Dave Builta has over 15 years of experience in the cosmetics industry, specializing in skincare, color, and fragrance. He was one of the original trainers at Sephora USA who developed their industry-leading training program. Currently he works as a skincare consultant at Sephora in Dallas and has held various leadership and training roles with brands like Lancome, Urban Decay, and Italian luxury goods lines. He has a bachelor's degree from St. Mary's University and a proven track record of exceeding sales goals and growing business.

1. DAVE BUILTA
2727 Kings Road #2113 214-418-9132
Dallas, Texas 75219 DRBuilta@aol.com
PROFILE
Leader in education and training with extensive cosmetics industry experience. Motivator and mentor
with proven business and communications background. One of five original Sephora USA trainers who
developed industry leading Science of Sephora program, demonstrating a vast knowledge of skincare,
color and fragrance. Strong leader driven by change and exceptional customer satisfaction. Major market
experience working in San Francisco, Dallas, and New York City. Studied artistry in Paris, France. Core
competencies include:
• Training & Development • Sales & Business Growth • Team Leadership
• Professional Artistry Expertise • Brand Relationship Growth • Event Planning /
Execution
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SEPHORA,GalleriaDallas Skincare Consultant-Dallas,TX
2015-Present
• Assisted cast to increase Skincare sales by 16% comp, the highest in district
• Selected to attend advanced training programs including Skincare Encore
LANCOME,Dillards Counter Manager – Dallas,TX
2014-2015
• Led sales team and developed customer reward/acknowledgement programs
• Developed/ executed plan with counter team members to exceed seasonalgift
• Provided ongoing training to counter team and department
Ulta Beauty – Dallas,TX
2012 – 2014
Part-Time Prestige Consultant
• Educated store guests on more than 20 upscale cosmetics brands.
• Exceeded established department sales goals.
• Assisted with events and work as team to maintain department.
• Lancome Specialist dedicated to sales and education for brand at location
The Italian Collection – Dallas,TX 2011 – Present
Ambassador ofStyle
• Establish accounts and build business relationships for bespoke 100% “Made in Italy” by hand luxury
clothing, fashion jewelry, and leather goods brands new to United States market to luxury and
specialty boutiques.
• Promote brands through Italian Chamber of Commerce Expo and various trunk shows and work with
numerous professional organization

2. URBAN DECAYCOSMETICS - Dallas,TX
2008 - 2011
Area Sales & Field Manager
• Consistently achieved over $8M in annual sales.
• Handled 103 retail doors in Texas, the Southwest, and the Southeast.
• Managed direct reports with an eye on numbers while conducting continuing product education.
• Trained and led Urban Decay field team in high-level artistry skills, sales and service techniques.
• Built solid relationships with in-store management to grow the brand.
SEPHORA - Dallas, TX
2000 - 2008
Education Traveling Team
2004 - 2008
• Delivered advanced artistry programs, demonstrating multiple techniques in New York City and San
Francisco while partnering with numerous brands and industry partners.
• Instructed trainers on the road to assist new employees with the Sephora culture and sales
expectations.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, cont.
Product Expert 2001 - 2004
• Conducted product knowledge training for key brands in stores.
• Researched and developed portions of Science of Sephora Skincare Encore advanced program.
• Traveled extensively to train peers in skincare, color, and fragrance in the highest market.
Lead Consultant, Skincare and Color 2000 - 2004
• Ensured sales goals were met while contributing to major portions of revenue at Northpark Center.
• As a key holder, handled opening and closing procedures, including cash.
• Set the tone to exceed LY sales, motivating and mentoring the sales team.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, English/Communication Arts & Marketing
St. Mary’s University - San Antonio, Texas
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Software
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Dress for Success Miss Texas America Scholarship Program Texas State University