operational costs, driving consistent profitability.
- - Implement regional hiring, onboarding, and leadership training programs.
- - Initiate grassroots marketing strategies to drive traffic and expand brand reach.
Area Sales Manager
Splendid / 7 For All Mankind
09.2018 - 03.2020
- - Led store operations and talent development across the Southwest District.
- - Implemented coaching and development plans to build strong leadership bench.
- - Drove sales through clienteling and in-store experience training.
- - Partnered with corporate on HR, staffing, and performance alignment.
District Manager, West Coast Region
Aerosoles
03.2012 - 01.2018
- - Oversaw 25 stores and 4 Area Managers in highest-volume region.
- - Built and retained high-performing management teams.
- - Directed recruiting, staffing, and compliance in partnership with HR and Legal.
- - Executed sales-driving initiatives and managed full P&L accountability.
Area Sales Manager
Juicy Couture
03.2008 - 03.2012
- - Managed Glendale, Pasadena, and Century City locations.
- - Surpassed sales targets by over 25% YoY through team development and coaching.
- - Stores recognized for top-tier visual merchandising and client service.
Area Sales Manager
BCBG
05.2007 - 03.2008
- - Led Century City and Sherman Oaks stores, focusing on aggressive sales growth.
- - Trained new Store Managers and supported visual merchandising execution.
Store Manager
BEBE
08.1998 - 05.2007
- - Oversaw all store operations and developed top-performing sales teams.
- - Managed a team of 25; trained district-wide staff in clienteling and visual standards.
- - Recognized as a Top 30 store nationally.
Store Manager
Rampage / Charlotte Russe
10.1993 - 08.1998
- - Opened and managed top-volume stores across Los Angeles.
- - Conducted hiring and training for store teams across California.
- - Served as District Trainer and visual standards lead for new stores.
Education
Skills
- Multi-unit management expertise
- Profit and loss management
- Talent acquisition expertise
- Business strategy development
- Client relationship management
- Strategic organizational restructuring
- Market growth strategies
- Effective visual merchandising
- Performance coaching
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
San Antonio Shoe Company
03.2020 - Current
Area Sales Manager
Splendid / 7 For All Mankind
09.2018 - 03.2020
District Manager, West Coast Region
Aerosoles
03.2012 - 01.2018
Area Sales Manager
Juicy Couture
03.2008 - 03.2012
Area Sales Manager
BCBG
05.2007 - 03.2008
Store Manager
BEBE
08.1998 - 05.2007
Store Manager
Rampage / Charlotte Russe
10.1993 - 08.1998