Since October 2023, I have been on a career break to focus on personal growth, healing, and pursuing my passion for helping others. This period has been transformative and has allowed me to develop in ways I never thought possible. Here are some highlights:- Yoga Certification: Completed 200-hour certification and 50-hour Next Level Leadership training.- Reiki Training: Achieved Level 1, Level 2, and Reiki Master Certification.- Breathwork Facilitator: Certified as a Breathwork Facilitator.- Psychedelic Facilitator & Integration Coach: Certified through Sound Mind Institute.- Sound Healing: Completed Sound Healing certification.Additionally, I have invested in my personal development through regular therapy and life coaching, which has been instrumental in processing grief and enhancing my overall well-being.

Logistics Accomplishments: - Implemented comprehensive logistics processes covering domestic outbound shipments and international freight forwarding for import and export, optimizing efficiency and reducing errors.- Conducted extensive carrier vetting, collected lane data, and skillfully negotiated costs, resulting in the selection of a strategic carrier mix.- Achieved a remarkable improvement in on-time delivery performance, elevating it from 88% to an impressive 97% during my tenure.- Implemented cost reduction strategies that decreased overall logistics costs by 30%, focusing on standardizing SOPs and eliminating the need for expensive expedited shipping methods.- Established a 48-hour turnaround window for shipments and ensured clear communication of SOPs across the organization to minimize last-minute expedited shipments.- Streamlined import freight forwarding, significantly lowering costs from over $10.00 per kg to an average of $5.70 per kg while working with 2-3 freight forwarders.Procurement Accomplishments:- Implemented a comprehensive scorecard system and robust tracking measures to monitor all outstanding purchase orders (POs).- Tracked production start and completion dates, forwarder pickup dates, and other critical milestones to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.- Established prioritization methods for outstanding orders and improved forecasting accuracy.- Implemented project management tools using ClickUp to streamline processes from lead generation to final production, including RFQ generation and landed cost tracking.- Formalized the quoting process for outsourced vendors, enhancing cost transparency and supplier relationships.- Implemented stringent quality control measures for China production, including consultation with a third-party consulting firm

Led a team of 6 to successfully support the Business Development team in processing all front-end and back-end requests including RFQs, invoicing clients, and writing purchase orders to our vendor. Served as key liaison to our China factory in communicating project details for hardware customizations. Provided forecasts, production planning, and sourcing services on a project by project basis. Oversaw the selection of an ERP system for our company and appointed as the lead project manager to oversee the successful implementation of the software.- Streamilined all Sales Operations processes by implementing SOPs and utilizing project management tools and ERP system- Implemented all aspects of our ERP system: perpetual inventory management, order management, inventory counts, pick and pack system, b2b point of sale, purchase orders, project management, etc. - Oversaw production planning, forecasting, and streamlining of logistical processes- Managed the sourcing of high-end packaging for our hardware and drove our original cost down by 25%

● Worked cross-functionally with Asia Sourcing VP and team, U.S. product Business managers, and planning teams, as well as China/India/Egypt/Turkey overseas office teams and managers.● Managed 3rd party testing with Asia team, to ensure products reached our stated specifications.● Identified and evaluated suitable vendors for the manufacture of large roll-out/promotional/replenishment programs● Provided product proposals, costs, tool plans and development schedules to other cross-functional resources for evaluation. Drove consensus on ultimate supplier selection and awarded project.● Coordinated cost negotiation and approval for all cost changes for all products within assigned product categories; managed the price change notification process and ensured proper loading into SAP. ● Participated and won multiple high-dollar RFQ’s for many large US retailers.● Continually drove and negotiated cost improvements and cost avoidance. ● Collaborated with supply chain teams locally and abroad to ensure product availability by means of capacity analysis: vendor capacity, allocation and management.● Served as main point of contact between Mohawk and vendor when resolving issues that had reached an impasse with other functions.● Directed the development of internal process improvement initiatives that contributed to successfully reaching the goals of the business. These initiatives involved leading a multi-functional team to develop and meet objectives.

● Worked with 100+ suppliers in China, Vietnam, India, Thailand, Malaysia, and USA to develop, manufacture, and ship hundreds of SKUs of products to QVC & HSN as well as other retailers● Developed and maintained relationships with current suppliers by utilizing strong people skills and Chinese● Negotiated pricing, licensing contracts, as well as other contract deals with inventors and suppliers● Identified 100+ new product ideas, vetted, and began sourcing/development

● Helped start Product Sourcing Division within Made in China, revenue goal for ourdivision was 20 million by year-end● Manage customer relationships, research products, source products, manage product production and logistics● Worked with cross-functional teams in both US and China to integrate processes and maximize revenue● Presented weekly meetings in both Chinese and English● Managed Amazon store creation, listing creation, marketing campaigns

● Acted as primary connection with all Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Japan clientele, who pay upwards of 10$K per package, through establishing trustworthy relationships with the clients and the company● Produced weekly webinar series in Chinese and English about miscellaneous business/e-commerce topics to attract new clients and to help current clients● Worked together with the sales department to align expectations with fulfillment and minimize cancellations/escalations● Successfully fulfilled on packages worth over $100,000

● Led market research and identified top suppliers for IT hardware within Cat’s EAME region, initiated contact with top name vendors, and began the bidding process● Participated in EDI and MFT RFPs evaluating IBM, Onetext, and Liaison’s bid proposals and awarding contract to the company who met Cat’s specifications● Summarized RFI submissions from multiple printing companies, evaluating which ones should be considered as future suppliers, began second round submissions● Participated in Master Contract agreement negotiations with level three buyers and legal counsel

Startup business, $60,000 in sales first year, 4 employees Co-Manager (Oversaw production of 60+ custom furniture orders) • 50% faster production by streamlining production and quality mgmt. processes• 20% lower manufacturing costs through supplier negotiations and lean inventory management• Achieved 100% order deadlines, received 20+ 5 star reviews, and became #10 seller of baby gates on Etsy

Sports apparel supplier, services global race events---Oversaw production of 20+ event orders, lead 700 plus employees:• 20+ shirt orders met specifications by using six sigma practices for various clothing materials• Achieved 100% order deadlines for 300,000+ clothing items by establishing strong supplier relations• Reduced manufacturing costs of US Military sparring helmets by 30% through supplier negotiation and vetting

15 million members, 130 nations Volunteer Representative (70+ hours/ week in service and public relations) • 10% greater output by leading 40 training classes to 30+ peers in culture & teaching skills• Taught English classes to 750+ natives ages 8-70 by adjusting lessons based on class demographics• Used project management methods to set goals & regular milestones w/ one-on-one follow-up for results