Josh Gross

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Business Development, Marketing, & Brand Strategist (eCom / CPG / Hospitality / Fashion) @ Remote CNTRL
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Glendale, California, United States, United States
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About Josh Gross

Dynamic & results-driven Business Development & Marketing Professional with over a decade of experience across multiple industries including Consumer Products, Hospitality, Operations, Sourcing, & Retail. My well-rounded background enables me to step into a variety of roles, view problems & opportunities from different perspectives, & develop strategies that drive positive growth for both short as well as long-term business goals.I excel in creative brand strategy, asset & content development, problem-solving, partnerships, & identifying organic marketing opportunities. My experience has taught me the importance of a brand’s digital presence & content in its positioning that leads to success. I’ve had the privilege of wearing many hats in various roles & working with teams to execute complex projects, demonstrating my adaptability and teamwork skills.I have a proven track record of enhancing brand identity, driving direct bookings, & developing digital marketing campaigns. Passionate about leveraging market analysis, content development, and digital marketing, I am eager to contribute to business expansion and brand elevation.My expertise includes managing high-profile clients & delivering tailored solutions that boost brand presence & revenue streams. I bring a proactive & strategic approach to every project, ensuring success & growth for the businesses I work with.Industry professional with experience in: 14 Years - Brand/Business Development · Product Development · Merchandising · Branding & Identity12 Years - Marketing · Sourcing · Manufacturing (Domestic & International) · Supply Chain Management · Trend Forecasting10 Years - Retail Consulting · Market Analysis · Management · B2B Marketing · Logistics & Operations10+ Years - Sales · Social Media · Computer/Tech Knowledge (Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/Acrobat/Lightroom, Microsoft Office, Mobile Technology)

Josh Gross's Current Company Details
Remote CNTRL

Remote Cntrl

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Business Development, Marketing, & Brand Strategist (eCom / CPG / Hospitality / Fashion)
Josh Gross Work Experience Details
  • Remote Cntrl
    Principal
    Remote Cntrl Apr 2013 - Present
    Moorpark, California, Us
    Marketing & Brand Strategy Agency providing business consulting & creative services to brands in launching (or expanding) their business by identifying opportunities to accelerate existing revenue & development of potential new revenue streams. We provide business development & marketing focused services for businesses / brands seeking creative & analytical driven strategies. From the conception of an idea to the development of the final product, we help bring visions to market. We develop strategies & content to maximize performance via market analysis & consumer behavior. Have had the privilege to work with clients such as: Hershey Brands, KitchenAid, Malin+Goetz, Rael, Once Upon A Farm, Bahia Hotel & Beach House, Laskey-Weil, Easterseals, & AVANCE.-• Business / Brand Development, Product Development, Branding, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction, Content Development, Revenue Streams / Triggers.• Consumer behavior, market analysis, trend forecasting, vendor relations, purchasing, and sourcing.• Determine, implement, and evaluate business metrics to meet ongoingorganizational and customer needs.• Responsible for the research and recommendation of processes that will helpsupport the growth of the organization’s current product and service offerings.• Evaluate and analyze all current operational processes and provide recommendations onimprovements.• Evaluate business performance of all revenue streams, recommend improvements to allbusiness processes and systems.• Private Label and SMU programs. Import and domestic sourcing.• Eco-friendly, sustainable, and organic product sourcing.• Creative Direction & Content Development for Brand Marketing Strategy• Social Media & Digital Marketing Strategy*formerly GDM GRP
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  • Bahia Hotel & Beach House
    Marketing & Brand Partnerships Director
    Bahia Hotel & Beach House Jan 2021 - Present
    Expansion of Marketing Strategy by positioning brand portfolio with strategic partnerships creating cross-marketing opportunities. Diversifying digital strategy to increase reach / engagement with both paid & organic campaigns.• Marketing Strategy - Target Markets & White Space mapping• Brand Partnerships & Collaborations• Manage Digital Presence; Website | Social Media | E-mail Strategy• Social media management & analysis of growth & brand awareness / equity.• Paid Ads / PPC• Development of Marketing Assets• Brand Strategy• Content Development
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  • Bahia Hotel & Beach House
    Sales & Marketing Director
    Bahia Hotel & Beach House Jan 2018 - Dec 2020
    Executed team strategies to grow Direct Booking / Website channels resulting in a 50% increase in direct / website bookings via increased Social Media presence, elevated content, Paid Social / Google Adwords, & cross-marketing via brand partnership collaborations.• Marketing Strategy - Target Markets & White Space mapping• Business Development & Sales Strategy• Manage Digital Presence; Website | Social Media | E-mail Strategy• Social media management & analysis of growth & brand awareness / equity.• Paid Ads / PPC• Create all marketing campaigns and promotional materials for clear and differentiated brand positioning.• Brand Strategy & Brand Collaborations• Content Development• Retail Strategy• Vendor Relations & Sourcing• Website Development*began as independent consultant in Jan. 2018. Promoted to Marketing Director in Q3 2018 - Sales & Marketing Director Q1 2019
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  • Propr Creative
    Director Of Marketing And Business Development
    Propr Creative Oct 2013 - Jun 2023
    A Creative agency focusing on helping businesses of all industries 'do better' with their brand by providing services in: eCommerce, Merch, Sourcing, & Production on Demand.• Focus on expanding client base across multiple industries such as: CPG, Hospitality, Celebrity, & Influencers; resulting in 35% increase in additional revenue• Manage digital presence development of marketing assets for clients• eCom Website Development & Content Development execution for clients• Clients such as: Forbes, Health-Ade, Easterseals, SmashMallow, & PacSun
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  • Centrally Grown
    Director Of Business Development And Marketing
    Centrally Grown Aug 2014 - Feb 2016
    Cambria, Ca, Us
    • Plan, direct and oversee the marketing and business development initiatives withinan organization• Responsible for supporting the organization's core business through research,analysis, and recommendation of new business initiatives.• Research consumer markets, monitor market trends, and identify potential areas inwhich to invest, based upon consumer needs and spending habits.• Analyze product pricing and potential profitability.• Analyze product assortment and merchandising to ensure development ofmerchandise assortments that impact the bottom line• Ensure effective cross merchandising to fully leverage product POI• Generate branding for new and existing products and services, create packagingdesigns, including shape, size, colors, fonts and imagery.• Develop marketing strategies across all media; video, newspaper and magazineadvertisements, direct mail packs, email campaigns, websites, exhibition stands,and social media. Liaise with art designers, copywriters, and marketing staff.• Supervise marketing campaigns, ensuring the designs and messages align with thecompany brand and regulatory guidelines.• Monitor product distribution and consumer reactions through focus groups andmarket research.• Analyze cross-departmental business processes for efficiency.• Manage sourcing initiatives and negotiations.*started with company providing consulting services.
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  • Panfame Group
    Vice President
    Panfame Group Apr 2013 - Jan 2015
    • Business Development (Domestic & International)• Product Development, (Volume) Private Label Manufacturing, Import/Export, Supply Chain Management. Apparel and Accessories in junior, missy, contemporary, and men's sportswear.Factories/Offices in Los Angeles, Lima, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.• Managed US operations, sales team, design team, production team, and offices in Cal-Mart and New Mart for China manufacturer based in Shanghai and Guangzhou• Collaboration with our China team as well as strategic partnerships onproduction for clients as well as Supply Chain Management.• Expanded private label business along with branded business in women’s contemporaryand junior markets.• Managed all US finances and monthly projections as well as overseeing all costing for allprograms (internal and client based)• Assisted in establishment of domestic production and product development capabilities tooffer faster turn opportunities for our clients in wovens and knits• Strengthened relationships with existing clients such as Bebe, BCBG, Forever21, ArdenB./Wet Seal, Jones Group, and Nordstrom as well as new clients Urban Outfitters, FreePeople, and ShopBop.com• Assisted design team in merchandising for each season or client program• Managed supply chain management opportunities with outside brands seeking financialgrowth
  • The Doneger Group
    Market Analyst / Merchandise Manager (Directives West)
    The Doneger Group Jul 2010 - Apr 2013
    New York, Ny, Us
    The Doneger Group is the fashion industry's leading source of global trend intelligence, focused merchandising direction, expert analysis of the retail business and comprehensive market information.• Retail Consultant to major retailers (domestic and international). Coordinated Trend/Business Overviews for clients such as Nordstrom, Von Maur, Dillard's, Abercrombie, TJX,Target, JCPenney, Burlington, Warner Bros., Overstock.com, & Kohls• Specialized in Product/brand development, trend forecasting, market analysis,merchandising & business strategy for both manufacturers & retailers• Introduced retail clients to key manufacturers to assist in providing new product and retailsuccess while creating new strategic business opportunities between both parties• Consulted vendors in product/brand development, creative direction, merchandising, andbusiness strategy in order to assist in their growth• Planned & organized biannual trend presentations & fashion shows for 300+ clients inVegas for MAGIC identifying key trends for season by selecting brands & styles for 50+looks• Shopped retail bi-monthly as market research to expand upon new ideas, opportunities forimprovement & make constructive suggestions for retailers & their business development• One on one client meetings to evaluate industry trends, competitors'​ retail structure, & keyresource information• Managed the Young Men's/Contemporary and Boy's market out of Los Angeles division, Directives West• Provided our retail client with key market analysis/trend forecasting, vendor resources, and overall retail consulting• Developed relations with vendors in according markets to increase knowledge of new collections, retail performance, retail bookings, and marketing strategies• Assist vendors with trend information, sourcing, retail relations, and B2B marketing strategies.
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  • Clothing For Modern Times
    Executive Assistant To President(S)
    Clothing For Modern Times Jan 2010 - Jul 2010
    Ca
    Wholesale Division• Reported to President, President (of Wholesale Division), Vice President (of Wholesale Division) and Director of Operations• Operations/Logistic Management• Showroom(s) Management/Merchandising• Line Edits for PL projects• Merchandised and prepared collections for all showrooms and market/shows• In charge of AIMS ticketing systems and computers for all brands• Assist IT with support at LA office/showrooms• Assist in Operations/Logistics (Collections, Shows, and Private Labels)• Manage interns for show logistics and operations• Assist marketing with creating/managing Wholesale line sheets• Assisted PR in celebrity giftings (i.e. talent @ Club Nokia/Nokia Live)• Created log system for style send outs, collection receiving,computers/scanners, and trade show supplies
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  • Black Hearts Brigade
    Corporate Sales/Marketing Manager
    Black Hearts Brigade Dec 2008 - Dec 2009
    · Corporate Sales/Marketing/Merchandise Manager for the West Coast and International Accounts (added sales in 6 new countries increasing total sales increase YOY of 110%)· Managed West Coast Saks 5th Ave. and Bloomingdales in-store seminars/events for the brand.· Marketing through product placement (celebrity giftings), fashion shows,and product knowledge with current retailers (in store seminars; i.e.Saks/Bloomingdales)· Continued assistance with Product Development and Design
  • Black Hearts Brigade
    Product Development & Associate Design
    Black Hearts Brigade Dec 2007 - Dec 2009
    • Product Development & Associate Design (Men's & Women's Contemporary)• Built knowledge base of sourcing, contracting, sampling, production, and marketing• Managed retail programs for clients such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, and Saks Fifth Avenue.• Approved sample development and QC for line items
  • Jva Apparel Inc.
    Product Development/Design
    Jva Apparel Inc. May 2008 - May 2009
    • Product Development, Merchandise Manager, and Associate Design Contemporary Women's Collection.• Responsible for sourcing (trim, fabric, contractors, etc), assist in design withcreative director, product develop collections, work hand in hand with inhouse pattern maker, oversee sampling, quality control, tech pack & linesheet assembly, and calculation overall cost and deciding proper margins.• Cut fabric and trim costs 20-60%• Sent to New York with Vice President in Jan. to launch/seek east coastrepresentation. Scouted and setup meetings with 5 showrooms, 3 interestedin representation, and we chose the one that best suit the brand.• Launched line officially at Project in Feb. and sold nationwide tostores such as Kitson, RevolveClothing.com, Scoop, and National Jean Co.

Josh Gross Skills

Merchandising Apparel Retail Fashion Marketing Product Development Brand Development Trend Analysis Social Media Marketing Social Networking Trend Business Strategy Visual Merchandising Sales Private Label Textiles Marketing Strategy Management Advertising Forecasting Wholesale Styling Business Development Brand Management Sportswear Trend Forecasting Trade Shows Negotiation Creative Direction Branding And Identity Market Analysis Mobile Technology Market Research Supply Chain Management Sourcing Marketing Analytics Purchasing Negotiation Revenue Streams Revenue Enhancement Retail Buying Webmaster Services Footwear Social Media Fashion Design Problem Solving Relationship Building Leadership Digital Marketing Consumer Behavior Entrepreneurship Integrated Marketing Brand Strategy Hospitality Industry

Josh Gross Education Details

  • Fidm
    Fidm
    Product Development
  • Santa Monica College
    Santa Monica College
    General
  • Villanova Preparatory School
    Villanova Preparatory School
    General Studies

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