Kris Riley
Managing Partner Vice President of Business Development @Design Systems, Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Managing Partner Vice President of Business Development @Design Systems, Inc.
Farmington Hills, MI, US
As the Vice President of Sales & Client Development, my primary role involves steering our company\'s sales and client relationship strategies. My responsibilities include developing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy and forecast that aligns with our corporate goals. A key part of my job is to provide corporate leadership and foster the development of cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive approach to market challenges.An additional function of my role is the development of innovative marketing strategies that resonate with our target audiences and enhance our market presence. This includes continuous learning and market research to ensure Design Systems, Inc. remains proactively up to date with industry trends. Another significant aspect of my duties includes interfacing with our clients and identifying the best opportunities for each. Ensuring that we consistently add value to our project partners is central to my role. Client satisfaction remains a top priority, as I believe our success is deeply interconnected with the success and satisfaction of our clients.Last, but certainly not least, I aim to be a champion of our employees. To motivate and drive them to evolve with our company. To challenge their status quo and push them to be the best versions of themselves, to achieve mutual success both for their individual career goals and the corporate growth of DSI!Through this multifaceted role, I aim to drive our company’s growth by leveraging market opportunities and business development, fostering strong, enduring relationships with our clients and empowering our employees to grow and achieve their career goals and aspirations within DSI.
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ABOUT KRIS RILEY
With a career that spans ecommerce, consumer goods, aerospace and defense, and healthcare, I’ve built a strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing and practical problem solving. That path eventually led me to where I am today as Managing Partner and Vice President of Business Development at Design Systems Inc.I genuinely enjoy digging into complex challenges, bringing the right people together, and building solutions that move the needle. While I’m always focused on performance and results, what really keeps me motivated is the leadership side of the work. I find a lot of purpose in mentoring others, encouraging collaboration, and creating an environment where smart, driven professionals can grow into exceptional consultants and future leaders.I believe in being straightforward, earning trust, and staying hands on. I’m not afraid to roll up my sleeves when needed, and I hold myself and my team to a high standard. For me, success isn’t just about checking the boxes or meeting a target. It’s about consistently delivering meaningful results for our clients and pushing the boundaries of what we can accomplish together.Looking ahead, I’m focused on continuing to evolve our services to meet the changing needs of our clients and supporting the growth of our next generation of leaders. At the end of the day, it’s about making a lasting impact and keeping innovation at the heart of everything we do
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