Pam Kottas Gilbert

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About Pam Kottas Gilbert

An accomplished Business Development, Marketing, and Operations Leader.AS BUSINESS OWNER OF WAYZAYA JEWELERS, a local family-owned jewelry store dedicated to providing the finest jewelry products and in-store services, I manage operation and marketing responsibilities while also working closely with clients and vendors. Jon Gilbert, my husband, jewelry designer, and goldsmith, opened Wayzata Jewelers over a decade ago.MY DIVERSE BACKGROUND includes strategic planning, business development, marketing, brand management, sales leadership, operations, and product innovation. I manage projects from initial opportunity assessment through project planning and successful execution. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS• Created innovative product and marketing strategies adopted by competitive industry leaders.• Developed a highly successful brand from the ground up resulting in substantial revenue gains and industry positioning.• Unique combination of a business degree plus creative skills resulting in effective execution of innovative projects.A COLLABORATIVE AND ENGAGING LEADER, I work closely with internal teams and customers. I am highly strategic, resourceful, and creative, and I am known for my professionalism, exceptional customer service, and relationship management.