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Lori Hess

Los Angeles

Summary

Strategic luxury retail leader with a proven record of driving sustained business growth, elevating client experiences, and developing high-performing teams across flagship and premium environments. Skilled in client acquisition and retention, VIP and studio services, public relations, and operational excellence, with a history of exceeding commercial objectives and fostering talent. Recognized for building cross-functional partnerships, implementing scalable business strategies, and shaping high-impact initiatives that support long-term brand success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Supervisor

Rimowa, LVMH
Rodeo Dr Flagship, Beverly Hills, CA
05.2025 - Current

Sales supervisor at RIMOWA’s Rodeo Drive flagship, accountable for leading, coaching, and developing a team of 16 across front- and back-of-house functions while ensuring consistent execution of Maison standards. Drive commercial performance through disciplined clienteling, outreach, and appointment strategies, embedding CRM best practices and accountability to deliver double-digit year-over-year growth in client business and sustained achievement of monthly targets. Cultivate a high-performance, inclusive culture by providing continuous feedback, supporting professional development, and acting as a trusted escalation point for complex client and operational matters. Partner cross-functionally with PR and Marketing on store-level initiatives, including celebrity gifting and special requests, while safeguarding brand equity and adherence to corporate guidelines. Balance people leadership with operational and commercial excellence to support long-term business growth.

Studio Services

James Perse Enterprises Inc.
West Hollywood, CA
02.2022 - 05.2025

Studio Services professional operating at an Assistant Manager level, supporting store leadership in day-to-day operations, commercial strategy, and talent development. Demonstrated strong business acumen and market awareness, regularly presenting store performance and initiatives to company leadership including the founder, president, and regional teams across both coasts. Contributed to sales strategy and goal-setting, driving consistent performance while managing a high-value personal client book and coaching Client Advisors to develop and grow their own clientele. Oversaw stylist memos and studio business, successfully rebuilding the program to $100K in its first year post-return. Developed and implemented operational tools and documentation to improve efficiency, organization, and execution across daily business functions. Provided leadership coverage in the absence of the Store Manager and during special projects, conducted monthly associate touchbases to identify opportunities and reinforce selling standards, and managed PR requests in alignment with company guidelines.

Full-Time Stylist

AllSaints
Century City, CA
02.2021 - 02.2022

Top-performing stylist in the highest-volume AllSaints location on the West Coast, ranking second nationally behind the New York flagship and consistently delivering $650+ in sales per hour. Recognized as a trusted floor leader, frequently setting the pace during peak business and supporting team execution through elevated product knowledge, selling standards, and calm decision-making under pressure. Built strong client retention through proactive relationship management and outreach prior to the formal launch of company clienteling systems. Demonstrated deep expertise across ready-to-wear, accessories, and footwear, advising both clients and peers on fit, fabric, and product lifecycle. Identified for advancement into floor leadership based on consistent performance, reliability, and ability to positively influence team results.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
06-2021

Skills

  • Commercial & Financial Acumen: Retail math, KPI analysis, inventory management, business reporting, and performance forecasting
  • Client Strategy & Development: Client acquisition, retention, VIP/consignment business, CRM platforms, and long-term relationship management
  • Sales Leadership & Growth: New business development, achievement and over-performance of sales goals, multi-store support
  • People Leadership & Talent Development: Recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, feedback, time management, and task delegation
  • Brand, PR & Stakeholder Engagement: Public relations coordination, executive-facing communication, and brand representation
  • Operational Excellence & Reliability: Business strategy execution, prioritization, punctuality, and consistent follow-through

Timeline

Sales Supervisor

Rimowa, LVMH
05.2025 - Current

Studio Services

James Perse Enterprises Inc.
02.2022 - 05.2025

Full-Time Stylist

AllSaints
02.2021 - 02.2022

Associate of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Santa Monica College
Lori Hess