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Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Developed an effective Stages Gate Process to enable Select Food Product Limited to successfully take innovation from idea to launch in a disciplined and efficient manner. Contract included: opportunity assessment; key stakeholder interviews; full development of process map; introduction and training of supporting routines; development of tools to support the process and training/mentoring Stage Gate Manager associate.

King Street, Toronto

Reported to VP Commercial Leadership accountable for leading ~8 project managers responsible for the launch of all Coca-Cola and Minute Maid brands. The Product Commercialization team was transferred from Coca-Cola Bottling Company to The Coca-Cola Company (CCL) to align with global organizational structure.

King Street, Toronto

Reported to VP Business Development accountable for leading ~8 project managers responsible for the launch of all Coca-Cola, Minute Maid and franchise partner (Canada Dry, Monster Energy, A&W) brands. Product commercialization was responsible for achieving on-time launches, effectively managing project budgets, and ensuring appropriate stakeholder engagement.

Reported to VP Marketing to manage the financial and coordination complexities around the introduction of Health Canada’s mandatory Nutrition Facts Panel initiative. Built a collaborative working relationship between multiple departments across 2 separate Coca-Cola organizations while documenting a formal innovation launch process.

Toronto, Ontario

Led team of Customer Marketing Managers responsible for customization and special programs for all mass merchants, grocery, drug, convenience, gas, and food service retailers.

Various seasonal positions ('81 - '84) and 2 years full time as Promotions Manager ('85 - '87) Nee - Cathy Beirne