Allison Guess
About Allison Guess
Allison Guess is a Category Manager in Ecommerce with a background in retail and business management. She has held various positions at Pottery Barn and Santa Clara University, and she currently works at Joy.
Current Role at Joy
Allison Guess serves as the Category Manager for Ecommerce at Joy, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing product categories and optimizing online sales strategies. Her experience in the ecommerce sector allows her to implement effective merchandising and promotional tactics to enhance customer engagement and drive revenue.
Previous Experience at Pottery Barn
Allison Guess worked at Pottery Barn from 2019 to 2023, where she held two positions. Initially, she served as the Assistant Buyer for Occasional & Media Furniture, contributing to product selection and inventory management. Later, she advanced to the role of Associate Buyer for Bedding from 2021 to 2023. Her tenure at Pottery Barn provided her with valuable insights into retail operations and product development.
Education and Academic Background
Allison Guess studied at Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that, she attended Notre Dame Academy in Park Hills, Kentucky, from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she participated in IES Abroad, focusing on Business and International Affairs since 2017, which expanded her global perspective in business practices.
Internship Experience
Allison Guess gained practical experience through various internships. She worked as a Retail & Technology Intern at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. in 2018 for two months, where she assisted in technology integration within retail operations. Additionally, she served as a Development Associate Intern at Parents Helping Parents from 2017 to 2018, where she supported fundraising and outreach initiatives.
Leadership Roles at Santa Clara University
During her time at Santa Clara University, Allison Guess held several leadership positions. She was a Peer Advisor at the Leavey School of Business from 2016 to 2019, providing guidance to fellow students. She also served as the Senior Lead at Duke's Business Service Center during the same period. Furthermore, she was involved in Delta Gamma, where she held the roles of Director of Annual Anchor Games and Assistant Director of Recruitment from 2016 to 2017.