- Led the transformation of the founder's visionary proof-of-concept into market reality as a key executive team member.- Launched Unity, the world's first Wi-Fi headphone to stream lossless Hi-Res audio wirelessly.- Built a diverse, globally distributed, R&D innovation team of 12 from the ground up.- Managed industrial design, mechanical engineering, hardware engineering, audio engineering, and software (embedded/web/mobile/cloud).- Guided every aspect of the product development lifecycle.- Overcame pandemic challenges, including remote work culture and supply chain issues to deliver a highly acclaimed award-winning MVP product.- Established and managed a comprehensive operations infrastructure.- Integrated full-time staff, contractors, and third-party logistics to meet global market launch objectives.- Empowered marketing to craft targeted omnichannel campaigns by translating intricate product technology into compelling customer benefits.- Played a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial strategy to support fundraising & ROI.

- Spearheaded product management/development strategy for Sharp 4K and 8K Smart TV lines for the US market- Created a display technology business plan for the executive team to build and execute a larger-scale, multi-year corporate plan, representing a significant financial impact on Sharp’s global business.- Conducted market analysis and technology research to assess specs, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness.- Oversaw a cohesive global R&D effort across the US and Asia.- Led the development of premium product specs, five-year roadmap, and go-to-market plans.- Hired and managed a cross-functional team of 10, including hardware, software, UX, and product design.

- Built and managed a global seven-member product development team, including hardware, software, and QA engineers, program, and project managers.- Launched three new digital products under flagship brands: Hot Wheels, Barbie, and Fisher-Price.- Developed innovative products: Android tablets, IoT AI voice assistant, IP camera, and Connected Play Toys.- Spearheaded the integration of physical play toys into the digital realm, leveraging NFC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and mobile apps.- Managed digital transformation initiatives, ensuring product strategy alignment with customer needs.- Drove business development efforts by identifying opportunities and forging key partnerships.Instrumental in the seamless transition from Fuhu to Mattel during the acquisition:- Facilitated merger of teams, technology, and product roadmaps.- Orchestrated integration of operations and supply chain.- Transferred intellectual property.- Conducted comprehensive training for marketing, retail, sales, service, and call center (100s of personnel)

- Ranked #1 in Inc. Magazine’s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America for two years in a row.- Directed end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to End-of-Life for the nabi and BigTab brands of kid tablets.- Generated ~$200MM in revenue across 7 product lines.- Managed business development, R&D, and production processes to meet aggressive go-to-market schedules and cost targets.- Supervised 3rd party vendors, factories, and technology partners to ensure product adherence to specifications and quality standards.- Qualified 8 new vendors for contract manufacturing and component supply.- Led product marketing efforts for the launch of large format multi-user Android tablets for kids/families.- Defined product positioning, value proposition, specifications, and pricing strategy.- Orchestrated design collaboration across CE, content, and mobile industries to ensure concept success.- Led development of multi-touch, multi-player apps and games tailored for large screen experience.- Contributed to the success of NabiPass, Fuhu’s mixed-media OTT subscription service for kids, through its conception, business development, and product management.

PIXI Lighting transforms the centuries-old “light fixture/replaceable lamp” business model into a cutting-edge, technology-savvy industry featuring thin and flat, solid state, all-in-one lighting devices that combine long-lasting, energy-efficient LED modules, practical and fashion-forward designs, and modern digital features and functionality. All products are manufactured without the use of mercury or lead, reinforcing PIXI Lightings' eco-friendly principles and values- Contracted to lead all product efforts by Westinghouse executives who founded Pixi Lighting.- Created a consumer and commercial LED Lighting line that launched at Home Depot.- Pixi was successfully acquired as a result of my product leadership.

- Career progression: Project Engineer, Product Manager, Sr. Product Manager, Director Product Management. - Led product management and R&D for a diverse commercial and consumer electronics product portfolio.- Contributed to hardware and software design of Westinghouse's platforms for LCD HDTVs, monitors, and audio products.- Directed product, cost, schedule, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with customer and company objectives.- Implemented product testing and validation processes and streamlined product development lifecycle.- Managed manufacturing, testing, quality control, and ECN processes for hundreds of products.- Provided training to customer service, B2C and B2B sales, and marketing teams.- Prepared PRDs, RFQs, user manuals, website technical content, and product white papers.

3 years Security Augmentation Force (SAF Team) · 1 year Master-At-Arms