Janice Tierney
@janicetierney
Experienced kitchen & bath designer and sales professional transitioning to remote online design roles.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced kitchen and bath designer with a strong background in showroom operations, field sales, and client-focused design delivery. I have owned and operated a boutique design studio and led territory sales for major cabinetry manufacturers.
Throughout my career I have managed product assortments, display merchandising, and created detailed cabinetry and countertop layouts using 20/20 design software. I regularly performed in-home measurements, created quotations, placed and tracked material orders, and coordinated installations.
In sales roles I trained retail designers and merchandising teams at large home improvement chains, developed training programs, and executed strategic plans to grow market share for multiple brand lines. I also performed virtual design work during the Home Depot Design Connect initiative.
I am currently selling my studio and intend to relocate to Florida while remaining in the industry, seeking remote/online designer opportunities where I can apply my hands-on design, training, and client coordination experience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Owner/Designer
Studio Luxe Kitchen Bath & Home Interiors
May 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Founded and operated a kitchen and bath design studio managing eight cabinetry lines, stone and tile displays, in-home measurements, design layouts, quotations, order tracking and delivery scheduling; preparing business for sale and transitioning toward remote design work.
Field Sales Representative
American Woodmark Corporation
Jan 2018 - Apr 2024 (6 years 3 months)
Managed Midwest Home Depot accounts promoting multiple cabinet and bath product lines, delivered training and merchandising execution, supported virtual design initiatives during COVID-19, and developed strategic plans to increase market share across the territory.
District Account Manager
RSI Home Products
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)
Oversaw sales and training for RSI product lines across Home Depot and Lowe’s stores in multiple states, executed POP merchandising, led designer training and vendor roadshows, and developed strategies to grow brand awareness and store execution.
Supervisor / Level GC III
Cognosante, LLC
Jan 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 11 months)
Supervised data entry and verification teams for a government subcontractor supporting Medicaid/Marketplace operations, led the Affordability Exemption Team, ensured compliance with HIPAA, and resolved complex consumer eligibility issues.
Independent Designer
Divine Living Interiors
Jan 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 11 months)
Provided residential kitchen and bath design services from a home office including special-order sales, in-home measurements, material selections and project coordination with installers and vendors.
Kitchen & Bath Designer
RSI Kitchen & Bath Design Showroom
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)
Handled commercial and residential design projects, produced 20/20 layouts, managed special-order sales and client coordination, and trained new designers on vendor products and 20/20 software.
Lead Cabinet Designer
Lowe's
Jan 2007 - Dec 2009 (2 years 11 months)
Led kitchen and bath design and special-order sales, supervised design assistants, performed 20/20 layouts and in-home measurements, and coordinated installations to meet project timelines.
Interior Design Sales Assistant
Bassett Home Furnishings
Jan 2004 - Dec 2007 (3 years 11 months)
Supported showroom sales and interior design presentations, conducted in-home measures, prospected commercial projects, and assisted with visual merchandising.
Social Services Manager
Delta Center for Independent Living
Jan 2002 - Dec 2003 (1 year 11 months)
Supervised a caseload of ~30 adult consumers with disabilities, provided counseling and social services, managed Medicaid reporting, and coordinated home health aide hiring and training.
Sales Manager
Vision Comm Inc.
Jan 1996 - Dec 2001 (5 years 11 months)
Managed commercial contracts and a sales team for hospital payphone accounts, recruited and supervised staff, and optimized site placements to increase revenue across national accounts.
Interior Design Sales Specialist
Gundaker Better Homes & Gardens Realtors
Jan 1990 - Dec 1995 (5 years 11 months)
Managed lot and spec home sales, oversaw interior selections and kitchen/bath specifications for new builds, coordinated with contractors and trained sales assistants.
Parent Aide Specialist II
Northeast Community Action Coalition
Jan 1985 - Dec 1990 (5 years 11 months)
Supervised caseload of 20–30 at-risk children and parents, delivered parenting and reintegration programs, coordinated with courts and foster care, and managed community resources.
Youth Employment Counselor
St. Charles County Government
Jan 1984 - Dec 1985 (1 year 11 months)
Supervised and placed ~35 at-risk youth in job training programs, monitored work periods, and supported successful completion to avoid juvenile detention.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Missouri St. Louis
1985 - 1987
Attended the University of Missouri–St. Louis from 1985 to 1987.
Florissant Valley Community College
1982 - 1983
Attended Florissant Valley Community College from 1982 to 1983.
St. Mary's College
1979 - 1981
Attended St. Mary's College from 1979 to 1981.
Ft. Zumwalt Senior High School
High School Diploma, High School Diploma
Graduated in December of senior year of high school.
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Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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