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Karen Strough (Donnelly)

Co-owner and Partner, Donnelly-Strough Co. (Sales, Marketing and Training) at Donnelly-Strough Co.
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Seasoned retail and sales professional with 38 years of experience in merchandising, sales management, and trade shows.
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Location
Harbor Springs, Michigan, United States, US
Skills
  • Merchandising
  • Retail
  • Sales
  • Trade Shows
  • Customer Service
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Karen Strough (Donnelly) is a seasoned retail and sales professional with over 38 years of experience in merchandising, sales management, and trade shows. She has worked with top brands like Merrell, The North Face, and Nikwax, and has provided sales, marketing, and training for over 85 retailers in the outdoor and snow sports industries. As a partner and co-owner of Donnelly-Strough Company, she has developed strong relationships with key brands and retailers, and has a proven track record of driving sales growth and training teams. With an MBA from Grand Valley State University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pittsburgh, Karen brings a unique blend of business acumen and industry expertise to her role. She is based in Harbor Springs, Michigan, and is well-respected in the retail and sales communities for her expertise and dedication to her clients and partners.

Experience

  • Donnelly-Strough Co.
    • Great Lakes Region
    • Co-owner and Partner, Donnelly-Strough Co. (Sales, Marketing and Training)
      • Feb 1986 - Present
      • Great Lakes Region

      1986 – Current: Partner/Co-Owner, Donnelly-Strough Company. Providing sales, marketing, and training for over 85 retailers in outdoor, snow sports, sporting goods and footwear markets. Agency ranges from 2 to 5 sales reps. KEY BRANDS - Merrell Footwear - Leki Trekking, Nordic and Backcountry Poles- Nikwax Waterproofing- Hillsound Trail Crampons, Gaiters, Camp Furniture and Accessories- Ortlieb Waterproof Bags, Packs and Accessories- The North Face- Moonstone Mountaineering- Tubbs Snowshoes- Karhu and Trak Nordic Skis and Boots- Isis for Women- Nordica Skiwear- Chaco Sandals and Shoes- Merrell Apparel, Packs and BagsRetailers with Whom I Have Worked:- Moosejaw- DSW- Dunham’s- MC Sports- Ann Arbor Bivouac- Playmakers- Gazelle Sports- Boyne USA- Plamondon’s Shoes- V&A Bootery...and 75 others

  • Herman Miller
    • Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area
    • Senior Product Manager and Sales Trainer - Seating Products / Modular Workstations
      • 1978 - 1986
      • Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

      - Managed new work chair introductions of new chair lines for general market, and modular workstations for high-tech light industry market- Developed training materials and planned and conducted training seminars for internal and dealer salesforce

  • City of Grand Rapids
    • Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area
    • Program Director / Grant Officer
      • 1972 - 1978
      • Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

      - Created and administered programs providing job skills education and training for low income and unemployed in greater Grand Rapids area- Wrote grants to fund programs in a 4 county area - Managed 20 direct reports - administrators and counselors

Education

  • Grand Valley State University
    MBA, Marketing
  • University of Pittsburgh
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

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