Kara Baldev

Kara Baldev, Assoc. AIA, is an experienced professional in architectural sales and business development within the coatings industry, currently serving as Enterprise Manager for Coil & Extrusion Coatings at Sherwin-Williams since June 2016. Baldev has a strong track record of implementing sales strategies across business units and fostering relationships with national accounts and building owners to enhance sales opportunities. Prior to Sherwin-Williams, Baldev held important roles at Valspar, Euramax, Stonhard, Armstrong World Industries, and USG, where significant contributions included launching new business initiatives, managing sales forecasting, and increasing revenue in various markets. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and MBA coursework at DePaul Driehaus College of Business.