I am an international executive providing a unique blend of business and legal skills that accelerate growth. As prior President of the international division of two global organizations, my focus was on rapid revenue growth, business development, strategy, brand positioning and thought leadership. Full P&L responsibility. I have launched an unknown CPG brand worldwide and turned around another brand to achieve significant growth year after year. My approach to business and legal matters is entrepreneurial, collaborative, proactive, & finding creative ways to resolve issues. Strong emphasis on relationship management. Leadership roles in privately-held and start-up companies (manufacturing, retail and services), Fortune 500 & non-profit organizations.Business Side: International strategy and new business development; marketing & brand building; product development; business planning; assembling target-focused teams in U.S. and overseas; relationship management; appointed, supervised & worked closely with distributors to grow the business in international markets Legal Side: Broad-based corporate background includes transactions, drafting and negotiating contracts, regulatory compliance, international legal issues, litigation, employment, real estate, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, risk management; works well with all levels of management; counselor and problem-solver; established legal department for a global personal care company, serving as General Counsel for over 14 yearsSpecialties: International Expansion I Business Development I Business Model Strategy I ROI Strategy I Marketing & Brand Positioning I Sales Presentations I Thought Leadership I Mentoring I Relationship Management I Operations I Market Entry Legal Issues I Private-Held & Start-Ups I Nonprofit I Fortune 500 I Manufacturing I Retail I Consulting Services I Consumer Products I Industrial Products l Legal & Business Counselor