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FerusPrime has been established with the purpose of providing products and solutions that allow our partners wider and smoother pathways to success. We are a fully integrated supplier with capabilities in design, manufacture, and providing for a variety of logistics options. FerusPrime is also an innovation partner that works closely with its clients to bring new ideas to life.The FP team has over 30 years of experience in the rubber and plastic industry. Since 2001, the FP team narrowed its focus and launched the first generation of high-end rubber fitness solutions into global markets. Since that time we have been dedicated to the development and innovation of cutting edge fitness products.FerusPrime sets itself apart from other suppliers by channeling its resources towards enhancing the brand of its clients. By working closely with our experienced and attentive team your ideas and brand can be delivered in a timely and cost effective manner.

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Greensboro, Nc, Us

Hired to help reposition and grow the stable of brands within the Helios Group including Hescor (apparel division), MDUSA (consumer goods), through acquisition, development of new products, and creation of new supply chains to establish a stronger, more defensible competitive position within the marketplace. Helios Holding Group is an entrepreneurial start up E-commerce Company. Recruited to help create and execute a long-term growth strategy. Based on the Helios E-commerce business model, I made recommendations and secured funding to implement new growth and branding strategies which included diversifying markets via development of new products, brands, and supply chain development. Opened and staffed Shanghai office to oversee new sourcing, quality control, and supply chain model. Of the 30% revenue experienced growth per year, through a recession, over 80% were direct results of the new sourcing, products, supply chains, sales channels, and efficiencies gained through my leadership

Promoted to oversee top line sales of over $40,000,000 business unit. Managed Technical Service, Customer Service, Sales, and Logistics departments. Reported directly to the CEO. Responsibilities included board participation with private equity ownership.Completion of acquisition strategy left over by previous equity owners left unorganized “house of brands”. Initiated a comprehensive branding strategy that included the company name, created branded divisions, and new product line families. Results included the largest order in the company’s 80 year history ($10+ million USD) for facility built in Nanjing, China. Managed the selection, implementation and in-house training efforts for first corporate CRM system (SalesForce.com) from the ground up. The system was successfully used to direct activities/resources and serves management decisions as an essential forecasting tool.

Promoted to lead $4 million emerging market initiative focused on market share gains, rebranding, establishing in-country manufacturing, and sourcing in China. Recruited and Managed direct local staff from marketing, finance, sourcing, purchasing, HR, engineering, and technical support departments. Reported directly to the CEO. Led team that researched, developed, and presented extensive marketing/sourcing action plan to Board of Directors. Generated sales increase in China from zero to $2 million within one year and secured savings of from 30% to 80% on ongoing sourcing initiatives. Built China market as both customer and strategic supplier base.

As International Sales Manager, evaluated market potential/needs for North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific Regions. Examined sales channels and presented recommendations for product mix and pricing. Conducted extensive contract negotiations across multiple cultures and legal systems. Met or exceeded sales goals each year this position was held.

Hired to grow sales through International Market Expansion for this designer and manufacturer of industrial capital equipment. Brought “big company’ proven sales and marketing practices to this small company. Directed all aspects of international sales and marketing to establish new global sales channels. Challenged to overcome the company’s small player status outside the US to capture sales and market share from larger entrenched competitors. - Increased international sales 360% from $1.1 million in 1996 to $4.4 million in 2000 (representing 55% of the company’s total new equipment sales). This performance established the need to hire two additional sales representatives to manage the growth opportunities. - Identified new market opportunities in India, Bangladesh, Honduras, Syria, and the Dominican Republic through market networking and “boots on the ground” research. - Located and hired top-performing representatives in international regions resulting in direct model approach to markets and subsequent revenue gains.

Mount Holly, North Carolina, Us

As the International Marketing Manager I helped create and build a new department and team. As a result, service levels on $17 million of inventory for a customer base that included Russell, Levis, Fruit of the Loom, and VF Corporation. Launched a new inventory control and production planning system in Latin America that covered manufacturing and inventories in Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic. This system increased inventory turns by 40% within one year.

Mount Holly, North Carolina, Us

• As the Area Coordinator for Asia-Pacific I served as the acting GM for the company’s two Hong Kong operations. Directed a staff of 75 that includes customer service, technical service, sales, and manufacturing teams. Developed close relationships with large multinational companies that included Mast Industries, Levis, and Neil Pride, growing sales by over 10% and achieving Supplier of the Year status at Mast Industries.

Mount Holly, North Carolina, Us

As the Manufacturing Coordinator I set plans, budgets, and worked on cross-functional teams to establish structures and methodologies to increase performance across seven global manufacturing locations. Taught and implemented Total Quality Management Systems at all seven manufacturing locations.

Mba, International Business

Bs, Chemistry

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