Kerri Brode (Legg) Email & Phone Number

Van Nuys, Ca

I was originally hired into the company as a Product Development Coordinator and have held multiple roles with the company but now I'm currently serving as an Operations Support Administrator, which is a highly collaborative role driving communications and ensuring timely product development support for the American manufacturer of children’s toys and entertainment products. As our OSA, I maintain global data records and price lists and serve as an effective investor liaison for the company. I work with MGA’s Marketing Department, Product Development team, and our Hong Kong-based warehouse staff members to integrate product line changes. ☛ I acted as a liaison with inventors interested in obtaining an agreement for purchase on toy inventions. I ensured Non-Disclosure Agreements were signed, set Product Development team meetings, and worked with the Legal team to facilitate next steps or terminate interest. Noted accomplishments to date include:☑ Key team member involved with the development of MGA’s Product Information Portal/PIP. I served as portal administrator and site auditor; I wrote manuals and set up alerts to ensure proper staff usage. ☑ Help train all onboarding Marketing and Product Development personnel as part of the New Hire Orientation team. ☑ I spearheaded the company’s Stuffed Articles Registration process in accordance to TSSA rules and regulations. I'm self-taught on state and province registration and I developed and implemented a system to ensure compliance. I obtain funding, create vendor purchase orders, maintain factory spreadsheets, and collaborate with multiple government agencies to guarantee proper labels are affixed to products. I've proudly received zero violations for 15 years during process ownership.

Van Nuys, Ca

I was promoted into this position to provide accountability for the entire development cycle for licensed product lines. I collaborated with licensors to ensure MGA followed the style guide and studio vision for each brand, and I acted as a department custodian for archived boxes.Some of my key contributions include:☑ I provided a strong marketing presence with clients; I engaged with licensors for notable products including Hello Kitty, Spiderman/Spiderman 2, Power Rangers, WWE, and Dragonball Z. ☑ I created an effective purchase order and invoice handling process approved by CEO and still used to date.

Beverly Hills, Ca

I was originally hired as an Executive Assistant to the VP of Toys for a children's toy and custom promotional company but was promoted to Marketing Coordinator role within a year. As Marketing Coordinator, I provided design direction and marketing assistance, and worked with our internal and external teams to integrate new concepts into existing product lines and to develop the company’s annual toy catalog.✏ I developed product lines from concept to completion, and I served as an effective liaison with multiple companies and organizations including Warner Bros., Universal, Paramount, MLB, NFL, and NHL. I coordinated the conception, design, manufacture, and introduction for Scooby-Doo, Godzilla, Babe Pig in the City, KISS, and Austin Powers products.✏ I collaborated with Brand Managers and outside vendors to develop and design the Consumer Products Catalogue used during the annual Toy Fair in New York. Significant contributions include:☑ I was a key team member responsible for the creation and launch of a new website for a specific product line. I worked directly with designers to provide direction and functionality.

Woodland Hills, Ca

Northridge, Ca

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Marketing, Gpa 3.94

Activities and Societies: The National Society of Leadership and SuccessHonor Society

Bs, Business- Marketing

Activities and Societies: Sigma Kappa Sorority, Associated Students Senate, Chairman of Several Committees for Associated Students