Determine yearly product development plan, assign project leads, and manage timeline to meet planned introduction dates.Develop market research strategy to focus on target markets and work with Product and Marketing team to execute prior to determining new projects.

Lead projects for new product development that includes decorative interior and exterior residential lighting. This process incorporates the initial market research process, creation of detailed project briefs to meet company goals, and also communicate with our team in China for design, price, sample, order, and production quality control issues. Oversee coordination of the semi-annual Dallas Lightovation trade show, including interactive displays, setup, and events.Manage product data for web customers, which includes detailed specs and marketing information, continually reviewing if new categories should be added to meet the needs of customers and consumers.

Coordinate the introduction of new items for wholesale display, gift, and décor categories.Participate as a buyer at manufacturing trade shows and visit factories in China and India, to locate new and innovative product concepts, which are implemented or modified to meet consumer demand. Contribute to Tripar’s reputation as a leader in quality unique functional display items for retail stores and homes, while also expanding into new product categories