Kimberly Collins

5508 Fairhaven Ct. Downers Grove, IL 60515 (630)-817-1976 collinskimberlysue@gmail.com

I offer 16 years of experience as a Regional Sales Leader in the women’s retail apparel industry.

I most recently lead the Chicago based mid-west region including 10 districts with 120 store

locations totaling $140,000,000.00 in annual sales. My region was top performing in both sales and

profit year over year. I have expertise building sales through improving metrics that impact results.

I have successfully worked in a customer centric environment as well as a merchandise driven

environment. I am seeking an organization where I can contribute to business growth and enhance

the culture with my inspiring leadership style.

Dressbarn /ASCENA Retail

Assistant Vice President Regional Leader 1998-2013 Midwest Region

Hired, trained, inspired and coached a high performing team of 10 District Leaders and 120 Store Leaders

Ranked #1 in the company as a Region three times for annualized comp sales increase

Exceeded sales goals consistently and increased the average store sales volume from $900,000.00 to $1,200,000

Increased metrics such as ADS to +73.00, improved the UPT above 3.0 and significantly improved new charge accounts to enhance marketing capabilities

Proven track record in developing new business by seeking out and opening new store locations

Routinely conducted discussions on succession planning with my team for all store management

Served on the Strategic Management Team for 2 years in order to determine and execute a plan to evolve the existing company

Benefitted from a library of developmental programs and tools available through Dressbarn. District Sales Manager 1996-1998 Chicago-land Area

Improved standards across the Chicago-land Area by attracting and retaining high caliber store management

Significantly improved the visual standards through training and coaching

Created an atmosphere where results were the focus

Ranked in the top 15 out of 100 Districts as a District Leader both years , was promoted from within to a Regional One Price Clothing

District Sales Manager 1990-1996 Chicago-land Area

Launched a new retail concept in Chicago market and opened 38 new store locations

Hired the initial teams including store management as well as sales associates laying a strong foundation

Achieved top performing sales and results ranked number 1 in the company for overall volume

Developed and advanced two Store Leaders that were promoted to District Leaders from my team

Set the standard for this Merchandise Driven Business on visuals, training and operations

THMandy/US Shoe Corporation

Area Director 1986-1990 Chicago-land Area

Oversaw 14 store locations for both Chicago and Dallas markets in a customer/sales focused environment Store Sales Manager 1984-1986 Chicago-land Area

Managed all facets of business for $3.5 million dollar store and was promoted from within to an Area Director

Maintained good shrink performance and good payroll control Winkelman’s / MJ Carols 1976-1984 Cleveland Ohio and Chicago

Varying positions, Sales Associate, Loss Prevention Auditor, Assistant Store Manager and Store Leader

Attended: Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland Ohio