Joshua Reeder Email & Phone Number

Boise, Id, Us

Garden City, Id, Us

As the Director of Business Development at SGW Designworks, I spearheaded innovative product design and development initiatives, driving the company's growth and reinforcing our reputation as a leader in transforming concepts into tangible, market-ready solutions. My role involved strategic decision-making, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, and championing our culture of innovation.Key Achievements:• Strategic Product Development: Pioneered strategies for hardware companies, guiding them from concept discovery through to the development stage, significantly enhancing their understanding of user experience.• Branding and Image Transformation: Orchestrated a comprehensive rebranding initiative, revitalizing our corporate identity and aligning it with our forward-thinking ethos and market positioning.• Digital Presence Overhaul: Directed the creation of a world-class website and brand image, substantially improving our digital footprint and customer interaction, and setting a new industry standard for excellence in online corporate representation.• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Cultivated a culture of collaboration and innovation within our teams of engineers, designers, and developers, leading by example and consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible in product design and development.Through strategic foresight and a passion for transformative collaboration, I have contributed to establishing SGW Designworks as a bastion of innovation and a trusted partner for companies seeking to bring their product visions to life.

Buhl, Idaho, Us

Led innovation in enterprise product development, optimizing operations through ERP automation, systems integration, and business intelligence. Championed a customer-centric approach, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.Key Achievements:• ERP Automation & Systems Integration: Spearheaded Manufacturing ERP Automation, streamlining processes, and ensuring seamless software-hardware integration.• Business Intelligence: Implemented data-driven solutions, empowering strategic decision-making and market insight.• E-commerce Platform Development: Directed the creation of a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform, elevating customer access and streamlining the online experience.• Design & Packaging Projects: Managed design and packaging initiatives, aligning product presentation with brand values and customer expectations.My role involved leading with a strategic vision, fostering technological innovation, and ensuring every initiative resonated with our customers. I aimed to set benchmarks in user experience and operational efficiency, guiding cross-functional teams towards achieving excellence.

Buhl, Idaho, Us

In my role as Director of Technology, I led transformative technology initiatives, significantly enhancing operational efficiencies and data-driven decision-making across the company. My focus was on integrating innovative solutions, optimizing sales and shipping processes, and providing actionable insights through advanced BI tools.Key Achievements:• ERP System Implementation & Customization: Spearheaded the implementation of a new ERP system, along with 14+ customization projects, resulting in a marked improvement in sales efficiency and process transparency.• Automation in Packaging & Shipping: Developed a comprehensive suite of plant floor hardware and software automation products, dramatically increasing packaging and shipping efficiency, and setting new industry standards for operational excellence.• Data Analytics & BI Leadership: Managed a robust data analytics framework, overseeing IT, systems administration, and BI tools. Leveraged SQL queries and interactive dashboards to provide strategic insights, guiding data-driven decisions and business strategies.Throughout my tenure, I was dedicated to leveraging technology to solve complex operational challenges, enhance user experience, and drive business growth. My approach combined strategic foresight with a hands-on understanding of the technological landscape, ensuring the delivery of scalable and impactful solutions.

Nashville, Tn, Us

• Pioneered Bluetooth beacon technology for use in wearables for easy setup and tracking, 3 years before Airpods, 7 years before Airtag• Awarded 3 provisional patents• Raised venture capital, took ANKR from idea to become #4 Bluetooth asset tracker• Head of Product managed strategy and development teams: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, iOS/Android app development, branding/creative, and packaging• Established and managed overseas manufacturing and supply chain• Secured distribution deals with the leading consumer electronics distributors as well as the premier promotional products distributors• Commercialized the product and experience to launch sales within 1 year of development• Sold 50,000+ units within 2 years of launch via e-commerce, airports, and retailers including Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Hudson News, eBags, HSN, Amazon, and more

Nashville, Tn, Us

• Raised venture capital and built Mib.io story capture iOS app and cloud storage platform to help people journal and create meaningful stories with thier media that they can also share on social media.• Grew to 10,000+ users in 16 countries in first 12 months.• Used by individuals, schools, institutions and even animal shelters• Pioneered use of iBeacon technology for museums to trigger tour-based content based on proximity

• Built and sold Peepo group messaging iOS app. Rating 4/5 by Macworld.• Managed product development for TRIBL music streaming service and iOS mobile app.• Managed product development for Kindness.org• Managed product and brand development for Gearcheck: GPS musical instrument security and tracking system.

• Designed new brand for Jockey International called Cooper's and helped Jockey win Nordstrom's account• Hired to rebrand Jockey international reinvent product lines and packaging• Photographed, designed, and manufactured 50+ music packaging projects

• Photographed: Martha Stewart, Al Gore, Paris Hilton, Carrie Underwood, Josh Turner, Rodney Atkins, The Band Perry, and others• Organizations: T-Mobile, American Diabetes Association, BMG music, Sony Entertainment, ASCAP, Thomas Nelson, and others• 1 Million+ photographs taken• 500+ corporate events and weddings

Designed music packaging and marketing materials for Rocketown artists.