GLG is the world’s largest network for one-on-one professional learning, comprising more than 500,000 thought leaders and practitioners, including business leaders, scientists, academics, former public sector leaders, and the foremost subject matter specialists. The organization serves users at more than 1,400 client companies in 40 countries. These clients include Fortune 500 companies in nearly every sector and the leading professional services firms and financial institutions. Acting… Show more GLG is the world’s largest network for one-on-one professional learning, comprising more than 500,000 thought leaders and practitioners, including business leaders, scientists, academics, former public sector leaders, and the foremost subject matter specialists. The organization serves users at more than 1,400 client companies in 40 countries. These clients include Fortune 500 companies in nearly every sector and the leading professional services firms and financial institutions. Acting as a consultant and subject matter expert, I advise investment bankers and brokerage firms on the following:● Furniture industry trends● State of the retail industry● Outlook for Brick and Mortar Stores● The retailer, Restoration Hardware● Macroeconomics of furniture retail Show less

I connect hospitality properties with meeting planners to promote holding group meetings, weddings, events and resort stays in Vermont

I help start-ups, incubators, and existing businesses wishing to scale up with business plans, financial projections, and commercial loan acquisitions.

As a professional voice actor, I have represented national clients including the American College of Cardiology, Clear Choice MD, and Concept 1. I conceived, wrote, produced, and appeared as a spokesman in over 3,500 television, radio, and print advertisements over a 38-year retail career.

My goal as the President and CEO at Ethan Allen was to create progressive strategies within my organization eventually building a customer base of over 250,000 satisfied customers, generating over $100M in gross sales. As an entrepreneurial executive, my career is highlighted by building multiple retail locations from the ground up. My accomplishments include being known by Ethan Allen Global Inc. to have the highest close rate, one of the strongest employee retention rates, and the… Show more My goal as the President and CEO at Ethan Allen was to create progressive strategies within my organization eventually building a customer base of over 250,000 satisfied customers, generating over $100M in gross sales. As an entrepreneurial executive, my career is highlighted by building multiple retail locations from the ground up. My accomplishments include being known by Ethan Allen Global Inc. to have the highest close rate, one of the strongest employee retention rates, and the best cost containment among independently owned Ethan Allen Design Centers. My career highlights successive years, each progressing in the transformation of the organization’s structure, size, and growth focused operations, requiring leadership practices to evolve over time. My role included owning the strategic vision and day-to-day operations of 20+ employee, multi-million dollar retail operations overseeing people and brand development, human resource, facility management, merchandising of over 500 skus, inventory and sales operations, revenue projection, and logistics.My expertise and experience in the development and execution of sales strategy and revenue growth helped us achieve an increase of new customer services visits by 14% while reducing budget by 35%. In addition, through strict discipline around P&L management, revenue and margin forecasting, we were able to optimize our gross profit margin by 4%.  Over the years, I am most proud of attracting, hiring, and retaining talented individuals by focusing on company culture and business vision. I had the privilege to hire over 200 sales consultants and 100 operations team members for the two organizations I owned. When my employees felt valued and confident in their contributions, they were inspired to continually grow and perform at their best. And having a motivated, productive, and engaged workforce for me is a source of pride for me. Show less