Coldkeeper's is a dynamic and fast growing company whose manufacturing focus is on innovative products and strategies that deliver efficient, logistics based thermal solutions.

President (Dec. 2007 – Present)Vice President (May 2002 – Dec. 2007) Co-founded start-up from initial concept to planning and launch, designed business procedures, policies and protocols, created initial staffing positions and job descriptions, and orchestrated new product concepts, development and branding  Oversee operations, near- and long-term business planning and prioritizing, and all aspects of patenting, trademarking, supply sourcing and promotions/advertising; increased revenue 150% (up to $2.1M annually)  Accountable for all product components/processes/compliance including ingredients, mixing formulas, artwork and packaging prior to assembly at remote mixing/production facilities Instill ownership in associates at every level to scrutinize order quantities, receipts, invoices and chargebacks to maximize margins and identify hidden costs Established a web presence and omni-channel media campaigns to strengthen product support and awareness Utilize predictive analytics and B2C email to build relationships and reduce customer churn  Negotiated one of the first-ever Glade© brand licensing agreements with S.C. Johnson & Son, providing global brand recognition to Scentco’s innovative products, and enabling this small company to better compete for and gain shelf space Implemented a constant review process comparing current and historical sales and production trends in near-real-time, ensuring revenue flow is protected with optimal inventory levels

Multi-faceted career, opened & managed stores primarily in the SE United States; In the Bentonville, Arkansas headquarters of the world’s largest retailer, served on the pilot team in development and roll-out of state-of-the-art information systems. Oversaw various special projects at the requests of executive management.• Managed stores 65K sq ft to 188K sq ft, annual sales volume ranging from $23 million to $88 million. Operated stores in small-town markets with strong agricultural ties, as well as metro markets amid intense competition; Developed & promoted hourly associates into management, many of which became Store Managers / District Managers-(overseeing 10+ stores)• Responsible for all aspects of store operations: sales, wages, expenses & inventory control, development of Co-Managers, Asst Managers and Dept Managers, as well as key office associates • Reduced accident costs consistently• Opened the first Wal-Mart Supercenter in the Tallahassee, FL market, employing 425• Designated Training Manager, responsible for hiring, developing, evaluating and promoting dynamic management trainees, both college graduate recruits and inter-company promotions. Diverse groups consisted of 8 –12 trainees, taught through a 13-week course in-store environment; Graduated 4 groups annually• Community leader involved in Chamber of Commerce, Business Associations, local fundraisers and charities; Raised in excess of $360,000 for Children’s Miracle Network, coordinating various promotional activities yearly• Consistently reinforced accountability for resolving all customer service issues reaching a win/win outcome• Interim District Loss Prevention Specialist, District #64, managing in-store loss prevention associates; accountable for store security, inventory control & preparation for independent audits• Set/opened new stores, directly hiring, training & developing up to 350 new associates at each location while merchandising the stores for Grand Openings