Bensons Trading Company is a family owned company that has been in business for over 60 years. The company has established themselves as a Manufacturer, Importer, Wholesaler and Retailer with a diverse range of products such as Showbags, Novelty and Redemption Items for gaming machines and also Plush. Trading as Showbags.com.au we are the leading Showbag retailer and wholesaler at Agricultural Shows throughout Australia who also specialise in fundraising for Schools, Sports clubs and… Show more Bensons Trading Company is a family owned company that has been in business for over 60 years. The company has established themselves as a Manufacturer, Importer, Wholesaler and Retailer with a diverse range of products such as Showbags, Novelty and Redemption Items for gaming machines and also Plush. Trading as Showbags.com.au we are the leading Showbag retailer and wholesaler at Agricultural Shows throughout Australia who also specialise in fundraising for Schools, Sports clubs and fetes.Product Development & Marketing, 2015 - present Show less

A global leader for over a decade in digital marketing and online commerce technology. Nextag has designed, built and implemented the scalable technology that powers many of the world's largest and fastest-growing e-commerce companies. The Nextag platform utilizes Monetization and Campaign Management Suites. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices in Tokyo, Hamburg and Gurgaon, India.Senior Account Manager (Australia, US, Canada), 2012 - April 2015Account Manager… Show more A global leader for over a decade in digital marketing and online commerce technology. Nextag has designed, built and implemented the scalable technology that powers many of the world's largest and fastest-growing e-commerce companies. The Nextag platform utilizes Monetization and Campaign Management Suites. Headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices in Tokyo, Hamburg and Gurgaon, India.Senior Account Manager (Australia, US, Canada), 2012 - April 2015Account Manager (Australia), 2010 - 2012• Establish, maintain and grow market for online shopping site www.nextag.com.au in Australia worth $3M US• Manage US retailers portfolio worth $15M US which include eBay, Macys, Wayfair, Overstock and Dell• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with top-tier business partners. I.e. Publishers and affiliates such as Channel Advisor, CPC Strategy, dgm, iprospect, Linkshare, Shopping.com• Develop and implement marketing aids across different social media platforms to highlight and re- iterate company’s value proposition• Analyse performance data and recommend solutions through account plans with focus on improving ROI • Negotiate contracts, customer pricing to expand revenue/margin and increase conversion • Work with internal teams to develop solutions to expand business growth and resolve issues Show less

Working in Haven Global Division. Haven Licensing is the largest licensing agent managing portfolios of predominantly entertainment brands in Australia worth in excess of $500M. Brands include: Marvel, Sony, Sanrio, Fox, Lucas Films, MGA, HIT Entertainment, Sesame Street, Nickelodeon and Lego.Global Business Manager, 2008 - 2009• Identified available licensing opportunities, secured rights, and developed/manufactured new product lines• Represented brands on behalf of principals… Show more Working in Haven Global Division. Haven Licensing is the largest licensing agent managing portfolios of predominantly entertainment brands in Australia worth in excess of $500M. Brands include: Marvel, Sony, Sanrio, Fox, Lucas Films, MGA, HIT Entertainment, Sesame Street, Nickelodeon and Lego.Global Business Manager, 2008 - 2009• Identified available licensing opportunities, secured rights, and developed/manufactured new product lines• Represented brands on behalf of principals and managed all aspects of their brands globally with retail• Partnered with companies to place product at retail globally through distributors• Negotiated contracts and royalty rates with brand principals• Established relationships and communicated with key retailers, licensees, distributors and promotional partners• Developed strategic marketing plans to build brand exposure and generate revenue to maintain brand integrity • Presented brands to all retailers, licensees and distributors• Travelled and attended events/trade shows to seek new licensees and maintain existing clientele relationships• Conducted market research to remain up to date with new developments and industry trends Show less

Playworks was one of the most successful manufacturing, distribution, and licensing firms. Their strength was in developing new, product lines for intellectual properties such as Disney, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, Lucas Films, and Cartoon Network.Marketing & Sales Director, 2008Research & Development Manager, 2006 - 2008• Spearheaded Creative, R&D and sales team - staff of 5 with a brand portfolio worth $20M • Managed all creative approvals for sales team to present… Show more Playworks was one of the most successful manufacturing, distribution, and licensing firms. Their strength was in developing new, product lines for intellectual properties such as Disney, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, Lucas Films, and Cartoon Network.Marketing & Sales Director, 2008Research & Development Manager, 2006 - 2008• Spearheaded Creative, R&D and sales team - staff of 5 with a brand portfolio worth $20M • Managed all creative approvals for sales team to present product lines and pricing with retailers• Conducted market research to identify new categories and developed lines to expand and grow the business• Secured factories in China to manufacture product lines and negotiated production contracts• Established product ranges and wholesale prices based on company margin and profit goals• Coordinated marketing plans for major retail promotions, catalogues, pricing guides, brochures, web, etc. for all retailers such as Target, Kmart, Big W & Australia Post• Presented planograms and product lines to retailers and licensing agents Show less

In Good Care (IGC) is a recognized manufacturer/distributor of baby nursery lines such as Bertini, Mother's Choice, Go Safe, ZuZu, Disney, and Holden licensed products. All IGC brands are distributed to mass and specialty retailers worldwide.Business Manager, 2004 - 2006• Implemented & sold product lines in the baby nursery industry worth at retail $32M. My portfolio consisted of $5M Speciality (including Myer, David Jones), Kmart $8M & Big W $4M• Presented brand product lines… Show more In Good Care (IGC) is a recognized manufacturer/distributor of baby nursery lines such as Bertini, Mother's Choice, Go Safe, ZuZu, Disney, and Holden licensed products. All IGC brands are distributed to mass and specialty retailers worldwide.Business Manager, 2004 - 2006• Implemented & sold product lines in the baby nursery industry worth at retail $32M. My portfolio consisted of $5M Speciality (including Myer, David Jones), Kmart $8M & Big W $4M• Presented brand product lines and “exclusives” to all speciality and mass retail buyers• Liaised with factories to source and design product, maintaining budget, margin and cost• Responsible for extensive marketing efforts including in store training, road shows, consumer trade shows Show less

Gaffney’s played a key role in the birth of the Australian licensing industry 30 years ago. As Australia's leading independent licensing agent, the firm was responsible for introducing licensing to Australia, including Coca-Cola, and Playboy. Gaffney’s was responsible for taking Australian brands to international markets, including The Wiggles and The Crocodile HunterBrand Manager, 2003 - 2004Holden Marketing Merchandise Coordinator, 2002 - 2003• Managed portfolio of brands… Show more Gaffney’s played a key role in the birth of the Australian licensing industry 30 years ago. As Australia's leading independent licensing agent, the firm was responsible for introducing licensing to Australia, including Coca-Cola, and Playboy. Gaffney’s was responsible for taking Australian brands to international markets, including The Wiggles and The Crocodile HunterBrand Manager, 2003 - 2004Holden Marketing Merchandise Coordinator, 2002 - 2003• Managed portfolio of brands • Secured worldwide license properties with brand owner and develop product ranges for retailers & licensees• Presented brands to retailers such as David Jones, Myer, Target, Kmart, Big W and with licensees• Travelled and attended trade shows to seek new licensees and build partner relationships• Worked with TV, advertisers, licensees and retailers to prolong life of existing properties and introduce new consumer categories• Managed Holden Dealers merchandise program with Holden dealers & retailers worth $1M at retail Show less

Telstra is Australia's leading telecommunications and information services company, with one of the best known brands in the country, including land line, mobile and Australia’s largest cable company, FOXTEL.National Account Executive, 1998 - 2002Demand Sales Representative, 1995 - 1998Customer Service Representative, 1994 - 1995• Managed telecommunications portfolio of customers worth $60M. Accounts included: Mayne Nickless, Salvation Army, Victorian Racing Association… Show more Telstra is Australia's leading telecommunications and information services company, with one of the best known brands in the country, including land line, mobile and Australia’s largest cable company, FOXTEL.National Account Executive, 1998 - 2002Demand Sales Representative, 1995 - 1998Customer Service Representative, 1994 - 1995• Managed telecommunications portfolio of customers worth $60M. Accounts included: Mayne Nickless, Salvation Army, Victorian Racing Association, Tabcorp, Cricket Australia and The Australian Football League• Negotiated contacts and tender bids with customers and with internal chain of command• Lead team of 8 staff including, engineers, support staff and service managers• Achieved monthly targets (NPV) consistently and grew accounts in portfolio• Managed weekly meetings with staff for planning, report writing, tender bids and strategy plans on accounts Show less