Tate Desmet
Dallas,TX
Summary
Results-driven Business Development Manager, Strategy Consultant, and Industrial Designer adept at managing high-end clientele and designing concepts for retail and hospitality environments. Over five years of experience in client development and key account management. Currently working as the Mexico & Texas Manager for a luxury lighting brand and driving new business in the hospitality market.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
Lasvit
Dallas, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Provided design guidance on the implementation of new bespoke lighting in the U.S.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing.
Sales and Business Development Associate
Wired Lighting
Miami, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Developing relationships with clients to increase sales revenue.
- Negotiating pricing agreements with vendors and interior designers.
- Researching new business opportunities and industry trends.
Industrial / Furniture Designer
Self-employeed
03.2021 - Current
- Developing decorative lighting for home and furnishing retailers across the U.S.
- Providing strategic direction for clients to help them achieve their brand growth.
- Providing guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications and vendor selection.
Associate Industrial Designer
Kuzco Lighting
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Day-to-day included trend forecasting, material research, sketch ideation, 3D modeling, and CAD document analysis for Kuzco's decorative line, Alora Lighting.
- Created visualizations of concept designs using computer graphics tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Provided support at trade shows and presented new products in front of board members, clients, and marketing teams.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration and Management
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ01-2017
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
New York, NY09-2015
Skills
- Territory Sales Management
- Lead Generation
- Product Development
- Lighting and Facade Design
- Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Area Manager
Lasvit
12.2023 - Current
Sales and Business Development Associate
Wired Lighting
09.2023 - Current
Associate Industrial Designer
Kuzco Lighting
11.2021 - 03.2023
Industrial / Furniture Designer
Self-employeed
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration and Management
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
New York School of Interior Design
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