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Oversee the strategy and execution of expanding existing US wholesale accounts, in addition to forging new partnerships and growth in untapped markets. Through building brand visibility, I am creating strategic alliances to increase our presence and revenue streams. I am also the conduit between multiple teams, such as product development for market trends and competitive landscape for new opportunities. Collaborating with our marketing team to develop promotional activities, campaigns and… Show more Oversee the strategy and execution of expanding existing US wholesale accounts, in addition to forging new partnerships and growth in untapped markets. Through building brand visibility, I am creating strategic alliances to increase our presence and revenue streams. I am also the conduit between multiple teams, such as product development for market trends and competitive landscape for new opportunities. Collaborating with our marketing team to develop promotional activities, campaigns and promotions, in addition to implementing sales strategies to enable Horizon Hobby to exceed sales and margin objectives. Show less

Coordinate and develop strategies of multi-channel campaigns across all Horizon Hobby channels and brands, including supporting the execution and implementation. I focus on maximizing each brand's marketplace impact with innovative marketing strategies across multiple consumer-relevant activations including retail partners, digital marketing, websites, store traffic drivers, POS materials, and events.

Manage customer success with 70+ key wholesale partners spread across thirteen states in the western 1/3rd of the US. Achieved 170% of Budget in 2020 and $30M in revenue, 120% of Budget in 2021 and 40% growth YOY. Focused on delivering premium operational and sales support, making our retail partners stronger and more successful. Spearheading many customer-focused initiatives and programs to increase loyalty.

Walnut Creek, Ca

Walnut Creek, Ca

Managing end-to-end relocation services internationally and domestically for client employees and families. As a Global Consultant, my role includes presenting and outlining client benefits packages and policies, interfacing with transferees, client liaisons, and vendors to provide a professional seamless and positive customer experience. As a project manager for our client's relocation needs, I facilitate all the required services and logistics with all involved partners and parties, which… Show more Managing end-to-end relocation services internationally and domestically for client employees and families. As a Global Consultant, my role includes presenting and outlining client benefits packages and policies, interfacing with transferees, client liaisons, and vendors to provide a professional seamless and positive customer experience. As a project manager for our client's relocation needs, I facilitate all the required services and logistics with all involved partners and parties, which requires a high level of time management, scheduling, customer service and ongoing knowledgeable, proactive communication. Show less

Concord, Ca

Owner of the largest (8,000 sq. ft) Retail Hobby Store in the San Francisco/Bay Area and part of a 150+ store national franchise based out of Lincoln, NE. We carry a full line of hobby related products that include Radio Control Cars, Trucks, Boats, Planes, Helicopters and Drones. As well as carrying Trains, Slot Cars, Puzzles, Science Kits, Plastic Models, Paints & Tools, Nostalgic/Novelty Candy and even Airsoft. Established in 2002, we quickly became a model franchise winning the… Show more Owner of the largest (8,000 sq. ft) Retail Hobby Store in the San Francisco/Bay Area and part of a 150+ store national franchise based out of Lincoln, NE. We carry a full line of hobby related products that include Radio Control Cars, Trucks, Boats, Planes, Helicopters and Drones. As well as carrying Trains, Slot Cars, Puzzles, Science Kits, Plastic Models, Paints & Tools, Nostalgic/Novelty Candy and even Airsoft. Established in 2002, we quickly became a model franchise winning the Rookie of the Year award, achieving Top 10 Profitability in our first four years (2002-2005). The Founders Award for upholding the founders dream of a successful franchise in 2003 and Diamond Sales awards in 2003, 2004, 2011-2014 for over $2M in annual sales each year. My role includes nearly everything from Staff management, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Marketing, Accounting, Payroll, Trade shows and Overseeing day to day operations. Show less

Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area

Served as part of ten (10) store advisory council to Horizon Hobby, one of the largest distribution partners & product manufacturers in the Hobby Industry. As a council member I advised and provided feedback on Product Development, Marketing, Services and Sales. Our store served as a test-bed for many marketing ideas and initiatives. I also helped shape dealer programs such as an Employee Purchase Program, Certified Partner Distinction and as well as helped provide direction on future… Show more Served as part of ten (10) store advisory council to Horizon Hobby, one of the largest distribution partners & product manufacturers in the Hobby Industry. As a council member I advised and provided feedback on Product Development, Marketing, Services and Sales. Our store served as a test-bed for many marketing ideas and initiatives. I also helped shape dealer programs such as an Employee Purchase Program, Certified Partner Distinction and as well as helped provide direction on future product development Show less

Brentwood, Ca

Operations Manager for new franchise. Responsible for ground up build-out of location and facilities. I handled all asset and supply management. Supervised outbound packing and shipping needs and oversaw day-to-day operations. As a new business, I assisted with all marketing efforts and establishing B2C relationships for additional revenue.

Director of Sales focused on six major western markets, managing eight (8) direct Account Managers responsible for selling managed VPN & Remote Access services to the top tier enterprise space. provisioning, project management, network management and support.

Following the Acquisition of Livingston Enterprises, I served as a Regional Sales Manager for 13 Western Region States and Canada focused on the Service Provider market. Achieved Over 200% of Quota with a “First Time Buyers Program” & brought on over 75 new service provider accounts and placed over a 100 evaluation/demo units.

Began as an Inside Sales Rep then quickly promoted to Inside Sales Manager tasked with growing and training the organization to match our growing outside sale organizational needs. After building an established Inside Sales team, I then moved on to becoming Regional Sales Manager for the Western US Territory including our distribution/VAR channel for Livingston’s Remote access hardware line