Klara M. Nyari
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
I am looking for a fresh new opportunity where I can utilize my overall experience and grow an organization and make a profound difference. My ultimate driving force in life is to elevate others.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Footwear Designer
Seychelles Footwear
- Designed footwear collections with global market reach.
- Collaborated across countries to develop internationally sold products.
Women’s Leadership Mentor
Zschool - UCSB
01.2023 - Current
- Provide one-on-one mentoring for private clients, focusing on leadership development and personal growth.
Chief Executive Officer
TMI Inc DBA Hemptique
01.2016 - Current
- Lead a global craft and hobby supply company specializing in 100% sustainable products.
- Oversee all aspects of business operations, including product design, development, and international distribution.
- Oversee part of the supply chain and inventory management
- Actively manage business administration, banking, finance, payroll and HR.
- Drive strategic initiatives to expand market presence and customer satisfaction.
- Foster a collaborative company culture focused on innovation and sustainability.
- Align financial strategies with company growth and environmental goals.
- Constantly challenge marketing strategies and direction in: e-mail marketing, Google, and social media.
Senior Footwear Designer
XOXO - GBMI
01.2021 - 01.2026
- Designed and developed the XOXO footwear collection
- Conducted trend research, material sourcing, and technical product development
- Products are distributed domestically and internationally.
Design Director
TMI Inc. DBA Hemptique
01.2006 - 01.2016
- I joined my husband, an entrepreneur, in his craft and hobby business
- I took my talent to lead a design and development team to design sustainable craft and hobby products.
- Directed global design trends, color forecasting, and product planning.
- Participated in international trade shows: Namta, CHA, Creativation, H&H, and Creative World.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
FIDM Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CAWomen’s in Leadership Program Advisor
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Strategic Leadership
- Women’s Leadership
- AI Applications in Business & Lead Generation – Certified with AI
- Trade Show Planning & Execution – Domestic and International
- Sustainable Product Development – Multiple continents – Asia, Europe and Afrika
- International Business Operations
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Negotiation & Contract Management
- Team Building & Mentorship
- Systems: QBO, Outlook, CRM
- Accounting, HR, Payroll – Manage all payroll, Hiring and HR related matters
- Business Administration – Handled all types of Corporate admin, not limited to SBA women’s certification, All licensing, Tax payments, and more
Languages
English
Timeline
Women’s Leadership Mentor
Zschool - UCSB
01.2023 - Current
Senior Footwear Designer
XOXO - GBMI
01.2021 - 01.2026
Chief Executive Officer
TMI Inc DBA Hemptique
01.2016 - Current
Design Director
TMI Inc. DBA Hemptique
01.2006 - 01.2016
Women’s in Leadership Program Advisor
University of California, Santa Barbara
Footwear Designer
Seychelles Footwear
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
FIDM Los Angeles
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