MANGIAGLI SURFBOARDS INC., Hermosa Beach, CA, 2018–December 2023Head of Sales / CEORebranded and led this surfboard company, including management of sales, marketing, new business development, finance, HR, and production operations. Managed the growth strategy, a +$0.5M P&L, 7 employees (FTE / part-time), 20 B2B accounts worldwide, a D2C / custom oQering, and a 2,500-sq.-ft. facility.• Quickly identified and led opportunities to modernize the business with improved processes, systems, and material quality.• Continued to expand into new accounts worldwide while representing the business to existing clients.• Redefined the company growth strategy in alignment with the market trajectory, focusing on premium, high-quality products.Restructured the team to align with the new direction. Developed and oversaw onboarding and training for new hires.• Led the development and launch of marketing campaigns in collaboration with professional surfers / influencers and brand partners.Orchestrated multinational photo / video shoot logistics. Managed company’s social media and online presence.• Navigated the team through the impact of COVID-19, including temporary shutdown and the subsequent rapid scale to meet B2B andD2C demand as consumers returned to beaches.