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Stephen Phillips is a seasoned executive with a strong background in management consulting, sales, and leadership development. He has held various leadership positions in companies such as SPbiz, Dillard's Department Stores, and PJ Phillips, where he drove growth, revenue expansion, and operational improvements. Phillips holds a degree from the University of Louisville - Kentucky Southern College.

Experience

    • Management Consultant
    • Operations Manager
      • 2012 - 2014

      Cash and Inventory Control, Systems, Audits, Human Resources, Merchandising, Support Areas

    • Development Officer
      • 2009 - 2012

      Corporate Acquisition and Revenue Growth. Among Metro Atlanta's largest agencies, revenue gains; tripling sales during the three years.

    • Real Estate
      • 2006 - 2008

      Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) courses and designation; International Council of Shopping Centers, Senior Certified Leasing Specialist (SCLS); Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) candidate.

    • President CEO
      • 2004 - 2005

      Led Acorn's development from a small business platform, to a regional chain, operating retail units across the Eastern U.S. (Michigan to Florida and Kansas to Washington, DC). Acorn's average store sales doubled during expansion. Acquired by Christopher & Banks 2004.

    • President CEO
      • 1996 - 2004

      Re-engineered the business strategy for three unique retail companies; Gilmore's Department Store, Redwood & Ross (24 stores) and Acorn (25 stores). Led corporate Merchandising, Marketing, and operating initiatives, driving double digit margin expansion and reducing corporate expenses 32...

    • President CEO
      • 1987 - 1996

      Developed business from concept to profitability within 18 months. Subsequently expanded to 46 outlets, and completed a successful IPO.

    • President
      • 1976 - 1987

      (VP GMM '76-'85) Led organization's turn-a-round and regional growth. Collaborated with Allied Stores International to develop proprietary product for 50 retailers operating 300 stores. Established $1,000,000.+ operating profit.

Education

  • University of Louisville - Kentucky Southern College

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