David Pietila

David Pietila is a retail merchandise manager with a strong focus on store layouts, product adjacencies, space optimization, planograms, displays, fixtures, and point-of-purchase strategies.

He has successfully led teams in implementing merchandising strategies across more than 325 retail stores for a major home improvement retailer.

With expertise in project management and collaboration, David excels in managing multiple projects simultaneously under strict timelines.

His roles have involved overseeing graphic designers, purchasing point-of-purchase materials, hiring and training merchandising staff, developing merchandising software, and designing retail fixtures.

David has hands-on experience in fieldwork, including building displays and traveling across the Midwest, along with conducting training sessions for store personnel.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing with an impressive GPA from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.