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Argyle, TX, US

Manufacturer and marketer of sustainably-sourced, limited, holistic, natural, and superfood ingredient dog treat and dental sticks made in a solar powered facility for retailers committed to premium products.

Berkeley, California, US

Member of the senior executive team for the market leader in providing highly nutritious, sustainable dog food and treats to pet retail stores (Petco, Independent Pet, Natural Grocery), on-line retailers (e.g., Chewy, Amazon), and direct-to-consumer. Jiminy’s, Inc. was recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing privately held companies 2 years.

Pawtucket, Rhode Island, US

Senior Executive responsibility for Sales and Customer Service with the leading North American Independent Pet Distributor with revenue of $570M, providing premium products and services to over 4500 Retailers from coast to coast. Managed $7.6M SG&A budget, 7 direct reports, and 106 indirect reports.- Delivered 29.2% sales growth while improving gross.

Fresno, CA, US

Member of the Senior Executive Team focused on delivering aggressive top-line sales, margin, and operating profit objectives for a $13M manufacturer and marketer of USA-made, super-premium, and natural organic dog treats sold through distributors to independent retailers and direct to top retailers (Petco, PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus, Pet Retail Brands.

Member of the senior executive team of a rapidly growing $40M+ manufacturer/marketer of ultra-premium natural pet foods and treats sold through distribution and direct to top retailers. Accountable for meeting gross/net sales, margin, and operating profit targets. Managed customer and broker partner relationships, $12M budget, 5 direct reports, and 6.

Los Angeles, CA, US

Senior executive with this rapidly-growing manufacturer and marketer of natural, functional pet food and treats. Key retail partners include Target, Safeway, Kroger, Whole Foods, Costco, PETCO, PetSmart and select independent Pet Specialty stores. Led initiatives to optimize organization internally and externally, strengthen relationships with key customer.

Consumer products division of NCH Corporation, providing pet products and solutions to key retailers including Walmart, Target, PetSmart, and PETCO. NCH is a $1 billion leading global provider of industrial supplies and retail products in over 50 countries. Led the engineering and execution of new U.S. and U.K. Sales organizations which included 8 direct.

Launched a business providing sales/marketing solutions and consulting services to businesses and organizations. Grew the business from start up to over $460,000 in annualized revenues.- Developed and rolled out new sales management system for largest client (world leader in animal health), delivering a 110% to budget sales performance. Program included.

Omaha, Nebraska, US

Senior executive for the largest producer of dry pasta products in North America and major supplier to retail grocery, mass merchandisers, and membership warehouse clubs with over $400 million in revenue. Responsible for developing a specialty business while managing the company’s institutional business, representing 30% of total company revenues..

New York, New York, US

Focused on targeting, penetrating, and growing business with national retail and veterinary accounts. Led a team of over 50 cross-funtional personnel in business and account planning, logistics, and trade marketing. Full P&L accountability for this business generating $300 million of in sales.- Exceeded operating profit targets 22 out of 23 quarters while.

New York, New York, US

Managed the sales, operations, trade marketing and sales administration activities of the retail and veterinary channels in the central U.S. region, which accounted for $175 million in sales.- Achieved 103% of sales targets and 101% of operating profit budget by driving an aggressive sales force optimization initiative that included eliminating two.

Purchase, New York, US

Strategic assignment with PepsiCo’s $6 billion domestic soft drink operation. Responsible for sales/marketing strategies, franchisee development, senior executive partnerships, and field communications for four key national restaurant chains generating over $10 million in revenues.- Delivered growth rates in excess of 10% by developing and executing a.

Purchase, New York, US

Focused on driving revenue, share, and profit growth for a $445 million business unit serving over 38,000 retail and food service customers. Managed $2 million operating budget and $34 million marketing budget.- Generated 6% volume growth, increased gross profit 12%, improved earnings 27%, and grew market share by 1.0 point by developing and implementing.

Purchase, New York, US

General management authority and P&L responsibility for the company's $156 million food service/vending business in North Texas. Oversaw 150 employees including sales, marketing, operations and distribution.- Drove 33% earnings improvement by generating double digit volume growth, reducing costs, and increasing productivity.- Increased brand availability.

Significant sales, marketing, and distribution experience in the healthcare industry including hospital supply manufacturing and distribution (American Hospital Supply Corporation), a physician supply start-up, and a hospital management company.