Lori Hardy
Business Development - Retail Partnerships at MAD Design USA- Claim this Profile
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Carrie Roeder, MBA
Lori is a talented designer in commercial interiors and furnishings with a keen eye for coordinating colors, textures and materials. Lori has become experienced and proficient in working on full scope design projects solely with clients as well as providing project management on key reconfiguration projects of more than 500 employees. Lori is very well organized, listens to her clients to understand their objectives to offer space and furniture solutions that meet budgetary, scheduling, work place performance and aesthetic requirements. She is dedicated to the success of her projects and her clients to ensure they are getting value beyond their investment. I highly recommend Lori to work on any interior design, project management, relocation management and new or existing furniture opportunities. She is a pleasure to work with and nobody will work harder for you to get you a great work environment.
Carrie Roeder, MBA
Lori is a talented designer in commercial interiors and furnishings with a keen eye for coordinating colors, textures and materials. Lori has become experienced and proficient in working on full scope design projects solely with clients as well as providing project management on key reconfiguration projects of more than 500 employees. Lori is very well organized, listens to her clients to understand their objectives to offer space and furniture solutions that meet budgetary, scheduling, work place performance and aesthetic requirements. She is dedicated to the success of her projects and her clients to ensure they are getting value beyond their investment. I highly recommend Lori to work on any interior design, project management, relocation management and new or existing furniture opportunities. She is a pleasure to work with and nobody will work harder for you to get you a great work environment.
Carrie Roeder, MBA
Lori is a talented designer in commercial interiors and furnishings with a keen eye for coordinating colors, textures and materials. Lori has become experienced and proficient in working on full scope design projects solely with clients as well as providing project management on key reconfiguration projects of more than 500 employees. Lori is very well organized, listens to her clients to understand their objectives to offer space and furniture solutions that meet budgetary, scheduling, work place performance and aesthetic requirements. She is dedicated to the success of her projects and her clients to ensure they are getting value beyond their investment. I highly recommend Lori to work on any interior design, project management, relocation management and new or existing furniture opportunities. She is a pleasure to work with and nobody will work harder for you to get you a great work environment.
Carrie Roeder, MBA
Lori is a talented designer in commercial interiors and furnishings with a keen eye for coordinating colors, textures and materials. Lori has become experienced and proficient in working on full scope design projects solely with clients as well as providing project management on key reconfiguration projects of more than 500 employees. Lori is very well organized, listens to her clients to understand their objectives to offer space and furniture solutions that meet budgetary, scheduling, work place performance and aesthetic requirements. She is dedicated to the success of her projects and her clients to ensure they are getting value beyond their investment. I highly recommend Lori to work on any interior design, project management, relocation management and new or existing furniture opportunities. She is a pleasure to work with and nobody will work harder for you to get you a great work environment.
Credentials
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APEX Certified Lab Consultant
Essilor GroupAug, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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MAD Design USA
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United States
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Wholesale
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development - Retail Partnerships
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Nov 2022 - Present
Develop new business opportunities through multiple curated channels of leads Qualify leads through a streamlined process Know and understand the brand portfolio and products proficiently Present the retail partnership opportunity to clients Work with clients during onboarding to assure a smooth process Collaborate with clients on showroom planning and design to incorporate MAD products Develop new business opportunities through multiple curated channels of leads Qualify leads through a streamlined process Know and understand the brand portfolio and products proficiently Present the retail partnership opportunity to clients Work with clients during onboarding to assure a smooth process Collaborate with clients on showroom planning and design to incorporate MAD products
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Interior Designer
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Dec 2011 - Present
Creating functional and dynamic places for people to work and live. Partner with local architects and vendors to develop creative spaces. Freelance interior design and consultation. Creating functional and dynamic places for people to work and live. Partner with local architects and vendors to develop creative spaces. Freelance interior design and consultation.
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LeadPlan Marketing & Hardy Design Co.
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Traverse City, Michigan, United States
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Account Manager / Account Executive
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Feb 2021 - Nov 2022
Communicate with clients throughout the project, from initial call to final execution. Understand client needs and explain product/service value. Collaborate with internal departments to asses and deliver on client needs. Create and present proposals using the Divi platform. Collaborate with Sales Manager to drive new business. Nurture leads and maintain sales funnel. Maintain knowledge of company services and offerings. Communicate with clients throughout the project, from initial call to final execution. Understand client needs and explain product/service value. Collaborate with internal departments to asses and deliver on client needs. Create and present proposals using the Divi platform. Collaborate with Sales Manager to drive new business. Nurture leads and maintain sales funnel. Maintain knowledge of company services and offerings.
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Essilor Group
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France
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Consultant - ELOA Northern Michigan
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Sep 2015 - May 2020
Represent optical laboratories and provide business consultation and training to doctors and staff. Consultative-selling and account management for a geographic territory of customers. Provide corporate trainings for groups at industry events. Develop long-term strategic alliances with customers to grow their business.Update customers with the latest in product technology and innovation.
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Sales Consultant - Vision Craft, an Essilor Partner Laboratory
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Feb 2014 - Sep 2015
Represent optical laboratories and provide business consultation and training to doctors and staff. Consultative-selling and account management for a geographic territory of customers. Provide corporate trainings for groups at industry events. Develop long-term strategic alliances with customers to grow their business.Update customers with the latest in product technology and innovation.
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De Rigo
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Italy
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Luxury Goods & Jewelry
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300 - 400 Employee
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Account Executive
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Mar 2013 - Feb 2014
Luxury eyewear sales through distribution by De Rigo Vision USA of brands such as: Chopard, Givenchy, Zegna, Lanvin, Carolina Herrera, Escada and Police. Excellence in customer service, communication and details. Knowledge of company’s range of products and services, and implementation of corporate philosophy and policies. Customer support and training about our products’ features, benefits, specifications and technical aspects. Visual merchandising and display coordination to maximize in-store brand image. Developing and maintaining monthly and quarterly sales objectives. Show less
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TAG Heuer
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Switzerland
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Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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700 & Above Employee
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Account Executive - TAG Heuer Eyewear & FRED Lunettes
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Sep 2010 - Feb 2013
Sales of luxury and designer eyewear to an established customer base, as well as developing new prospects within assigned territory. Knowledge of company’s range of products and services, and implementation of corporate philosophy and policies. Customer support and training about our products’ features, benefits, specifications and technical aspects. Visual merchandising and display coordination to maximize in-store brand image. Developing and maintaining monthly and quarterly sales objectives. Show less
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Director of Interior Design
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Apr 2009 - Sep 2010
Management of design staff, daily administrative duties and management of project workload.Generate design contracts for customers to improve design department revenue.Lead sales calls to present design department’s capabilities and value to potential clients.
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Account Executive
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Feb 2008 - Sep 2010
Generated repeat business, built an extensive list of clientele through networking and business referrals.Excellent customer satisfaction ratings, customer service and follow-up record.
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Project Manager
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Mar 2006 - Feb 2008
Performed lead role in design and management of multiple concurrent projects including corporate, educational, government and healthcare environments.Advised clients and contractors to determine factors affecting the planning of interior environments, such as color coordination, schematic design, budget and brand image.Managed the fabrication, installation and arrangement of selected materials, finishes and furnishings for each project.
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Designer - Commerical Interiors
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Aug 2003 - Feb 2008
Collaborate with clients to enhance the quality of work life and improve business performance through design.
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University of Michigan
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Architectural Draftsman & Design Intern
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Jan 2002 - Aug 2003
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Education
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1999 - 2003
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
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