Duke Cannon National Account Manager-Grocery Channel-Launched Duke Cannon products across core categories in Men's grooming in Publix (2022), Albertson's (IM division 2022),Hannaford (2022), Rouses (2022),Fresh Thyme(2023)-JBP and Long Term Planning sessions with Hy-Vee leadership Increased business with Hy-Vee 132% from 2020 to 2023-Converted prospect (Fareway) in April 2021 to shipping to the retailer May 2021, fasted conversion in company history in FDM-Monthly/quarterly/annual forecasting and trade spend management for 24 grocery accounts by sku -Lead category line reviews, using IRI data, ACV and $ Velocity growth amongst challenger brands

•Sales lead for Walmart, Walmart.com, Fred Meyer, Kroger, Everest Distributor, Flat River Group, Rite Aid and more•2020 YTD Cost shipments +139% over LY and 40.5% over budget.Increased revenue to $10.80M +42% 2019 over 2018 by adding item count to Walmart and opening new retail partnerships in Fred Meyer, Kohl’s, Kmart, Rite Aid •Advanced Walmart retail sales +24.5% in 2019 by providing an exclusive game title, winning toy catalog and #1 position on the Walmart Game focal in Q4•Effectively managed trade spend dollars, coming in $100K under trade budget•Managed and excelled relationships with manufacturer’s agent and distributors, ensuring best practice in quality of service, and profit goals were met•Owned and managed JBP presentations, guided product selections, and provided marketing concepts to drive sales growth•Provided input to the marketing team to curate games for mass/drug/grocery channels•Collaborated with forecast and demand planning team to support effective account management processes to ensure in-stocks with all partners remained above 95%•Selected for Task Force Team to create process flow charts for new ERP system implementation and training

Building Creative CommerceGriffin International, Established Brands, and U&I Entertainment have joined to Become CITIES Market Studios. A New Collaborative Tier-One Retail Services Group.Strategic Consulting: •Achieved double digit growth of 35%, 23%, and 48% year over year (YOY) revenue growth in 2015, 2016, and 2017 respectively, by leading sales strategies with key vendor partners at Target and Best Buy in Gifting, Storage and Org, Toy, Home Décor, Small Appliances, and Grocery. 2017 total cost shipments projected to be over $29.0 million.•Implemented new business strategy for Small Appliances at Best Buy in 2015, resulting in $1.7 million in new cost revenue. Leveraged strategy in 2016 and 2017 to achieve sales increases of 35% to $2.3 million and 165% to $6.2 million, respectively.•Executed and optimized brand strategies across multiple categories at Target and negotiating increased Holiday Circular Ad space by 25% in 2017, while maintaining trade spend profitability.•Initiated and developed pallet program test for Target Toy department, which resulted in a 92% sell thru in 4 weeks during 2016 holiday season. •Sales lead with Target and Best Buy Sr. merchants and led communication and collaboration with cross functional teams to improve supply chain efficiency and guest experience.•Influenced and coached two team Account Managers to deliver best in class analytics.www.CITIESms.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10531382?trk=hp-feed-company-name Twitter: https://twitter.com/CITIESmsTumblr: CITIESMarketStudios.tumblr.com

•Effectively led sales and product strategies with vendor partners at Target in Beauty, Small Appliances, Storage and Org, and OTC with cost shipments of $16.0 million.•Conducted analysis using NPD and FDMX data for market share insights which resulted in a 20% incremental product placement.•Implemented key strategies, pricing and sales optimization, resulting in improved margin by 8%.•Built strong relationships with Target buying teams and strategic vendor partners.•Inspired and coached two Business Analysts to own key analytics and drive incremental sales.

•Created and executed sales plans, budgets, and pricing for fine jewelry in JCPenney, HSN, Belk, AAFES and Target.com, with cost shipments of $28.0 million. •Developed new business with Charles Winston Sterling Silver Jewelry Collection at HSN and Australia TVSN network in 2010, resulting in a 24% revenue growth.•Provided quantitative analysis on weekly sales, and improved out of stocks resulting in a 15% sales growth for 2008.•Project Manager for sourcing Swiss watch designer collection sold on SHOP NBC, generating over $350,000 in revenue in six months in 2008.•Slashed labor and shipping costs by $149,000 by having jewelry and watch product packaged overseas, as well as contracting with a volume expediter for shipping direct to retailer.