Amanda Riggers
About Amanda Riggers
Amanda Riggers is a Trade Account Manager with extensive experience in the home decor and upholstery industries. She has held various roles, including department head and design consultant, and has a background in communications and visual arts from Fordham University.
Current Role at Chairish
Amanda Riggers serves as a Trade Account Manager at Chairish, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on managing trade accounts and fostering relationships with clients in the home decor industry. Her experience in various roles within the design and retail sectors contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Upholstery and Design
Amanda Riggers has extensive experience in upholstery and design. She worked at Queen Anne Upholstery & Refinishing as a Showroom Sales and Upholstery Designer from 2019 to 2022, where she played a key role in the reupholstery design process. Prior to that, she served as the Antiques & Vintage Upholstery Department Head at Rejuvenation from 2017 to 2019, contributing to significant category growth.
Marketing Initiatives and Product Management
During her career, Amanda proposed marketing initiatives aimed at enhancing the presence of Rejuvenation's A&V products. She demonstrated an understanding of the vintage resale landscape and current home decor trends. Additionally, her role at 6waves as Office Manager/Product Management involved overseeing various aspects of product management.
Educational Background
Amanda Riggers studied at Fordham University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Visual Arts from 2006 to 2010. She also completed her high school education at Holy Names Academy, graduating in 2010. Her academic background supports her expertise in design and marketing.
Recognition and Contributions
Amanda was featured in Luxe Magazine PNW's 'Meet The Maker' column in September 2018, highlighting her contributions to the design community. She also developed a system for tracking completed projects and sales, which informed product assortment strategies. Additionally, she was appointed to serve on a workplace cultural improvement committee, reflecting her commitment to enhancing workplace dynamics.