Simple Modern is one of the fastest growing drink-ware companies in the world seeing tremendous success with retailers like Amazon and Sam's Club. It was my responsibility to grow the business in brick and mortar using our broad product portfolio and market insights to support retailers in their growth initiatives. With quality products and competitive prices we're well positioned for strong growth for years to come.

I am responsible for building the business in both the front of store and back of store at Walmart. Duties include forecasting, partnering with McLane on logistics, and collaborating with the BU on tasks like new item creation, merchandise planning and execution, and leading our regional Pick a Mix program. Expectations are that we will grow sales and market share for brands like Trolli, Black Forest, Brach's, Bob's, and others. For Walmart's FY 2015 we were recognized as their Supplier of the Year for US manufacturing in the Food Division.

Responsible for both Everyday and Seasonal Business calling on Sam's Club. Duties included forecasting, partnering with McLane on logistics, collaborating with BU on new item creation, and merchandise planning and execution.

Responsible for managing multiples categories in the candy aisle at the world's largest retailer. Key brands included Trident, Dentyne, and Stride in Gum, Sour Patch Kids and Swedish Fish in Candy, and Milka, Toblerone, and Green & Black's in Chocolate. Duties include creating value for the customer through unique programming and item creation. Other duties included internal demand planning, merchandise planning and execution, as well as managing our internal database

Responsible for managing multiples categories in the candy aisle at the world's largest retailer. Key brands included Trident, Dentyne, and Stride in Gum, Sour Patch Kids and Swedish Fish in Candy, and Milka, Toblerone, and Green & Black's in Chocolate. Duties include creating value for the customer through unique programming and item creation. Other duties included internal demand planning, merchandise planning and execution, as well as managing our internal database.

Support the back of store business providing shopper insights, analytics, and guide customer marketing initiatives with Walmart.

Provided sales analysis for CPG companies primarily doing business with Wal-Mart and Sams. Was part of team that won vendor of the year twice for sales growth and inventory management. During this time worked with Nokia, Aidells Sausage, and a number of private label companies.

Was an analyst doing data services consulting for clients such as Bayer, Buck Knives, Panasonic, Novartis, Coors, Johnson and Johnson and others.

Worked in Samara and Moscow , Russia with CCC leading a team of 12 peers during my second year. It was an amazing two years leaving an indelible mark on me.