from beauty counters to boardrooms - a career built on empowering growth
hi, I’m Kim, founder of Illuminate Growth Group—and for as long as I can remember, I’ve been driven by one mission: helping people unlock their potential and grow with purpose. Whether it was at a beauty counter inspiring confidence, or in the C-suite scaling national brands, I’ve always been passionate about guiding others toward success.
My Journey
I started my career in sales on the retail floor, where I learned early on how powerful the right support and tools can be—especially for women navigating business, leadership, and self-expression. That same spark led me through a dynamic path in luxury goods, franchise operations, and organizational leadership, eventually becoming the U.S. CEO of House of Colour.
in every role, one theme has remained constant: empowerment fuels growth.
Where Experience Meets Impact
Throughout my career, I’ve led growth at scale—across sales, team development, operational efficiency, and strategic expansion. Some highlights include:
Quadrupling sales and EBITDA at House of Colour while leading U.S. expansion
Growing a network of personal stylists 5X and retaining 98% by coaching them to profitability
Launching strategic partnerships including a white-label affiliate marketing app
Scaling Salon Lofts’ footprint across 12 states, with 5X revenue growth in just 2 years
Spearheading national events and conferences to foster learning, connection, and innovation
This isn’t just a list of wins—it’s a reflection of what’s possible when you lead with vision, build smart systems, and develop people from the inside out.
My Values & Approach
I bring kindness, creativity, and discipline into every client partnership. I know what it’s like to lead from the front, build something from scratch, and wear every hat in the business. My approach is hands-on, strategic, and deeply intuitive—because no two businesses (or business owners) are the same.
whether you’re a solopreneur, a small team, or an emerging brand, my job is to light the path forward—so you can grow sustainably, profitably, and confidently.
Let’s Grow, Together!
If you’re ready to step into the next phase of your business with a clear plan, strong systems, and support from someone who’s walked the path—I’d love to meet you.
Why work with us?
Proven strategies tailored to small businesses and solopreneurs
Hands-on guidance—not just theory
A holistic, collaborative approach to your business growth
You are not meant to do this alone. We're here to help you move forward —with clarity, focus, and results.
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