Lori Powers
About Lori Powers
Lori Powers is a Hospitality Major Account Manager at Cintas, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in sales and management across various roles at Cintas, she focuses on enhancing guest satisfaction and operational efficiency for clients in the hospitality industry.
Current Role as Hospitality Major Account Manager
Lori Powers currently serves as a Hospitality Major Account Manager at Cintas, a position she has held since 2012 in the Greater Chicago Area. In this role, she works consultatively with a diverse range of clients, including hotels, casinos, restaurant groups, and entertainment venues. Her focus is on enhancing guest satisfaction and operational efficiency for these establishments. Lori manages a portfolio valued at $5 million and aims for a year-over-year growth of 15-20% in new business.
Previous Experience at Cintas
Lori Powers has extensive experience at Cintas, having held multiple positions since 1995. She served as a Sales Consultant from 2000 to 2005 in the Phoenix, Arizona Area, followed by a role as General Manager for one year in the same region. From 2006 to 2008, she was the Regional Director of Sales in the Greater Chicago Area. After this, she worked as a Global Account Manager from 2008 to 2012, also in the Greater Chicago Area, before transitioning to her current role.
Early Career at Target
Before her tenure at Cintas, Lori Powers worked at Target as a Softlines and Hardlines Manager from 1993 to 1994. This role provided her with foundational experience in retail management and customer service, contributing to her later success in sales and account management.
Educational Background
Lori Powers studied at Illinois State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Apparel Marketing from 1988 to 1992. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Statistical Quality Control for Apparel Manufacturing from 1994 to 1996. Her academic background supports her expertise in the hospitality and apparel industries.
Focus on Hospitality Industry Solutions
In her current role, Lori Powers focuses on providing solutions tailored to the hospitality industry. These solutions include uniform programs, branded floor mats, fire protection services, first aid and safety programs, and restroom supplies. Her work emphasizes improving image, safety, and cleanliness for her clients, aligning with industry standards and enhancing overall guest experiences.