SHARITY ANN VLASAK
Dallas,United States
Summary
Dynamic marketing and sales leader with a proven track record at Pottery Barn, excelling in brand development and client relations. Recognized for driving exceptional results, including a 50% increase in sales, while cultivating top talent and executing impactful marketing strategies. Adept at creative problem solving and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Marketing and Sales
Mistletoe Vineyards
Dallas, USA
02.2004 - Current
- Creative behind website design & content, branding, label design, product development, marketing & sales, social media, events, tastings & pairings.
Bar Supervisor
Tony’s Place
Dallas, USA
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service.
- Managed daily bar operations and ensured compliance with health regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and stock rotation.
- Monitored patron alcohol consumption to encourage safety.
- Balanced tills, handled cash, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
- Created daily Facebook promotional events for the bar including happy hour specials, drink specials.
- Supervised daily operations of the bar including opening and closing procedures.
- Supervised team of employees, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
District Manager Northwest
Pottery Barn
Oregon, USA
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed highly visible 10 store portfolio in WA, OR, ID, NV, & CA.
- Partnered with corporate visual to plan/execute expanded visual presentation and corporate walk-throughs.
- Developed Pottery Barn Trade Program with corporate business sales.
District Manager North Central
Pottery Barn
Minnesota, USA
02.2015 - 05.2016
- Delivered #1 Best in Brand corporate visits, Holiday 2016.
- Managed 12 store portfolio in MN, WI, IA, & Upstate NY.
- Assembled/developed top talent teams, and drove exceptional top/bottom-line results.
- Howard Lester Award Nominee.
- Promoted to Pottery Barn District Manager Northwest within 15 months.
District Manager Southern California
Pottery Barn
California, USA
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Delivered #1 volume district with excellent top/bottom-line results in Pottery Barn brand, WSI.
- Managed 12 store portfolio with $80+ million sales, hired top talent teams.
- Promoted to Pottery Barn District Manager North Central within 4 months.
Area Manager
Pottery Barn
Orange County, USA
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Managed 3 store portfolio with $25+ million sales.
- Developed top talent with internal succession plan, drove exceptional top/bottom-line results.
- Howard Lester Award Nominee.
- Promoted to #1 volume Pottery Barn District Manager Southern California within 4 months.
General Manager
Pottery Barn
Costa Mesa, USA
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Grew business from #3 volume, $10 Million sales to #1 volume in brand, $15 million with $5.0 million increase in 3 years, +50% 3-year comp.
- Promoted 6 ACMs to General Manager - 3 at the helm in South Coast Plaza Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids.
- Promoted Visual Specialist to Visual ASM, ACM, & District Visual Manager.
- Howard Lester Award Nominee 3 consecutive years.
- Selected for West Masters Program 2012-2014.
- One of two General Managers from Pottery Barn selected for LEAD - Leadership Education and Development.
- Promoted to Area Manager Orange County, California.
Owner
Family Farm 2 you
Ladera Ranch, USA
05.2011 - 12.2013
- 100% Grass Fed Beef, Pastured Heritage Pork and Chicken, sustainably raised in Oregon's premier Willamette Valley, delivered 2 you - from Farm to Porch!
General Manager
Pottery Barn
Mission Viejo, USA
12.2009 - 01.2012
- Developed a new customer base consisting of 500 new clients.
- Delivered top talent, world class service, best in brand results +25% comp, and 'perfect store visit'.
- People First and Howard Lester Award nominee.
- Promoted to General Manager of highly visible Pottery Barn South Coast Plaza.
Area Manager
Banana Republic
Orange Country, USA
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Delivered #1 comp increase in West +13% YTD.
- Recognized by SVP of Stores for turning around historically challenged store.
- Honored in Banana Republic Leadership publication.
- Supporter of Women in Business, Habitat for Humanity, World Wildlife Foundation (WWF), Mission Hospital Annual Fashion Show, and Coastal Clean-up Day.
- Developed succession plan - promoted Assistant Store Manager to Associate Store Manager and Associate Store Manager to General Manager.
- Promoted to Area Manager Orange County.
District Manager
Luxury Optical Holdings
California, USA
05.2007 - 12.2007
- Managed 5 store portfolio and $30 million Sales in Southern California.
- Drove exceptional top/bottom-line results +22% Comp YTD.
- Launched fashion shows, remodels, grand opening parties, and celebrity events.
- Developed Vision, Mission, and strategy for Western Region.
General Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
Costa Mesa, USA
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Top volume Pottery Barn Kids store with $5 million sales, drove exceptional top and bottom-line results while building people, service and standards.
- Chosen to pilot new initiatives - scheduling, inventory allocation, and distribution.
- Presented 2006 Retail Strategy at District Manager's Conference - rolled out to PBK leadership teams.
- People First winner 2005, 2006.
- Opened 11 new stores as Visual Team Leader and Mission Control.
- Acting District Manager Midwest - Led PBK Leawood, KS store opening.
General Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
Colorado Springs, USA
04.2003 - 05.2005
- West Regional Training Manager - trained new leaders, GM/DM.
- Opened 9 new stores for Pottery Barn Kids as Visual Team Leader.
- Recognized by CEO, Ed Mueller at GMC for 2005 Retail Strategy.
- Internal succession plan - promoted ACM to GM, ASM to ACM of Briargate.
- Promoted to the very first Pottery Barn Kids store in South Coast Plaza - relocated from CO to CA for Career Advancement and new opportunities.
Assistant Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
Denver, USA
11.2001 - 04.2003
- Opened 7 new stores for Pottery Barn Kids as Visual Team Leader.
- Traveled within region to select top talent and develop new teams.
- Promoted to GM of Pottery Barn Kids Shops at Briargate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing Management
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, United States06-1998
West Masters Leadership Development Program -
Pottery Barn
San Francisco, CALeadership Education And Development (LEAD) -
Pottery Barn
San Francisco, CACorporate Learning -
Harvard Business School
Boston, MA, United StatesSkills
- Client relations/acquisitions
- Excellent communication skills
- Brand development/optimization
- Skilled negotiator/mediator
- Prospecting/Lead development
- Compelling leadership skills
- Sales/Market trend analysis
- Creative problem solving
- Marketing/Social media savvy
- Artful change management
- Goal-oriented/Results-driven
- Talent cultivation/team building
- Special events planning/execution
- Inspiring visual merchandising
- Exceptional multi-task management
- Interior design/Installation
Activities
- Dixon Recreation Center - OSU, Operations Specialist, 1994-1998
- Oregon State University Alumni Associate (OSUAA), 1998-Present
- Corporate Learning: Harvard Business Publishing, Harvard Business School, Boston, MA, 2015-2016
- Leadership Education And Development (LEAD), 2012-2014
- Pottery Barn West Masters Leadership Development, 2012-2014
- American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Member, 2012-2014
- South Coast Plaza Retailers Board Member, 2012-2014
- Howard Lester Award Nominee, WSI, 2011-2015
- People First Award Winner, Pottery Barn, 2005, 2006, 2011
Timeline
Bar Supervisor
Tony’s Place
06.2021 - 06.2025
District Manager Northwest
Pottery Barn
05.2016 - 12.2017
District Manager North Central
Pottery Barn
02.2015 - 05.2016
District Manager Southern California
Pottery Barn
10.2014 - 02.2015
Area Manager
Pottery Barn
06.2014 - 10.2014
General Manager
Pottery Barn
01.2012 - 05.2014
Owner
Family Farm 2 you
05.2011 - 12.2013
General Manager
Pottery Barn
12.2009 - 01.2012
Area Manager
Banana Republic
01.2008 - 12.2010
District Manager
Luxury Optical Holdings
05.2007 - 12.2007
General Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
05.2005 - 05.2007
Director of Marketing and Sales
Mistletoe Vineyards
02.2004 - Current
General Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
04.2003 - 05.2005
Assistant Manager
Pottery Barn Kids
11.2001 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing Management
Oregon State University
West Masters Leadership Development Program -
Pottery Barn
Leadership Education And Development (LEAD) -
Pottery Barn
Corporate Learning -
Harvard Business School
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