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Ludington, Mi, Us

Launched company to consult with and assist manufacturers in successful product placement, sell through and supply chain management in national E-Commerce and Brick and Mortar retailers, resulting in multi-million dollar annual sales starting in 2013.• Created multi-client strategic partnership in the Health and Wellness category at Groupon which resulted in a $10M business at Groupon for client partners. • Partnered with Samsung Galaxy Tablet supplier and Groupon that created a $5M annual business.• Launched first Non-Keurig K-Cup coffee line into retail with Groupon/Brooklyn Beans Partnership. Resulted in $1 Million annual revenue at retail.• Expanded Kohls online furniture category with vendor client through product extensions, new fabric designs and supply chain management. • Developed strong working knowledge of E-commerce Supply Chain Management, including, API integration, service level agreements, and item demand forecasting. • DSO E-Commerce Branded Products: Identified voids in market space with Groupon management, then developed and imported DSO branded products to fill the demand. Resulted in over $6,000,000 of additional sales.

Responsibilities and Achievements:• Spearheading the North American launch of V-Mounts' ergonomic office furniture and related products, including height-adjustable desks, gaming desks, mobile desks/carts, monitor mounts, TV mounts, and mobile privacy panels.• Promoted V-Mounts' position as a global leader in the height-adjustable desk category, supplying a wide range of products to many leading brands.• Directed all marketing and sales activities to support existing OEM customers in North America and developed new business relationships through strategic product launch and introduction initiatives.• Successfully launched over 20 new products at the 2024 NeoCon show, with the Quattro 4-Leg Height Adjustable Table receiving the prestigious "Innovation" award at the Best of NeoCon.

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Gb

Lead the North America retail channel build-out for Evolution. Responsible for all retail sales revenue, margin and operations for Evolution Power Tools. Includes the following retailers: Home Depot (U.S/CA), Lowes, Menards, Tractor Supply, Ace Hardware, Northern Tool, Do-It Best, Zoro, Rona, Princess Auto and Canadian Tire. • Increased overall retail sales $3.2M in 2022, with ’23 sales ending at $4.4M, resulting in a 41% increase. Results driven by successful rollouts of new concrete and steel cutting saws that delivered aggressive price/feature offerings to the category• Gross Margins increased from 35% in 22’ to 45% in’23. Results driven by reduced promotional spend converting drop ship freight costs to be paid by retailer, not Evolution. • Expanded product/marketing assets across all categories of products listed with e-commerce divisions of the above retailers. Implemented retail ratings support program with Bizarre Voice to build item credibility.• Launched new steel cutting product line in all stores of Menards in September of 23. Represents the first time for a branded dedicated steel cutting saw placed in all 350 stores

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Sima purchased previous company Wireless Marketing; joined Sima to increase sales of all product lines.• Increased Sales 15% each year from $8M to $14M.• Managed Sales Team of outside account managers calling on both National and Regional retail accounts including Best Buy, Circuit City, Walmart and Sharper Image.• Finalized Product Development and kick-off development for new product initiatives. Integrated internal product lines of Cherokee Radios and First Alert Weather Radio products.

Launched 2nd portable MP3 Audio player into the US market in 1999 achieving 35% market share by end of 2001 producing revenue of over $5M.• Created Strategic Partnership with Microsoft to develop “Win-Jam” Audio player using Windows Media Software.• Launched Content Strategy in partnership with several music and spoken word artists, including Backstreet Boys, Al Green, Charlie Daniels and others.• Bill Gates identified I-Jam MP3 Player on Larry King Interview as being the future of music and a new technology for the new century.• Earned several industry innovations awards from Consumer Electronics Association during 2000 Consumer Electronics Show.• Sold into most electronics retailers in US including Best Buy, Circuit City, Sears, Lechmere and Fry’s Electronics.• Hired and lead staff of 10 employees during tenure of the company.

Launched company to bring new products and performance innovation to the Two-Way Radio and 12-volt product industry; achieved average annual volume of over $5M in sales beginning in 1996.• Created and trademarked the Cherokee and NorthStar brands for consumer electronics.• Licensed the Coleman and First Alert Brands for use on Two-Way Sport Radios and NOAA Weather Alert Radios.• Launched exclusive product line with QVC under the brand of Fox Electronics; appeared on air with QVC to sell product lines.• Products sold and distributed to independent dealers as well as national retails and distributors including QVC, HSN, Best Buy, Sears, Pilot Travel Centers, Travel Centers of America and Flying J.• Hired and managed staff of seven employees to operate and run the company.• Company purchased by Sima Products located in Pittsburgh, PA in 2002.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Started as Product Manager in 1986 and promoted to VP of Marketing and Sales by 1993.• 1993-1995, VP of Marketing and Sales: Increased profitability of the company by over 40% by 1995. Responsible for managing Marketing Product Managers, Regional Sales Managers and team of support staff responsible for full sales and P&L budget over all business divisions. Introduced over 30 new products across all product categories. Restructured outside sales force to improve efficiency and bring full account management closer to the company.• 1989-1993, Director of Sales, National Accounts: Increased revenue from $30M in 1989 to $50M in 1993. Responsible for directing and managing all sales activities for National Retail Accounts (50% of total company revenue) including Wal-Mart, Sam’s, Target, Costco, Montgomery Wards, Service Merchandise, Best Products, Sears and Pace Warehouse Club.• 1986-1989, Product Manager, Answering System Products: Increased revenue from $3M to $20M by implementing new product lines which attracted a wider range of customers and first-time buyers.

Bachelor’S Degree, Horticulture

Mba, Marketing