Lisa Carlson
About Lisa Carlson
Lisa Carlson serves as the VP of Global Sales Strategy and Operations at Advantage Solutions, where she focuses on enhancing sales team efficiency and effectiveness. With a robust background at Best Buy and Target, she has a proven track record in driving growth and managing large-scale operations.
Current Role at Advantage Solutions
Lisa Carlson serves as the VP Global Sales Strategy and Operations for CDS at Advantage Solutions. She has been in this role since 2023, operating remotely from the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. In her position, she focuses on enhancing global sales team efficiency and effectiveness by developing comprehensive sales strategies and operationalizing them through the creation of tools, materials, and processes.
Career at Best Buy
Lisa Carlson has held multiple positions at Best Buy, contributing to various departments and initiatives. Her roles included Divisional Merchandise Manager, Director Services National Field Support for Geek Squad, and Sr Director Services Strategy for Geek Squad. She also served as Sr Director Innovation for New Store Formats and led the cultural integration of teams during mergers and acquisitions. Her tenure at Best Buy spanned from 2000 to 2022, where she managed full P&L for multi-million and billion-dollar businesses.
Experience at Target
Prior to her extensive career at Best Buy, Lisa Carlson worked at Target in several capacities. She began as a Demand Planning Analyst and progressed to roles such as Buyer for Dry Grocery & Lawn & Garden and Assistant Buyer for Movies. Her experience at Target lasted from 1990 to 1999, providing her with foundational skills in retail management and merchandising.
Educational Background
Lisa Carlson studied at St. Olaf College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. Additionally, she attended the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business, where she completed a Mini Master of Business Administration with a focus on Business Management and Healthcare Management in 2018. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in sales and operations.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Throughout her career, Lisa Carlson has initiated and led inclusion and diversity efforts that have positively impacted business strategies. These initiatives have fostered healthy environments within organizations, contributing to overall profitability. Her commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects her understanding of its importance in driving business success.