Highly motivated and passionate about innovation and getting great products to market quick!With over 25 years' experience in the retail industry and a degree in Industrial Design, I have a strong track record of developing & launching consumers' products which not only excite, but exceed consumer needs. Excelling within fast paced, high energy environments, I demonstrate a very good understanding of developing and sourcing products from the UK, Europe and especially the Far East, negotiating costs and schedules, including import duties, taxes, logistics, ethical sourcing and quality control. A strong work ethic drives a personal desire to continuously hit and exceed goals. Also educated with an MBA (Masters of Business Administration), to blend the structure and reality of business, with the creative entrepreneurial flair! Skills: Project Management • Results Focused • Strategic Leadership • Business Development • New Product Development • Strong Numeracy Skills • Team leadership & Management • Determined and Self-Motivated • Good Negotiator • Naturally Inquisitive • Good Listening Skills • Strong Work Ethic • Working Autonomously and Teamwork • Highly Accurate and Good Attention to Detail • Ability to Influence and Build Productive Relationships at all Levels • Articulate Communicator and Presenter • Methodical, Analytical and Disciplined • Passion for Achieving and Closing SalesSpecialties: Product Development - Launching a new product - Industrial Design - Product Design - Packaging Design - Graphic Design - Branding - Point of Sale - China Manufacturing - Sourcing in Asia - Importing - Logistics - Plastic Products - Textile Products - Paper Products - Consumer Products - Intellectual Property - Consumer Marketing - Trade Marketing