Cristina "Nina" Perez
Nina Perez is a dynamic Territory Manager at LIXIL Water Technology Americas, where she partners with showrooms and custom home builders across New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and Delaware. With a strong foundation in interior design and a decade of customer-facing sales experience, Nina blends technical knowledge with creative insight to deliver high-impact solutions to homeowners, designers, architects, and contractors. Her strategic mindset and ability to cultivate relationships have positioned her as a key contributor in the plumbing fixtures and building products industry.
Nina holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Kean University’s Michael Graves School of Architecture and is currently completing her MBA in Digital Marketing from Fort Hays State University. Her professional journey—from managing fast-paced hospitality operations to leading territory sales for industry leaders—reflects her adaptability, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether managing multi-million-dollar product lines or developing go-to-market strategies, Nina remains passionate about design, innovation, and creating meaningful client experiences.
• Fort Hays State University- M.B.A.
• Kean University- B.F.A.
• NKBA
• AIA
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to hard work, a deep dedication to the field, and a collaborative spirit that drives me to work closely with others to achieve great results.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is: You can do anything you put your mind to—just stay the path, remain focused, and never give up.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is this: You don’t have to fit into any box—embrace your individuality, because we are the future of strong, visionary leaders.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now is ensuring every customer feels truly valued, satisfied, and confident in their decision to stay committed to our brand.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Going the extra mile is one of the most important values to me—by giving my best effort and supporting others, I believe our district can exceed goals and achieve remarkable success together.