SUMMARY
KELSEY K. EVANS
317.753.8499 KKRZYST@GMAIL.COM OAK PARK, IL
Creative and people-centered emerging interior designer with a background in management, team leadership, sales and client experience. I bring a strong design point of view especially in bold use of color, space planning, and storytelling-driven environments. My past experiences as a student-athlete and fitness studio leader sharpened my discipline, grit, and deep appreciation for collaboration. I’m excited to help clients feel seen, supported, and inspired through thoughtful, functional design and to grow within a firm where curiosity, empathy, and big ideas are always welcome.
SKILLS
• Software: Autodesk AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, CET, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Project Management: reporting, timeline coordination, and team collaboration
• Photography (shooting and editing) and Social Media Management
EDUCATION
• College of DuPage – Associate of Applied Sciences, Interior Design, August 2025
• Institute for Integrative Nutrition – Holistic Health Coach Certification, September 2015
• Emory University – Bachelor of Arts, Art History & Visual Arts (Photography), High Honors, August 2011
WORK EXPERIENCE
Pvolve, Studio Manager
October 2022 – February 2025
• Increased studio revenue by 53% and membership by 62% in 2023 by optimizing sales strategies, client engagement, and operational efficiency.
• Led team training and mentorship, ensuring team members excelled in sales, client interactions, and brand representation.
• Managed all aspects of client experience, understanding client needs and translating them into solutions
Orangetheory Fitness, Studio Manager June 2017 – October 2022
• Launched studio in 2017 and grew studio membership over 45% in the first 18 months of operation
• Established and optimized studio operations including communications, work streams, team building, sales processes, facility management, marketing, and events through innovative and strategic problem solving.
• Managed the team that contributed to the highest revenue generating Orangetheory location in the Midwest region back-to-back quarters in 2019
City Year Chicago, Operations Manager and AmeriCorps Volunteer August 2011 – July 2016
• Managed service experience for 500+ AmeriCorps Volunteers, addressing HR functions and compliance
• Co-managed $200,000 corporate sponsorship agreement with the Chicago Transit Authority demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness in meeting sponsor needs and fulfilling contractual obligations
• Directed a diverse team of peers in executing 10+ large-scale volunteer service events
• Facilitated and maintained critical partner relationships (Comcast, The Chicago White Sox) through responsive and mindful communication defining and negotiating project parameters and systems.
VOLUNTEER WORK + AWARDS
• Finalist of the Kravet Design of Distinction Competition, Residential Studio, December 2024
• Winner of the Kravet Design of Distinction Competition, Furniture, Specifications & Budgets, April 2024
• Little Heroes League Associate Board Secretary, January 2020 – January 2022
• Mural at Addison and Avondale Event Day Coordinator, July 2012
• Division III NCAA Volleyball National Champion, November 2008