Lyla Hustad
About Lyla Hustad
Lyla Hustad is a Senior Key Account Manager at SmartyPants Vitamins, where she has worked since 2021. With a diverse background in account management and planning across various companies, she is known for her strong analytical skills and ability to form genuine connections with clients.
Current Role at SmartyPants Vitamins
Lyla Hustad serves as the Senior Key Account Manager at SmartyPants Vitamins, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Los Angeles, California, she focuses on managing key accounts and developing strong relationships with clients. Her role emphasizes her ability to connect with others, which is a fundamental aspect of her professional approach.
Previous Experience at The Flex Company
Before her current role, Hustad worked at The Flex Company as a Senior Account Manager from 2020 to 2021. During her one-year tenure in Los Angeles, California, she was responsible for managing client accounts and fostering relationships, contributing to the company's growth and client satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Hustad studied at the University of Minnesota, where she earned an Individualized B.S. Degree with a focus on Mass Communications and Retail Merchandising from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she attended Australian Catholic University for 11 months in 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in account management and retail strategies.
Career Path and Roles at Target
Lyla Hustad held multiple roles at Target from 2013 to 2020. She began as a Planning Analyst, then transitioned to Senior Planning Analyst, and later served as an Associate Buyer and Merchandise Planner. Her diverse experience at Target equipped her with strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of retail operations.
Early Career and Skills Development
In her early career, Hustad worked as a Student Office Assistant at the University of Minnesota from 2008 to 2012, and as a Product Manager at Gina Marie Vintage for 8 months in 2012. She also gained experience as a Buying Assistant/Customer Support Specialist at Evereve. These roles contributed to her development of creative problem-solving skills and her ability to form genuine connections with clients.