Linda Gunn Paton

Vice President of Customer Experience @ Sklar Furnishings

About

Senior sales and customer experience executive with a background in luxury retail, furnishings, and brand-led organizations. I specialize in leading teams, developing customer-centric strategies, and aligning sales execution with brand and operational goals.In my current role as Vice President of Customer Relations, I oversee customer experience, sales leadership, and strategic partnerships, working closely with internal teams to ensure consistency, collaboration, and service excellence. I bring a leadership approach that is both strategic and hands-on, focused on clarity, accountability, and team empowerment.Across my career, I have led national and regional sales teams, supported leadership development, and helped organizations scale their sales and customer engagement capabilities. I am especially energized by opportunities that allow me to mentor talent, strengthen culture, and build long-term customer relationships.

Country

United States

City

Boca Raton

Industry

Furniture

Skill

Merchandising Collaboration, Luxury Brand Management, National Sales Leadership, Retail Partnerships, Key Account Development, Brand Strategy, Sales trategy, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership Development, Regional Sales Leader, New Market Expansion, Product Launch Planning, National Sales Management, Multi-Unit Operations, Sales Operations, Retail Leadership, Sales Strategy, Performance Management, Talent Development, Customer Engagement

Experience

Vice President of Customer Experience

Sklar Furnishings

2023-12 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

Boca Raton, Florida

Provide executive leadership across customer experience, sales strategy, and strategic partnerships for a luxury furnishings organization. Lead cross-functional teams spanning sales, design, and marketing to ensure a cohesive, high-touch client experience aligned with brand standards. Serve as a key driver of culture, leadership development, and long-term growth initiatives.

Director of Business Development, Sales and Marketing Sklar Furnishings

Sklar Furnishings

2019-1 - 2023-12 · 5 yrs

Boca Raton, Florida

National Sales Director

Sanibel Sunglass Company

2017-6 - 2019-1 · 1 yr 8 mos

Sanibel, Florida

Oversaw national sales operations and retail performance across a multi-location organization. Led sales strategy, talent development, and brand initiatives while partnering closely with leadership to align operations, merchandising, and customer engagement. Played a key role in fostering a collaborative, performance-driven culture.

Southeastern Regional Manager

Maui Jim Sunglasses

2015-4 - 2017-6 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Directed regional sales strategy and account leadership across a large, diverse geographic territory. Led and developed account executives while partnering with internal stakeholders to support product launches, market expansion, and customer engagement initiatives. Focused on building strong relationships and consistent execution across markets.

Senior District Sales Manager

Luxottica

2007-11 - 2015-4 · 7 yrs 6 mos

South Florida

Led regional sales teams representing premium fashion and performance brands within a complex, matrixed organization. Focused on team development, strategic account management, and operational alignment to strengthen market presence. Played a key role in leadership development and organizational effectiveness initiatives.

National Sales Director

Michele Watches

2000 - 2004 · 4 yrs

Aventura, Florida, United States

Provided national sales leadership for a luxury timepiece brand, working closely with retail partners to strengthen brand presence and customer engagement. Supported merchandising strategy, account development, and alignment between brand standards and in-store execution.