Kari Kisch
Denver,Aurora
Summary
Strategic sales and growth executive with over 20 years of experience driving commercial success in founder-led organizations across health and wellness, medical aesthetics, medical devices, performance nutrition, nutraceuticals, and professional skincare. Expertise in building commercial infrastructure, strengthening brands, and developing high-performing sales teams to translate complex science into effective growth strategies.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Education & Professional Development (Commercial Leadership & Business Development)
Truth Treatment Systems
Denver, Colorado
01.2019 - Current
- Strategic partner to executive leadership supporting commercial growth, sales strategy, product commercialization, and cross-functional initiatives.
- Architected the company's first comprehensive onboarding and sales enablement framework.
- Recruited, interviewed, mentored, onboarded, and developed commercial sales professionals.
- Managed relationships with 200+ professional accounts, enhancing support for national wholesale organization.
- Partnered with marketing to develop compliant packaging, positioning, and launch strategies, contributing to successful campaigns and educational content.
- Translated complex formulation science into practical commercial strategies, boosting customer confidence and facilitating faster adoption.
- Developed standardized provider protocols and education systems supporting regulated distribution channels.
Sales & U.S. Brand Development
AMIEA INTERNATIONAL GmbH
Berlin, Germany
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Expanded strategic partnerships through consultative business development, enhancing client engagement and loyalty.
- Expanded strategic partnerships through consultative business development and education-led selling.
- Strengthened customer retention through education, technical support, and relationship development.
- Strengthened customer retention by providing education, technical support, and fostering long-term relationships.
Founder | Brand Consultant
Kari Kisch Makeup & Style
Denver, Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles
2009 - 01.2019
- Established nationally recognized consulting business for luxury brands, executives, media organizations, production companies, and consumer brands.
- Provided strategic guidance on product launches, advertising campaigns, executive image, media productions, and national brand activations.
- Led teams of 6–15 professionals in executing television productions, corporate events, political campaigns, entertainment, and national pageants.
Co-Founder & President
Bhumi Makeup Brushes
Las Vegas, NV
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Directed product development, manufacturing, and wholesale partnerships to enhance brand strategy and educational outreach.
- Led commercialization from product concept to wholesale distribution, achieving retailer adoption and market presence.
Brand Manager
Modern Organic Products
Denver, CO
2007 - 2009
- Acted as a commercial brand expert supporting the national sales organization.
- Coached field sales representatives on product positioning and consultative selling, improving market development skills.
- Collaborated with leadership to enhance brand execution and drive commercial growth initiatives.
Senior Regional Sales Trainer
M·A·C Cosmetics
CO, AZ, NM, NV, TX
01.1992 - 01.2007
- Directed sales education initiatives across Arizona, Nevada, Texas, and New Mexico to elevate team performance.
- Recruited, interviewed, hired, onboarded, and developed retail artists and freelance professionals to strengthen talent pipeline.
- Developed future leaders through coaching, mentorship, and consultative selling.
- Managed regional sales performance and ensured KPI accountability to drive sales growth.
- Recruited, interviewed, hired, onboarded, and developed retail artists and freelance professionals.
Brand Image Consultant (Contract)
Dymatize Nutrition
Dallas, TX
2017 - 2020
- Executed national advertising campaigns, athlete branding initiatives, trade shows, and promotional events to enhance brand visibility.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to maintain brand consistency and elevate consumer experience.
- Analyzed client needs to develop personalized image strategies enhancing brand representation.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to align visual identity with company objectives.
- Conducted workshops on personal branding and professional attire for diverse clientele.
Education
Associate of Business - Business Management
University of Phoenix / North Hennepin Community College
MinneapolisLicensed Esthetician -
State of Colorado
Advanced Micropigmentation -
Berlin, Germany
Instructional Design -
Langevin Learning Services
Advanced Microneedling, PRP/PRF, RF & Exosome Education - aesthetics
Hot Yoga Teacher / Trainer - hot yoga
Skills
- Market Analysis
- Product launch
- Product Positioning
- Brand Strategy
- Customer Experience
- Commercial Leadership
- Campaign Management
- Business Development
- Consumer Insights
- Influencer Marketing
- National Account Development
- Cross-functional leadership
- Digital Marketing
- Team Development
- Creative Problem Solving
COMMERCIAL IMPACT
- Commercialized 100+ product launches across medical aesthetics, wellness, nutraceuticals, beauty, and consumer brands.
- Managed 200+ professional accounts while supporting a national wholesale network of 500–600 active partners.
- Educated 2,000+ professionals, coached 100+ sales professionals, and supported 500+ students entering the aesthetics profession.
- Partnered directly with founders and executive leadership on commercialization strategy, compliant packaging, positioning, launch campaigns, marketing initiatives, sales enablement, and customer communications.
- Represented leading brands at 50+ national conferences, trade shows, and product launch events.
Timeline
Director of Education & Professional Development (Commercial Leadership & Business Development)
Truth Treatment Systems
01.2019 - Current
Sales & U.S. Brand Development
AMIEA INTERNATIONAL GmbH
01.2017 - 01.2019
Co-Founder & President
Bhumi Makeup Brushes
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Regional Sales Trainer
M·A·C Cosmetics
01.1992 - 01.2007
Hot Yoga Teacher / Trainer - hot yoga
Advanced Microneedling, PRP/PRF, RF & Exosome Education - aesthetics
Founder | Brand Consultant
Kari Kisch Makeup & Style
2009 - 01.2019
Brand Manager
Modern Organic Products
2007 - 2009
Brand Image Consultant (Contract)
Dymatize Nutrition
2017 - 2020
Associate of Business - Business Management
University of Phoenix / North Hennepin Community College
Licensed Esthetician -
State of Colorado
Advanced Micropigmentation -
Berlin, Germany
Instructional Design -
Langevin Learning Services