SARA CANNON

Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Innovative ‌designer ‌with ‌a track record of building space for possibility, leaving room to grow, and, above all, bringing a strong ability to listen. Proficient with software tools and a wide range of creative methods, delivering work that consistently goes beyond expectations. Recognized for untangling complex design problems with clear thinking and creative precision, producing visual narratives that strengthen brand identity and connect with target audiences.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Designer / Sales Consultant

Closets by Design

Salt Lake City, UT

08.2025 - Current

Specialized in designing and selling custom cabinetry and organization solutions for the entire home, including closets, garages, pantries, vanities, mudrooms, offices, laundry rooms, wall beds, and more.
Closed 56 residential design projects totaling $350,118 in personal sales, with a $6,252 average project value and multiple individual sales exceeding $10K.
Present multi-hour customized 3D & 2D design renderings and recommendations, navigate objections and revisions, and guide clients from initial consultation through sale and follow-up.
Manage client expectations while balancing design intent, budget, functionality, and installation requirements.
Collaborate between our installers and various subcontractors. Consistently ensuring designs are practical and achievable, working from blueprints, new builds, and mainly existing homes.
Build trusted client relationships through consultative selling, active listening, and personalized recommendations.
Navigated pricing discounts on $400,000(+)of materials while protecting company profit margins.
Closed projects ranging from < $1,000 to $33,447 in individual sales, developing experience guiding homeowners through significant purchasing decisions.

Professional Organizer

SORT & STYLE

Salt Lake City, UT

01.2024 - 01.2025

Founded independent residential organizing service, collaborating with homeowners to create functional, personalized spaces that enhance daily living.
Consulted with clients to assess impact of environment on daily routines and quality of life, guiding improvements in organization and space utilization.
Led decluttering sessions for clients to simplify clients' belongings and routines.
Developed customized storage solutions for diverse client needs.

Hospitality & Customer Experience

Various Utah Restaurants

Salt Lake City, Utah

01.2021 - 11.2025

Acquired six years of customer-facing experience in fine dining and high-volume events, serving diverse clientele in fast-paced, high-expectation environments by anticipating needs and resolving concerns while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
Cultivating exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

Education

Salt Lake Community College

General Studies - Honors - 3.8 GPA

Skills

Residential Cabinetry Design
Strategic Design Visualization
Concept Development
Material Selection
Color Selection & Pairing
Construction & Trade Coordination
Value-Based Selling

Consultative Sales
Interactive Design Presentations
Change & Issue Resolution
Design Collaboration
Proactive Client Expectation Management
Attention to Detail

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