La'Verra Gilliam

La'Verra Gilliam is an experienced retail leader with a strong background in district management, currently serving as the District Manager for rue21 in Houston since August 2021. With a focus on team building, coaching, and innovative business strategies, La'Verra has successfully driven sales growth across multiple locations. Previously, La'Verra held the position of District Sales Manager at Cato-it’s Fashion Metro, overseeing operations in Houston, San Antonio, and Louisiana while fostering a collaborative environment that led to significant business development. Earlier experience as an Area Manager at Fallas Paredes included managing a portfolio of four store locations and achieving year-over-year sales growth through effective training and customer engagement strategies. La'Verra holds an Associate's degree in Business and Fashion Merchandising from St. Louis Community College.