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Mason, Oh, Us

Leader of a business team in the First Aid & Safety division. Responsible for category growth and overall development of our Safety business.

Wilmington, De, Us

Global lead for multiple growth programs in Mechanical Protection with focus on Kevlar® and Nomex® fiber solutions. Engaged with global licensee network to develop new hand and arm protection solutions.-Strategy and execution of programs across all geographic regions for hand and arm protection.-Cross functional alignment between Sales, Marketing, Operations and Technology functional teams.-Responsible for leadership of Adaptive Innovation Process and related Stage-Gate Reviews.-Developed and executed all go-to-market launch plans for managed programs.

Wilmington, De, Us

Regional lead of activities focused on distributors and licensees in North America region. Managed efforts to promote Tyvek® and Tychem® chemical protective garments in distributor sales and marketing programs.-Collaborated with National Accounts team on channel partners program management.-Owner of distribtuor portfolio management, coop advertising, digital and event marketing plans.-Created new partnership program for Kevlar® licensees including alignment across sales teams.-Project lead for launch of Showpad® sales enablement platform to all global teams.-Business sponsor to implement Informatica® product information management (PIM) content platform.

Iselin, New Jersey, Us

Global manufacturer of Safety Apparel (PPE) focused on Industrial, Healthcare and Life Sciences markets. Target verticals include Automotive, Chemical, Food Processing, Metal Fabrication, Machinery & Equipment and Oil & Gas segments.-Recruited into this newly created position based on experience and unique channel insights.-Provided expert guidance to key channel partners (Airgas, Fastenal, MSC, Vallen).-Cross-functional leader of key strategies with partners across North and South America regions.-Led efforts to drive category management and new product launches with key distributors.

Iselin, New Jersey, Us

Led all vertical business development efforts in Automotive and Metal Fabrication segments.-Recruited into this new role to drive alignment of sales teams in North and South America.-Owner of vertical sales pipeline for end users (BMW, General Motors, Toyota) and OEM accounts.-Drove engagement with focus audience (sales tools, SaaS safety management solutions).

Prattville, Alabama, Us

Global manufacturer of cargo safety equipment designed for Automotive, Transportation, Heavy Duty Truck & Trailer, Recreational Vehicle and Motorsports segments.-Regional leader for all trade and channel marketing activities in North America and Latin America regions.-Owner of annual A&P budget for United States, Canada and Latin America regions.-Responsible for Advertising, Digital & Print Collateral, Public Relations, and Content Management programs.

Engaged with clients from a range of sales and marketing consulting services.-Business development services to a national distributor of Industrial & MRO suppliers.-Portfolio reviews and collateral development for a regional Automotive Aftermarket distributor.NOTE: I continue to pursue project work in between direct roles with employers.

Davidson, North Carolina, Us

Major distributor of industrial supplies and equipment for the Metalworking and MRO segments. Broad and diversified portfolio of 1.5 million products ranging from industry leading brands to private label products.-Responsible for a staff of 5 charged with revenue and profitability for multiple product categories.-Directed creation of multiple new product lines (HVAC, Pneumatics, Power Transmission, etc)-Executed launch plans that delivered CAGR of 25% over a 5 year period.

Bachelors Degree Business Administration, Marketing

Executive Education Program, Leading Entrepreneurial Change In Organizations

Executive Education Program, Strategic Marketing Management

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Marketing/Marketing Management, General