Lori Mitchell
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Accomplished Development and Retail Manager with expertise in team leadership and strategic planning. Successfully cultivated corporate partnerships, driving employee engagement initiatives while managing events that significantly boosted participation and fundraising. Strong focus on relationship building and operational improvement enhances organizational effectiveness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Manager, Indiana & Kentucky
Susan G. Komen
05.2019 - 03.2026
- Cultivated relationships with regional businesses and corporations to enhance community engagement.
- Planned and executed events, including Wabash Valley and Louisville More Than Pink Walks, while supporting the Indianapolis events.
- Increased participation in Louisville event by 90% and fundraising by over 200% within two years.
- Fostered corporate partnerships to drive employee engagement initiatives.
- Created presentations and sponsorship documents using Canva and PowerPoint.
- Managed recruitment of committee members and volunteers for statewide event organization.
- Monitored KPIs to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
- Conducted daily Salesforce monitoring for pipeline management and donor relationship oversight.
Owner
Millie & Maude Boutique
Terre Haute, USA
05.2013 - 10.2020
- Owned business operations, overseeing product ordering, sales planning, and profit management.
- Developed marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Expanded market reach via social media and email campaigns.
- Analyzed market trends and competition to identify growth opportunities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and community leaders.
- Established connections with brand representatives nationwide to strengthen partnerships.
- Engaged with local community through speaking events and various roles.
- Co-created Haute Life Magazine, supporting local non-profits through lifestyle content.
Store General Manager
David's Bridal
Terre Haute, USA
01.2005 - 05.2013
- Successfully opened new prototype store, generating over $1 million in revenue within first year.
- Achieved top customer service ranking in company through exceptional service delivery.
- Maintained lowest employee turnover rate in region through effective team management.
- Established performance expectations while cultivating cross-functional team culture aligned with sales and productivity goals.
- Analyzed store reports to assess performance, increase sales, and minimize controllable expenses.
- Recruited and hired new employees based on strengths and relevant experience.
- Directed merchandising standards to create organized and engaging in-store experiences.
- Built rapport with customers on sales floor, providing expert product knowledge.
Store Manager
Victoria's Secret
Terre Haute, USA
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Spearheaded opening of new prototype store, generating $1.4 million in revenue during first year.
- Trained new store teams across district and regional roles to ensure successful openings and operational consistency.
- Managed daily operations, supervising staff training and development while upholding high visual merchandising standards.
- Executed loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage, achieving lowest theft rate in the company.
- Attained one of the lowest employee turnover rates through effective communication and clear expectation setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Textiles, Apparel, Merchandising; Marketing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute05-1998
Skills
- Project planning
- Performance management
- Sales management
- Customer relationship management
- Business analysis
- Product strategy
- Market analysis
- Vendor relations
- Partnership building
- Business operations
- Retail operations
- Team development
- Talent development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff leadership
- Brand development
Timeline
Development Manager, Indiana & Kentucky
Susan G. Komen
05.2019 - 03.2026
Owner
Millie & Maude Boutique
05.2013 - 10.2020
Store General Manager
David's Bridal
01.2005 - 05.2013
Store Manager
Victoria's Secret
01.2000 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Textiles, Apparel, Merchandising; Marketing
Indiana State University