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At Blacksmith International we don't just manage supply chains for U.S. based consumer goods companies, we tightly integrate with existing teams to ensure that every aspect of product design through development and delivery is handled as efficiently as possible. We are your Chief Outsourcing Officer. Our team of over 30 professionals located in the U.S..

Park City READS is a local nonprofit advocating for recognition and education of dyslexic students. We promote elevating literacy through early identification of struggling readers, effective reading interventions and appropriate classroom accommodations. We provide resources and support to families with struggling readers, particularly those identified as.

Helping companies across the United States navigate critical development projects in the era of artificial intelligence.

The Salt Lake Chamber’s Small Business Committee (SBC) promotes and represents the interest of businesses with 100 or fewer employees. SBC members provide feedback and strategic advice relative to small business programs and initiatives of the Salt Lake Chamber. Specifically, the SBC focuses on the following:Evaluate and develop the resources the Chamber.

Product PowerUp is a community designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs! It’s entrepreneurial energy, innovation, and connection. Product PowerUp represents the latest trends in Product Design, Development, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Product Sales and Retail, Brand Building and Marketing.Built by startups for startups. We bring resources.

Phoenix, AZ, US

• Work closely with C-level executive team to articulate vision and strategy necessary to execute innovative change in marketing business strategy.
• Implement Product Marketing discipline within Apollo Group’s Technology and Innovation Group in support of new B2B platform strategy.
• Develop and articulate product strategy, marketing framework, and messaging to secure BOD support and funding.
• Build and maintain a highly functioning marketing and communications team responsible for all internal and external marketing functions.
• Work with key internal stakeholders and branding agency to develop a comprehensive new brand platform.

Westlake, Texas, US

• Developed growth strategy with an emphasis on acquisition and retention marketing programs responsible for achieving year over year growth targets despite significant market pressures.
• Expertise in building and growing the business from early phase through acquisition.
• Responsibility for annual domestic and international sales targets over $35M.
• Highly analytical, data driven approach to lead flow optimization and customer lifecycle management resulting in up to 100% improvements in lifetime customer value across multiple segments.
• Achieved 70% reduction in cost per sale while maintaining revenue targets by increasing efficiencies in marketing programs and evolving pricing strategy.
• Implemented successful direct marketing and brand awareness campaigns through multiple channels including Television, Radio, Online, PR, SEO/SEM, and Social Networking.

• Expertise in building and growing the business from early phase through acquisition from 20 employees to over 400.
• Developed growth strategy with a strong emphasis on acquisition and retention marketing, cost/revenue targets, and ultimately p&l.
• Strong track record of lowering acquisition costs by increasing efficiencies in marketing channels.
• Implemented direct marketing and brand awareness campaigns through multiple channels including Television, Radio, Online, PR, SEO/SEM.
• Created a highly functioning team by setting high expectations, encouraging creative thinking, and demanding maximum effort.

• Drove expansion of business model from the U.S. to 15 countries worldwide.
• Established Asia Pacific Headquarters in Sydney and Singapore.
• Designed strategic sales and marketing campaigns that maximized revenue while meeting cost metrics in order to maintain profitability.
• Established partnerships with many of the top firms.

• Defined strategy for development initiatives in support of Onlight’s systems management offerings.
• Established partnerships with key vendors intended to leverage core competencies of both parties to deliver best-of-breed solutions in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Authored product development process documents resulting in clear procedures, leading to faster time to market, decreased development cycles, and increased margin.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, US

• Managed product line development cycle and business case, authored software requirements documents for ServicePoint product lines ($22 Million/revenues).
• Led cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales creation, and operations through product development to successful launch.
• Established programs intended to increase brand recognition, channel awareness, and sales growth. Personal Involvement (training, issue resolution) with major partners.
• Developed and trained inside sales team responsible for 40% increase in channel revenues.

Ba, Political Science

Master Of Philosophy - Mphil, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science And Government