• Product development and project management for hard & soft goods.• Research & development of new materials and manufacturing techniques.• Product testing and certification.• Supplier sourcing in Asia and worldwide.• Maintaining good supplier relationships.• In depth comparative factory analysis and quantitative evaluation.• Managing and leading teams.• Hiring and training new staff.• Experience with: helmets, protective gear/equipment, goggles, gloves, face masks, balls, inflatable products, bags, backpacks, luggage, fitness/training products, sport sticks, leather goods, composite material, travel products, caps/hats, various accessories, & custom products.• Product knowledge in sporting goods industry: baseball, softball, American football, ice hockey, football/soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, basketball, cricket, skiing, snowboarding, inline skates.
Listed skills include Product Development, Management, Product Design, Leadership, and 15 others.