Regional Sales Director, East Location: Remote - Based in East Coast major metro (ie. NYC, Boston, DC, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Charlotte) Employment Type: Full-time Reports to: Chief Commercial Officer Salary Range: Based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable law Join Us at Lingrove At Lingrove, we're redefining the future of interior design with ekoa—our award-winning, eco-friendly, high-performance interior product line. Made from rapidly renewable flax plants, ekoa delivers the natural beauty of sustainable design with the durability architects and designers need. It's wall protection and millwork material that's good for people, design, and the planet. We're not just selling a product—we're on a mission to change the built environment for the better. If you're passionate about sustainability, love building meaningful relationships, and thrive on driving growth, we'd love to meet you. About the Role We're looking for a Regional Sales Director, East to lead and grow our network of independent rep agencies, distributors, and OEM partners serving the architecture, interior design and product design communities. This isn't just a management role—it's a chance to be the connector, motivator, and creative strategist that helps bring ekoa into spaces where sustainable design matters. You'll work closely with motivated rep groups, equip them with tools and knowledge, and open doors in the A&D, OEM, and end user worlds that drive real impact. Our ideal teammate: Resourceful, driven, easygoing, approachable. A great communicator with a positive, can-do energy. Someone who pairs strategic thinking with genuine relationship building. A believer in good design, healthy materials, and doing business with integrity. Someone with a great sense of humor who pairs working hard with having fun. What You'll Do Lead and inspire distribution partners & independent rep groups to hit sales targets and expand market share. Own quarterly/annual sales targets and keep CRM system pipeline data up to date. Build strategies to increase ekoa adoption in architecture and design projects. Train and support rep agencies, distributor reps, and partners so they're fully equipped to champion our products. Track trends and competitor activity to spot opportunities and guide product direction. Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, materials, partnerships, and events. Show up in the industry—attend trade shows, events, and networking opportunities to expand awareness of the ekoa brand and grow connections. Evaluate & evolve our rep network to support aggressive, sustainable growth. Maintain alignment with company policies and industry regulations. Collaboration & Culture Partner with Marketing, Product, and Executive teams to align sales with our broader mission. Help shape internal processes that streamline sales, tracking, and project management. Foster a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Qualifications We know that not every great hire "checks every box," so if this sounds like you—apply even if you're close but not exact: Bachelor's degree in Business, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field. 5+ years of A&D-targeted sales experience (product or sales team management experience a big plus). Strong working knowledge of sustainable certifications (LEED, Declare, Climate Pledge 2030). A record of meeting or exceeding sales goals in an A&D driven sector. Excellent communicator and presenter. Willing to travel ~50% of the time in the Eastern region. Proficiency with CRM/PM software (salesforce,hubspot), Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. Bonus skills: Strong presentation and negotiation chops. Strategic planning and execution expertise. Deep understanding of A&D products and sustainable design. Networking and relationship-building savvy. Comfort with budgeting and financial management. Decisive problem-solving ability. Curiosity and openness to leveraging AI tools for smarter, quicker selling. Why You'll Love Working Here Immediate eligibility for comprehensive health benefits. Employee stock options. Sales tools provided: laptop, samples, and branded collateral. The chance to leave a lasting mark on the sustainable design world. A passionate, collaborative team that's serious about having a great time while we work to change the world. How to Apply If this sounds like your next chapter, send your resume to We'd also love to see a cover letter outlining examples of your sales wins, creative marketing efforts, or other work that shows your approach and results. We can't wait to welcome a new teammate who shares our vision for a beautiful, healthy and sustainable built environment. Lingrove is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.