Cara Collins

Cara Collins has extensive experience in the retail industry, with a focus on sales, marketing, and procurement. Cara has held leadership positions in various companies, including Trinchero Family Estates, Integrated Marketing, Sam's Club, and Wal-Mart Stores Incorporated.

At Trinchero Family Estates, Cara served as the Senior Director of National Retail Development, overseeing accounts such as Publix, Southeastern Grocers, and ABC Fine Wine and Liquors. Cara managed a large territory covering seven states and 1800 stores, contributing to 45% of assigned territory gross revenue. Prior to this role, they were the Director of National Retail Development at the same company, responsible for managing Sam's Club across the country.

During their time at Integrated Marketing, Cara served as the VP of Client Services & Business Operations. Cara played a crucial role in implementing a cutting-edge concept and developing a new "Road Show" business with a joint venture company for Sam's Club. Cara also handled various tasks such as creating training documents, negotiating vendor contracts, and conducting business analysis.

At Sam's Club, Cara held several positions, including Fresh Senior Manager and Corporate Road Show Buyer. As the Fresh Senior Manager, they managed the Produce/Floral territory, overseeing the financial and operational performance of 200+ associates in 35 clubs. Cara also played a key role in executing a merchandise tour in over 600 clubs as the Corporate Road Show Buyer, achieving significant sales growth.

Before Sam's Club, Cara worked at Wal-Mart Stores Incorporated as an Apparel Regional Buyer. In this role, they developed merchandise plans, purchased special events and shop concepts, and created store traits and clusters for the menswear and boyswear assortment.

Throughout their career, Cara has consistently delivered results, driving sales and profit growth across various categories and locations. Cara has a proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders and suppliers, and their contributions have had a significant impact on the companies they have worked for.

Cara Collins holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing/Marketing Management, General from Florida State University. The exact duration of their education at this institution is not specified.