After years of researching the alternative medicine industry, a Midwest business team was assembled to further understand the benefits of natural compounds found in various plants, including the cannabis plant. As our knowledge increased about how cannabinoids positively interact with the body, our team was inspired to make a difference in the industry and find ways to improve the quality of life for everyone. Agrozen Life Sciences manufactures, markets, and distributes the highest quality health and wellness focused hemp products in the USA. Agrozen’s specialty line of CBD oil products for humans and pets alike are planted, harvested, and then processed using the purest CO2 extraction method to achieve the highest quality hemp oil for our products. All Agrozen branded CBD oil products are researched, lab tested, and strictly follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) throughout our processing facilities in the Midwest.Agrozen Life Sciences is positioned to be at the forefront of the plant-based industry and is constantly formulating and evaluating new hemp oil products for our valued customers. Agrozen believes that education, transparency, and outstanding customer service are the keys to our success.

Agrozen Holdings was established in 2018 as the investment division to support entrepreneurial activities within nutritional supplements and wellness business segments. Our focus is to fund businesses that have expertise in natural plant compounds and a deep understanding of sciences within the industry. Agrozen Life Sciences is the first company funded under this new directive and has rapidly developed and launched a series of high-quality products to be marketed under the Agrozen brand and sub-brands.

Recruited by the owner into foundational role to launch startup consumer products business with overseas manufacturing. Developed operations, sales channels, product lines, and marketing infrastructure for the successful launch of an upscale business.My strategic influence as VP Sales & Marketing was marked by: • Achieved year-over-year growth of 29%, 37%, and 54%, for three consecutive years respectively. • Created 8 product lines, including brand identity, to effectively market the company; recognized by industry trade magazines for innovative new product launches. • Increased company profitability by 6% while reducing logistics costs, by launching OEM and FOB programs to strategic customers.• Established a highly successful, store program with Home Depot and Lowe's to merchandise a new product.Specialties: OEM Growth Strategies, Product Launch, Product Life-cycle, P/L, Relationship Building, Business Operations

Selected to lead $1 billion business unit of $8 billion portfolio for a publicly traded global technology company providing consumer electronics products and services to the entertainment and media industries; headquartered in Boulogne, France with 30,000 employees, formerly Thomson, Inc.• Assembled and led core management team of 7 direct reports and oversaw hundreds of employees to run business operation offices in Toronto, Indianapolis, Miami, Mexico City, and Santiago.• Restructured Americas Sales and Marketing operation across North and South America to improve the consumer electronics business.• Increased USA consumer electronics market share by 2% points and achieved 44% YOY revenue growth in Latin America.• Oversaw merger and acquisition (M&A) activities

Initially hired as a Regional Product Trainer and quickly established myself as a world-class leader. My business skills were recognized by ongoing advancement through the following roles:Director, National Accounts (2002–2005)Americas Business Manager (2001–2002)Manager, Internet Marketing (2000–2001)Marketing Brand Manager (1999-2000)Manager, Key Accounts (1996-1999)Manager, Direct Sales (1995-1996)Regional Product Trainer (1994-1995)Throughout my career, I have worked across departments to achieve company objectives all while creating long lasting relationships. Whether I was part of the team or leading it, personnel around me knew I led by example and was an active listener to improve on objectives. My major achievements over 12 years were noted by measurable metrics with supporting awards:✔ Managed business operations for a $400M product category; achieved Consumer Reports Best Buy award.✔ Developed a winning sales strategy focused on large, big-box retailers.✔ Communicated RCA and GE brand objectives through retail partnerships, corporate sponsorships, and media outlets.✔ Launched D2C internet strategy; grew revenue to $15m in year 1✔ Received back-to-back business awards✔ Won Winner's Circle award for successful account managementSpecialties: OEM Strategy, Team Building, Global Business Management, Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Product Strategy, Brand Management.