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Castle Rock, CO, US

Castle Pines, CO

Started a new brand name in the Consumer Electronics industry, and has brought new product ideas to the forefront. Set-up several Rep-Groups across the US to introduce and place the new iDEA product assortment.

Castle Pines, CO

Securing distribution of VistaQuest, Speedo, and HP products to National Accounts throughout the U.S.

Created and implemented national business plans for growth of General Merchandise category for Kroger Company including 7 divisions across the United States.Generated $12 million in annual sales and obtained 35% of total category as a result of aggressive sales and promotional planning.Increased market share 42 points over a four year period due to very.

Directed sales force and service group of eight in the achievement of a $55 million sales plan. Managed sales, forecasting, budgeting, advertsing, and long term planning.

Led marketing development and performance of the Hanimex/Vivitar Group in Canada. Role encompassed: strategic planning and implementation, budgeting and performance management, merchandising, operations, staffing and motivation, asset and expense management, contribution to product development and sourcing, external relations and corporate image.

Managed sales force consisting of 25 Account Managers to deliver against $118 million sales plan.Strengthened relationships with all key national accounts by reviewing stragetic plans and innovating promotional packages. Partnered with senior sales staff to build business at key national accounts including Wal-Mart, Target, Ritz Camera, Costco, Walgreens.

Managed international sales division in the achievement of annual sales plan of $16 million. Territories included Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia Pacfic, Central & South America, and the Caribbean. Directed sales, training, support and coordination of company distributors in the markets.