Lead engagements with small to mid-sized organizations in an advisory or fractional leadership role, with focus on enabling growth and development. Specific focus within the Operational Excellence Practice, utilizing proven, best-in-class tools and training and leveraging relationships to solve problems and harness opportunities. Mix of fee-structures and pro bono work.

Vinci Brands is a global leader in consumer technology solutions operating an innovative and diverse portfolio of owned and licensed brands at the intersection of design, functionality and lifestyle. The company has an award-winning product portfolio that includes protective cases, shells, sleeves, bags, power management, enterprise and B2B solutions sold under the Incipio, Incase, Survivor, Griffin, Kate Spade and Coach brands.

Advanced throughout multiple positions of increased responsibility for ZAGG Inc, a $500M+ consumer electronics accessory company, ultimately reporting to the CEO as Interim COO. Earned the “President’s Award” (one given annually) for outstanding leadership and performance. Led a large, global operations team comprising 30% of employees, accountable for $15M in SG&A and $350M in COGS. Drove the company’s operational activities through significant periods of revenue and profitability growth, including four acquisitions in three years (98% growth in revenue and 144% growth in EBITDA over four years). Appointed to create and lead the Global Transformation Office, tasked with scaling the organization’s overall capacity to achieve $1B in revenue by 2023.

The Director of Product Management and Strategy is responsible for Stampin’ Up!’s global product strategy and execution, combining feedback from sales, marketing, development, customers and prospects to set the strategic vision and lead the execution for product releases and innovations. The Director of Product Management and Strategy guides the integrated product teams that are charged with product category sales contributions (tying into S&OP process). This extends from increasing the profitability of existing products to developing new products for the company based on market needs and requirements. Charged with understanding our target audience and their problems, and finding innovative solutions that align with the company strategy. Responsible to lead and mentor the Product Development and Product Design Teams as well as the China Development Office.

Responsible for leading all forecasting, purchasing, planning and inventory management activities within the company. Directs the forecasting efforts for all new product introductions for each of the markets (North America, Europe & South Pacific). Owns the strategic and tactical supplier management activities for the company, partnering with key suppliers and internal manufacturing groups and the China office to meet the overall service levels and margin requirements of the company. Lead and mentor the forecasting, planning and purchasing teams while forging strong partnerships with other key departments including marketing/promotions, product management, finance, logistics and IT.

Member of the management team for the Performance Division of WorldStrides ($140 million annual sales), the global leader in student educational travel. Directed the Operations Team for the Performance Division, reporting to the Divisional General Manager and the Sr. Vice President of Operations. Responsible for customer handling strategies and managing all logistical details for the student travelers (over 100,000 students annually). Directly responsible for negotiating, contracting and performance management of all hotels, activities, ground transportation and other vendors, representing the majority of all COGS. Responsible for sales quota on up-selling activities and add-ons to the base package.

Organizational Solutions Business Unit-Multiple positions held since 1996: Training Products Sales Consultant, Quality and Process Analyst, International Operations Manager and Sr. Director, Global Operations.