Allyn Embree

Design professional skilled at creating impactful visual solutions. Proven track record of transforming ideas into compelling designs that align with clients' visions and business goals. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic environments, bringing creativity and precision to every project.

PRINCIPAL CABINETRY DESIGNER & PROJECT COORDINATOR at HAVEN & EMBER RENOVATIONS INC. (2025-09 – Present)

• Onsite sales and design consultations, sourcing, pricing materials
• Drafting/3D rendering, sourcing 3rd party quotes
• Generating quotes, tracking payments, accounting
• Creating contracts/waivers/informational material
• Preparing and presenting quotes, acquiring sign-offs, and PO or payment
• Project management

SENIOR DESIGNER at ELEGANT WOODWORK INC. (2021-04 – 2025-05)

• Managing assigned clientele of luxury builders, designers, and homeowners
• Preparing and presenting quotes, acquiring sign-offs, and PO or payment
• Preparing job quotes, consulting with homeowners and designers on design, materials, and finishes, creating and drafting individual and tender designs using Cabinet Vision V11
• Drafting and maintenance of materials waivers, agreements, and processes
• Creation and teaching of Lunch & Learn series for outside designers & builders

SENIOR DESIGNER at KINGSWOOD CABINETS LTD. (2020-07 – 2021-04)

• Managing assigned clientele of builders, designers, and homeowners
• Driving business through service excellence, managing and collecting scheduled payments
• Preparing job quotes, consulting with homeowners and designers on design, materials, and finishes, creating and drafting individual and tender designs using Cabinet Vision

SENIOR DESIGNER at KINGSWOOD CABINETS LTD. (2018-03 – 2018-07)

• Managing assigned clientele of luxury builders, designers, and homeowners
• Preparing projects for drafting and revisions, reviewing and approving designs, ordering cabinetry and hardware, designing custom cabinets
• Aiding homeowners and designers in selection of materials and finishes
• Preparing and presenting quotes, acquiring sign-offs, and PO or payment
• Site visits to confirm measurements, correct framing errors, and approve installations

TERRITORY FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE at MASCO – KRAFTMAID CABINETRY (2018-07 – 2019-12)

• Establishing and maintaining business relationships with store personnel to promote sales and gain market share
• Providing training, product education, and support for store personnel
• Analyzing metrics to develop and execute plans to increase sales
• Addressing product, warranty, and service issues
• Using SalesForce for daily operations, tracking, and follow-up

BUSINESS MANAGER at WESTRIDGE CABINETS LTD. (2015-07 – 2016-03)

• Managing assigned clientele of luxury builders, designers, and homeowners
• Preparing projects for drafting and revisions, reviewing and approving designs, ordering cabinetry and hardware, designing custom cabinets
• Aiding homeowners and designers in selection of materials and finishes
• Preparing and presenting quotes, acquiring sign-offs, and PO or payment
• Site visits to confirm measurements, correct framing errors, and approve installations

SALES LIAISON/DESIGN CONSULTANT at WOODCRAFT KITCHEN CABINETS LTD. (2015-07 – 2017-12)

• Managing assigned clientele of builders, designers, and homeowners
• Creating and drafting cabinetry designs, using Solid 8.0
• Presenting quotes, acquiring sign-offs, and PO or payment

KITCHEN DESIGNER / PROJECT COORDINATOR at THE HOME DEPOT CANADA (2007-09 – 2014-12)

• Assessing client needs, advising of product selection, and generating quotes
• Creating and drafting cabinetry designs, including tender designs, using 2020 v.8.
• Training of new Designers and Kitchen and Bath sales staff
• Setting expectations, maintaining accurate records, preparing installation quotes and design packages
• Expediting kitchen orders, co-ordinating installation dates and service calls
• Developing strong vendor and installer relationships
• Technical oversight and consultation on all installed cabinetry designs

DIPLOMA in DANCE PERFORMANCE – Grant MacEwan Community College, Edmonton (1991-09 – 1994-06)

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES IN THE FINE ARTS – Concordia University, Montreal (1996-09 – 1999-06)