Lindsay Wells

About Lindsay Wells

With over two decades of experience, I have led multi-site/multi-unit operations, driving $200M in annual revenue across 118 stores in eight states, representing 50% of the company’s total revenue. I supported a region with 900+ employees, mentoring district and store managers to become strong leaders and drive high performance. My leadership is focused on scaling teams, transforming operations, and creating fun, collaborative, and high-energy cultures where employees and customers thrive.At Pet Supermarket, I started as a sales associate and worked my way up to Senior Director of Regional Store Operations, contributing to the company’s growth from fewer than 75 stores to 228. I was part of the transition from private ownership to being acquired by a private equity firm, Roark Capital, and navigating the challenges of scaling and restructuring during that period: Led operations across 118 stores in 8 states, driving $200M in annual revenue, and played a key role in the company’s expansion from fewer than 75 stores to 228. Personally guided the opening of 33 new stores, expanding market presence and increasing customer engagement through tailored operational strategies. Mentored and promoted 7 district managers from store manager roles, building a strong leadership pipeline and empowering teams to exceed performance expectations. Achieved 15.9% comp sales growth in 2021 and 5.9% in 2022, consistently outperforming company averages and contributing to overall revenue success. Introduced Pets in the Classroom, a community outreach program, and spearheaded innovative employee engagement programs like Paw Points and Bucket List to enhance retention and morale.I am deeply invested in seeing people and teams grow, and my leadership is fueled by genuine empathy and a passion for helping others succeed. I love to take charge of challenges, and I thrive when working in environments that encourage creativity and innovation. I am driven by the desire to see companies and teams reach new heights, and I enjoy contributing to a company that values culture and collaboration as much as I do.I love to travel, work with teams in diverse locations, and explore different cultures and ideas. And, as an avid fisherwoman who has fished almost every lake in the state, you will often find me on a lake in North Carolina.

Experience

1. District Manager

   Total Wine & More

   Sep 2025 — Present · Raleigh, NC, US

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)