Entrepreneurial executive and passionate creative leader with extensive expertise in consumer products, marketing, design, licensing, brand management, Asia sourcing and retail highlighted by consistent, progressive achievement and industry wide recognition. I'm committed to exceeding stakeholder expectations and delivering on consumer value.• Known for the ability to lead business and product development, branding and marketing of thousands of unique and profitable products sold to national retailers• Innovative, intuitive, collaborative result driven manager who has directed highly-successful marketing and creative teams of all sizes• Licensed and developed intellectual property for virtually every major entertainment company including, Marvel, Disney, Nintendo, Saban Brands, Hasbro, Mattel, MGA, Sesame, SONY, Universal, Pantone and more. In addition, I have worked with every major retailer in the United States creating compelling retail programs and promotions• Excellent speaker and presenter, I have helped win new business for every company I have worked for, earning the trust and appreciation of those who know meExpertise Includes:Brand/Product ManagementConsumer Product LicensingAsia SourcingCreative DirectionProduct, Packaging & MarketingNew Business CreationMarket AnalysisDeveloping, Building and Growing Small CompaniesRetail Development and SalesSoftlines, Hardlines, Toy, Seasonal, Gift, Kids, Domestics, Lawn & Garden, HousewaresNegotiations/Contract ManagementSales
Listed skills include Product Development, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Marketing, and 45 others.