Sara is the owner of a retail project management firm, with high-level experience across diverse sectors, specializing in construction, commercial projects, and retail growth consultancy. With a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects from conception to completion, Sara brings a unique blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience to the table.
After two decades focused on retail design and construction, Sara founded her boutique retail consultancy based in Vancouver in 2017. As the owner of Marquis Projects Inc., she acts as an owner’s representative, managing retail projects across North America. Sara works closely with direct-to-consumer brands in Canada and the US who are starting their brick-and-mortar journey. Her expertise encompasses project and team planning, budgeting, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Her experience played a pivotal role in the creation of her own retail business, co-founding an injectables clinic, Lifestory Beauty, on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver. In addition to raising funds, she was responsible for coordinating with a diverse group of stakeholders, managing resources efficiently, and fostering effective communication among team members. In its second year, the store has been successfully received by the community, with expansion plans in the future.
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