Lesley Hampton

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Warmth Ambassador/Sales Associate at Manitobah Mukluks

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Lesley Hampton is an Anishinaabe artist and the founder of her eponymous, size-inclusive fashion label. Her work champions Indigenous representation, mental wellness, and body neutrality, earning features in Vogue and runway shows at major fashion weeks. She holds a BA from the University of Toronto and a diploma from George Brown Polytechnic.

Having grown up internationally in places like Australia and Indonesia, Lesleys multicultural background informs her passion for diversity and inclusivity. She is also a model and a public speaker on topics of Indigenous entrepreneurship and decolonizing the fashion industry. Her designs have been worn by celebrities like Lily Gladstone and Lizzo.

Her Rainbow Warrior Skirt sold out shortly after its national television debut on The Kelly Clarkson Show, worn by actress Lily Gladstone.

Personality Overview

Amiable & Agreeable

Non-Confrontational

Consensus Focused

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.  They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Indigenous Representation
Her brand's mission is to decolonize fashion standards and create space for authentic representation. She frequently presents at Indigenous-focused events and casts Indigenous talent.
Body Neutrality
A core pillar of her brand, she advocates for body neutrality and size-inclusivity, challenging traditional Eurocentric beauty standards on the runway and in her designs.
Mental Health Awareness
Her brand explicitly focuses on mental wellness, and she speaks about the importance of work-life balance for entrepreneurs, stating "my business isn't thriving unless I'm thriving. "

Media Appearances

A Year of Artistry, Learning, and Warmth. Featured in Manitobah Mukluks (Manitobah USA blog)

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Work History

2019 - 1-2020
Warmth Ambassador/Sales Associate at Manitobah Mukluks
2018
Model at BNM Model Management
2017
Fashion Designer and Creative Director at LESLEY HAMPTON
8-2013 - 9-2013
Sewing Instructor at The Sewing Studio
2-2013 - 9-2013
Studio Intern at The Sewing Studio

Education

2016 - 2017
Ontario College Diploma from George Brown Polytechnic
2012 - 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from University of Toronto Mississauga

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Insights For Selling To Lesley

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers

DONT's

  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Avoid overloading them with too much information
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Lesley is

  • Relationships and rapport matter to them, but so does the value of the product.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Lesley

  • They probably won't say no directly.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Lesley move?

  • They are not the ones to make fast decisions, even while they stay committed.
  • Can Lesley take some risk or not?

  • If it seems really necessary, they can take small risks.

You And Lesley

Personality Compatibility


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