Lauren L.

About Lauren L.

Hi, I’m Lauren! A dynamic leader who thrives at the crossroads of creativity, strategy, and results. With over 15 years of experience spanning retail operations, e-commerce strategy, and visual merchandising, I’ve built a career helping brands grow, innovate, and connect with their customers on a deeper level. From scaling my own boutique into a multi-million-dollar business to leading operations and merchandising strategies for national retail brands, my approach is rooted in innovation, efficiency, and a people-first mindset. I’m passionate about solving complex challenges, empowering teams, and delivering measurable results. What I Bring to the Table: Retail Operations Management | E-Commerce Strategy | Multi-Unit Leadership | Visual Merchandising Omni-Channel Retailing | Customer Engagement Optimization | Strategic Marketing | Brand Development Career Milestones: • Transformed Vintage Grace Boutique from a single-location startup into a $2.5M business with three stores and a thriving online presence. • Directed visual merchandising strategies for 580+ rue21 stores, aligning displays with marketing campaigns to drive in-store sales. • Managed omni-channel operations at Chico’s, refining tools and training 500+ Social Stylists to integrate digital and in-store experiences seamlessly. • Created innovative solutions during the pandemic to drive e-commerce growth, maintain customer loyalty, and sustain profitability. Whether it’s building a brand, streamlining operations, or crafting a customer experience that stands out, I bring strategy and heart to everything I do. Let’s connect—I’d love to share how my expertise can help your business achieve its goals.

Experience

1. Manager of Visual Merchandising - Calia

   DICK'S Sporting Goods

   May 2025 — Present

Education

• Saint Vincent College

  Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

  2001 — 2005