April Sabral

Ask April AI

Train Your Managers, Retain Your Team, Attain Your Goals.

If you want to train your managers to lead with confidence, drive sales, and create exceptional customer experiences, Ask April AI is your go-to solution.

Ask April AI simplifies training and development for small to mid-sized business owners, managers, and executives in retail, hospitality, and salons.

We bring together AI-powered coaching, online courses, podcast-style learning, course creation, live coaching, and a thriving community—all designed to help location-based businesses elevate customer experience through stronger leadership.

Founder

April Sabral Leadership

Working with some of the largest retail brands in the world to adopt 'The Positive Effect' throughout their organization.
'The Positive Effect' teaches
organizations and their leaders how to adopt a positive mindset, foster a collaborative culture, and hold their teams accountable.

CEO & Lead Coach - We Build Leaders who have a Positive Effect on People and the Bottom Line.

Miami Design District Chamber of Commerce

My role as the Executive Director of The Newly Formed Chamber of Commerce of The Design District is to build a community and support mechanisms for business owners in the Design District. As a former resident back in 2003 - 2006, and retail expert, I bring over 26 years of experience. I'm proud to be back in Miami in a meaningful way. email info@miamidesignchamber.org for more info on how to get involved. 


The Miami Design Chamber of Commerce envisions a globally recognized hub where luxury, creativity, and commerce intersect, driving economic prosperity, innovation, and cultural influence. 
We aspire to be the premier business alliance that elevates high-end retail, designer fashion, fine dining, residential developments, and media production studios, ensuring the Miami Design District remains a world-class destination for art, fashion, and commerce.

Mission Statement

The Miami Design Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to empowering businesses by providing resources, strategic partnerships, and growth opportunities that amplify brand visibility, profitability, and community impact. Through innovation, collaboration, and excellence, we foster a thriving business ecosystem that enhances the district’s global reputation as a premier luxury and cultural destination.

We achieve this by:

✅ Advocating for member interests and ensuring a pro-business environment.

✅ Facilitating exclusive networking opportunities that drive high-value partnerships.

✅ Hosting elite industry events to position the Miami Design District as a center for luxury and innovation.

✅ Providing tailored business support to help members navigate challenges and scale their success.

✅ Showcasing the district’s excellence through strategic media, marketing, and global outreach.

Through our commitment to excellence, influence, and economic impact, we ensure that every business within the Miami Design District flourishes in a highly competitive global market.

Executive Director

retailu

The largest online on demand management skill building training library
retailu Courses are now part of ASK APRIL AI

Founder  - NOW ASK APRIL AI

RETAILConX Summit

As the Co-Founder of RETAILConX our mission is to create a type of summit in the retail industry that promotes the collaboration between tech and the people who power it.

Co-Founder

Forbes Coaches Council

Official Member

Ardene

Supported lead the Ardene USA store expansion on a contract, with a goal to recruit and succession plan a Regional Director to take on all operations and stores permanently. This was successfully accomplished during my contract.

Lead USA Retail growth

DAVIDsTEA

Lead and inspired US and CA retail teams of 238 stores to deliver the brand promise through a team of remote regional directors. Developed content for internal leadership programs and national sales conferences. Managed additional support functions including customer service, operations, training and education, store design maintenance and leasing. Was a key member of the executive team to build strategy, attract talent and deliver strong voice of the customer results.

VP of  Global Retail Sales & Operations, Canada & USA

National Director Retail Sales, Canada

Regional Director, Retail Sales & Operations Eastern Canada

Holt Renfrew

Creation and Implementation of all operation, merchandising and people best practices.
Provided insight and direction to senior leadership team that supported building the brand by driving sales and profitability.

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Laura Canada

Director of Sales for Laura and Melanie Lyne
Lead a team of 8 Regional Managers that managed a chain of sixty four stores in Ontario- largest Volume for the region

Director of Sales

Responsible for multi site, lead a team of 15 stores in the the core of Toronto. A volume malls.

Regional Manager

Our team at April Sabral Leadership collaborates with top-tier retail, beauty and hospitality brands to improve 'The Positive Effect' of leadership, focusing on a positive mindset, teamwork, coaching skills, and accountability. 

With over 25 years in the retail industry and executive leadership roles at Starbucks, Apple, and Banana Republic, I have dedicated my career to creating thriving workplaces. My passion for positive leadership inspired the founding of April Sabral Leadership, where we coach, train, advise, and consult leaders to drive exceptional team performance and culture.

Expanding our impact, I launched Ask April AI, an innovative, AI-powered coaching platform designed to revolutionize leadership development in retail, hospitality, and service-based businesses. Leveraging personalized AI-driven solutions, Ask April AI empowers managers and owners to improve employee retention, enhance performance, and build teams that achieve sustainable growth.

As the author of "The Positive Effect," I believe in the transformative power of positivity in leadership to inspire meaningful change.

Let's connect and discuss how leadership, positivity, and innovation can elevate your team and organization.

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