Toren Engseth
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dynamic interior designer with a proven track record at Crate and Barrel, achieving over one million dollars in sales. Expert in budget development and client service, fostering long-term relationships while leading teams to exceed financial goals. Adept at strategic project planning and cultivating key partnerships to drive business growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
Crate and Barrel
Wauwatosa, WI
03.2023 - Current
- Achieved over one million dollars in sales during first year, securing position as a national sales leader. Cultivated long-term client and trade relationships through exceptional customer service, communication, and problem-solving. Nurtured a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous development with fellow designers.
Founder/Owner
Madame Macaron MKE
Milwaukee, WI
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Bootstrapped startup food business while managing efficient day-to-day business growth, profitability, accounts, marketing, and communications. Consulted with and built loyal and committed clients, assessing optimal event solutions for wholesale and retail accounts. Created promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels. Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity. Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
Founder/Partner
A Feathered Nest
Milwaukee, WI
04.2009 - 04.2011
- Formed new business and expanded firm's client base and professional network. Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation. Created website and promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity. Provided elite customer service by resolving problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
Interior Design and Sales
Ethan Allen, Thomasville, Orchard Street
Milwaukee, WI
01.1998 - 03.2009
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations. Cultivated key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent. Worked as technical liaison for designers and clients with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
Store Manager
Calico Corners
Wilmette, IL
02.1994 - 12.1997
- Surpassed financial targets consistently through strategic sales floor redesign, expense management, staff optimization and inventory retooling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Specialization in Environmental Science
DePaul University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Budget Development
- Sales Leadership
- Business Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Client Service
- Design Coordination
- Key Partnership Cultivation
- Strategic Project Planning
- Product Branding
- Trade Show and Special Events
- Sales Growth
- Marketing
Websites
Timeline
Interior Designer
Crate and Barrel
03.2023 - Current
Founder/Owner
Madame Macaron MKE
06.2017 - 06.2022
Founder/Partner
A Feathered Nest
04.2009 - 04.2011
Interior Design and Sales
Ethan Allen, Thomasville, Orchard Street
01.1998 - 03.2009
Store Manager
Calico Corners
02.1994 - 12.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Specialization in Environmental Science
DePaul University