• Full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for Sleep Studio. Managing all aspects of Operational and Supply Chain costs while driving Sales and Revenue Generation.• Building a strategy for diversified Sales growth across multiple customers, focused on Omnichannel direction (Retail, Ecommerce and DTC). Experienced in direct sales to retail partners with a successful track record of National placement and program growth. • Championing Product Development, Sourcing and Marketing. Supporting product positioning, set up and promotion of strategic items driving sales in all channels; building strength and visibility to the Brand.• Direct oversight and management of Production and Sourcing both Off-shore and Domestic. Utilizing my extensive knowledge of Multi-site and Multi-continent Supply Chain and Manufacturing to optimize cost and supply planning.• Brand Building based on defining and establishing clear identity for the Brand. Leveraging Market Intelligence, Trend Assessment and the latest in Product Innovation; drive Brand awareness, visibility and relevance directly to the Consumer base to achieve Market success.• Negotiating long term pricing and vendor partnerships to sustain near term strategic initiatives while continuing to investigate new opportunities for mutual growth opportunities in a five-year plan.• Developing and mentoring a dynamic, cross functional team to achieve business objectives in line with the strategy.

• Orchestrated full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for Delta Enterprise's Mattress Division, encompassing Omni-Channel Sales, Operations, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, and Strategic Growth Initiatives, including Expansion, Acquisition, and Capex.• Spearheaded a remarkable transformation, driving annual revenue from $14M to an impressive $35M within four and a half years. This remarkable growth was achieved through innovative product development, strategic partnerships, and brand optimization.• Successfully secured significant market share gains, particularly as the United States witnessed declining birth rates over the years.• Focused on enhancing brand identity and integrity, resulting in an exceptional 46% growth in digitally originated e-commerce sales and a 3.5-fold increase in revenue.• Garnered and sustained multiple retail placements in the country's leading retailers, contributing to an incremental sales volume of $18M.• Demonstrated adeptness in managing operations in a dynamic employment environment, ensuring optimal performance across functions, including cut and sew, closing/sewing, assembly, pack out, and shipping.• Spearheaded the direct management, negotiation, and optimization of the international and domestic supply chain to support growth and enhance margin performance.• Successfully negotiated supply agreements and pricing structures aligned with business objectives and growth strategy. These agreements included tiered rebates tied to specific growth milestones and ensured supply stability during shortages, reflecting a partnership-driven approach.• Oversaw the expansion of manufacturing capabilities by adding a 35,000 sq. ft. facility to the existing 100,000 sq. ft. plant in 2020. This expansion translated into a 45% increase in production capacity.• Managed two permanent show spaces in their entirety, including leases, contracts, operations, coordination, design, and setup for all divisions of the company.

• Held global responsibility for overseeing all aspects of operations for ReSTTM, including Sales, Logistics, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Design.• Spearheaded the launch of operations with a committed capital of $3M, orchestrating a successful startup phase.• Uniquely led the base product design, resulting in the prestigious 2015 CES Innovation Award and recognition as one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Georgia in 2015.• Collaborated in a leadership role for the design team dedicated to software and platform development.• Pioneered the development of groundbreaking technologies, including the first-of-its-kind Air Chamber System, Ultrasonic Die Tooling, and a cutting-edge Computer-Aided Cut-N-Sew Program.• Nurtured investor relations and managed public relations activities, resulting in industry recognition, unquestioned credibility, and a strong presence on social media platforms.• Strategically established and effectively managed the supply chain, ensuring a seamless flow of operations.• Managed all aspects of contract manufacturing, overseeing process implementation in various operating countries, including the USA, Canada, Mexico, UK, Australia, and China.

• Assumed full operational responsibility for Classic Brands, Inc., a specialty bed manufacturer and importer, driving performance improvement across the organization.• Successfully revitalized and motivated a team of professionals to optimize performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.• Engineered a plant layout to enhance throughput, incorporating lean principles and implementing efficient inventory management systems.• Demonstrated expertise in international sourcing, ensuring a streamlined and cost-effective supply chain management.• Developed and executed a comprehensive sales retention and growth strategy, including effective channel management.• Spearheaded inventory reduction initiatives, including slow-moving inventory liquidation and the implementation of Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory practices.• Achieved full OSHA compliance and successfully introduced a robust safety program, leading to a remarkable 57% reduction in Lost Time Accidents (LTA).• Ensured unwavering compliance with Federal Regulations 16CFR 1632 and 1633, maintaining the highest standards of product safety.

• Held national and international responsibility for the development of all products, encompassing manufacturing release, supply chain coordination, and logistics management.• Co-authored, implemented, and maintained a disciplined stage-gate development process, ensuring efficient and organized product development.• Led a team of engineers, testing and compliance experts, operational managers, and operators, contributing to revenue growth exceeding $1.2 billion.• Successfully secured five US patents (US 11,583,101, US 11,452,383, US 11,259,647, D621,197, and US 8,307,482) and four additional patents currently pending. Spearheaded the creation, protection, and securing of intellectual property.• Served as an executive member of the New Product Development (NPD) team, collaborating with C-Level managers, sales, and marketing executives to establish merchandising and product decisions.• Established, managed, and maintained accountability for a $3 million development budget year after year.• Played a key role in the acquisition and seamless integration of Comforpedictm (Specialty Memory Foam) products into the Simmons portfolio.• Managed and coordinated two to four major product commercialization initiatives annually, encompassing trade shows, private customer presentations, and corporate sales presentations.• Oversaw product releases to 17 national manufacturing locations, including the introduction of new components and processes.

• Operations Leader for the USA Business Unit of this UK derived company.• Established Operations at this Newnan, GA USA Head Quarters Including Opening and Maintaining Four Retail Locations.• Personally Directed Manufacturing, Logistics, Customer Relations, Engineering, Sales Operations and Product Development.• Built, coached and retained a USA based team.• Liaised with UK sister company in Sourcing and Intellectual Property. • Negotiated all Supply Agreements and Logistical Contracts

• Complete Operational Responsibility for the Newnan, GA Facility• Divisional Production Manager – Three Shift/24 Hour Operation, Heavy Industrial (Ansonia, CT)• Department Manager – Three Shift/24 Hour Operation (Ansonia, CT)• Production Supervisor – Rotating Shift Management (Ansonia, CT)