Leader who unlocks growth with a focus on strategy and performance to benefit private equity investors, family owned businesses and publicly held companies. Able to move quickly from concept to execution, brand building, innovation, sales and promotion to leading high performing teams on a global scale. Works alongside clients on projects or as an extension of their leadership team to deliver positive measurable results. Has lived and worked in Europe and North America for companies including: Kellogg’s, Coca-Cola, Contempo Colours and Federated Dept. Stores. Served as a Member of the Board of Directors for the CASA, Heritage Foundation (Cereal City) and previous Board Member of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.Specialties: Extending the reach of brands through product innovation, licensing and consumer promotions globally. Negotiating contracts and 3rd party manufacturing agreements with multi-billion dollar companies including major entertainment studios, consumer packaged good corporations, and artists. Successful team builder, who has created and led cross functional teams in both Europe and North America to deliver positive, measurable results while developing the skills of the individuals