Sierra Gage
Sierra Gage is a dynamic retail leader and emerging marketing professional with a passion for training, brand growth, and field operations. Currently completing her Bachelor's degree in Marketing & Advertising at Grand Canyon University (expected November 2025), Sierra combines academic knowledge with real-world management experience. As a Store Manager at Claire’s, she has led high-performing teams, exceeded sales goals, and earned recognition for consistently achieving district-level incentives. Her leadership style focuses on accountability, collaboration, and delivering exceptional customer experiences, making her a standout in both operational execution and team development.
Prior to Claire’s, Sierra advanced to Level 5 at In-N-Out Burger, where she refined her skills in high-volume operations, employee training, and customer service excellence. These roles have shaped her into a versatile professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is dedicated to continuous learning and growth. With a strong foundation in marketing strategy, team leadership, and customer retention, Sierra is eager to transition into roles in brand management, sales strategy, or training. She is open to relocating nationwide and is actively seeking opportunities where she can make a lasting impact through her drive, creativity, and results-oriented mindset.
• Grand Canyon University- Bachelor's
• Marketing & Advertising
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to resilience. Losing my mom at a young age, taught me to be independent early on. I didn’t have much support growing up, but with my grandma’s love and my own determination, I’ve learned to push through obstacles even when the odds were against me. Every challenge in my life became proof that I could rise above my circumstances-and that mindset has carried me into leadership and beyond.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to trust that pressure reveals your strength. On the hardest days, when I thought I couldn’t handle it, I discovered I was capable of more than I realized. That lesson taught me to embrace challenges and use them to grow-personally and professionally.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young woman entering this industry is to lead with your own vision, not what others expect of you. Believe in yourself and your ideas, even when no one else does. Don’t wait for permission-create your own opportunities, take risks, and invest in learning. Step into leadership even if you feel unprepared, and trust that you are capable. Build your own doors, walk through them, and invite others along-but always protect your peace. Your creativity, curiosity, and resilience are your greatest strengths, and they will take you farther than you ever imagined.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in this industry is standing out in a crowded market while staying true to your vision. There’s pressure to follow trends or replicate what’s already been done, but the real opportunities come from creativity, innovation, and connecting with people. For women especially, there’s a chance to redefine leadership and show that resilience, collaboration, and fresh ideas can be just as impactful as years of experience. I see these challenges as opportunities to inspire others, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are humility, accountability, and resilience. Humility keeps me grounded and reminds me to always keep learning. Accountability pushes me to take ownership of my actions, my teams, and the results we create. And resilience has shaped who I am-it’s the ability to push forward through challenges, adapt under pressure, and still find strength in the process. These values guide the way I lead, connect with people, and build opportunities not only for myself, but also for the next generation of leaders.