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Auckland, Nz

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is the New Zealand (NZ) government’s international business development agency. NZTE works in partnership with New Zealand businesses, helping to build strategic alliances and develop commercial relationships, connecting them with opportunities and contacts in international markets. -Proactively support a portfolio of leading NZ specialized manufacturing companies to develop and execute their U.S. market entry and growth strategies. Key sub-sectors include: high-performance automotive aftermarket, construction technology, engineering solutions, sustainability solutions, urban planning/mobility technology, forestry, textile printing technology-Identify potential sector partners, creating and maintain strong in-market relationships, provide strategic introductions, help develop new channels to market and implement strategic growth opportunities-Spearhead the development of industry working groups to enable NZ companies to share information for their relevant industries, allowing for growth in sales outcomes and facilitating partnerships in the U.S. market-Serve as strategic liaison to NZ industry groups to identify key industry capabilities to showcase in the U.S.-Actively coach key organizational stakeholders on navigating the complexities of U.S. market entry and scaling strategies

New York, Ny, Us

Assisting companies of all sizes and various industries to create, execute and integrate international market penetration and growth strategies

Shinjuku-Ku, Tokyo, Jp

In-House Advisory Group develops comprehensive systems for managing legal expenses for Japanese companies involved in US based litigation. In-House Discovery has offices in New York and Tokyo. Responsibilities include:-Identify and develop new opportunities for Japanese e-discovery (Japanese document review), analysis, and deposition preparation services-Established and enforced QC protocols for individual document reviews based on each client’s specific requirements while conforming to both Japanese and US laws and regulations -Liaise with corporate counsel, outside counsel and corporate decision makers in Japan, the United States and other key markets worldwide -Carry out global support on existing accounts through ongoing visits to client offices and case review centers to ensure the highest level of satisfaction. -Design and implements sales objectives (including sales forecasting, planning, and budgeting processes) in alignment with overall corporate planning cycles and objectives, and directs global sales force activities in order to maximize sales revenue. -Identify and address market/industry trends, customer needs, and primary economic considerations in order to develop new customer relationships and optimize existing relationships for legal services in Japan.

-Responsible for identifying and negotiating the purchase of distressed debt portfolios in key international markets-Led the start-up of the company's Brazilian subsidiary FPI do Brasil Ltda.-Sourced over $8 billion Brazilian Reals in distressed consumer debt portfolios from regional, national, and international financial institutions, retailers and other creditors-Developed a national recovery network with local partners throughout Brazil, specializing in the recovery of various asset classes-Authored and implemented a comprehensive compliance management system (CMS) designed to ensure that the company’s policies and practices are in full compliance with the requirements of US and Brazilian consumer financial law-Cultivated an active information network with C-level executives throughout Brazil and key Latin American markets

Fort Lauderdale, Fl, Us

Responsible for the start-up of the Brazilian subsidiary (Ocean Machinery do Brasil) of the market leading CNC industrial equipment supplier for small and medium sized structural steel fabricators. Within two years Brazil had become one of the top three export markets for the company.Responsibilities beyond ongoing operations included: -developing a legal and financial structure for the subsidiary -opening a physical office -identifying and training a network of South American sales representatives -developing local partnerships with banks and logistics companies -creation and execution of Portuguese and Spanish language marketing programs -extensive travel within South America -directly report to the President of the company

Cork, Ireland, Ie

Assisted in the growth and development of the ACDelco brand of automotive battery in Brazil

Princeton, New Jersey, Us

-Led efforts to identify and pursue new global business opportunities, including the development and execution of the company’s international market penetration, product distribution, brand management and marketing strategy

Toronto, On, Ca

-Member of a cross-border business development team that identified opportunities for new online legal product development and existing product enhancements by leveraging recently acquired global resources -Led the successful conceptualization, development and commercialization of one of Thomson’s first global SaaS products-Managed product development teams in Europe, Asia and Latin America

Toronto, On, Ca

-Developed an online global pricing strategy resulting in a significant increase in cross-border revenue-Crafted and presented global workshops on pricing, product, and sales strategies to Thomson's International Sales and Marketing force in Europe, Asia, and the Pacific Rim-Conducted new product market research through direct customer interviews around the world

-Responsible for a group of 15 to 20 children on a daily basis-Ensured children's safety and managed children's behavior -Acted as a role model and mentor model -Developed age appropriate activities that aided in the development of skills, teamwork and sportsmanship-Used group management skills to engage all children in daily activities-Taught the American Red Cross Swimming Program, water skiing, sailing, kayaking-Piloted commercial watercrafts

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Global Management / Latin American Markets

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Mba Exchange

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Mba Exchange

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Mba Exchange

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), International Business

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Spain Study Abroad - Saint Louis University Madrid Campus

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