• Product development of innovative Cosmaceuticals for the prevention and reversal of premature skin aging, and enhancement of overall skin health;• Novel ingredients research and formulation development/testing;• Regulatory and Technical Writing;• Scientific substantiation of Product Literature.

Product and Brand development of Sports Nutrition and Dietary Supplements (weight loss, health and wellness, metabolic nutrition), NHP and FDA Regulatory Consulting, Innovative Ingredients and Formulation Development. Technical Writing, Claim Validation and Substantiation, Research Review.

Responsible for experimental product development, I have significantly contributed to the formulation of cutting edge sports nutrition supplements and developed patentable methods/ingredients combinations purported to enhance skeletal muscle performance, mass, and protein synthetic capacity, and minimize body fat levels

Responsible for the development of international formulas, with a particular concentration on product modifications necessary to achieve compliance in foreign markets, I have proficiently managed international product development projects by the means of an interactive approach with Regulatory Affairs, Sales, and Operations Departments.

Responsible for and oversaw the critical analysis of pertinent scientific literature and the selection of botanical ingredients (i.e., novel uses of traditional ingredients, safety and toxicity of the same, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics data, effective safe dose determination and recommendation, etc.). Managed the critical analysis of patent and product-related information, with a particular attention towards the preservation of company's intellectual property (i.e., competition… Show more Responsible for and oversaw the critical analysis of pertinent scientific literature and the selection of botanical ingredients (i.e., novel uses of traditional ingredients, safety and toxicity of the same, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics data, effective safe dose determination and recommendation, etc.). Managed the critical analysis of patent and product-related information, with a particular attention towards the preservation of company's intellectual property (i.e., competition monitoring, trademark and patent infringements, etc.)Produced extensive analytical reports and monographies regarding plant active ingredients, natural compounds, and drugs. Show less

Engineered the development of a complete line of dietary supplements incorporating company's proprietary skincare technologyIdentified suitable market niches (from segmenting to targeting, to implementation) and non-traditional distribution venues for company's dietary supplements and anti-aging cosmeticsEnhanced corporate international marketing strategy through pin-pointing opportunities and trends (as relating to price levels, promotional methods, product portfolio mix and… Show more Engineered the development of a complete line of dietary supplements incorporating company's proprietary skincare technologyIdentified suitable market niches (from segmenting to targeting, to implementation) and non-traditional distribution venues for company's dietary supplements and anti-aging cosmeticsEnhanced corporate international marketing strategy through pin-pointing opportunities and trends (as relating to price levels, promotional methods, product portfolio mix and distribution issues) with a particular focus on the target market's economic cycles analysis, and culture-related aspects of the marketing processUsed expertise to contribute to the preparation of plans and market research reports (competitive analysis as pertaining to: pricing, distribution channels, promotional strategies and their impact, new success items)Contributed to the improvement of corporate revenues via accurate cost accounting comparison and selection of available sources of ingredients and packaging materialOptimized the efficiency of corporate communication by supervising internet marketing strategy while providing tools for internet strategic business planning. Show less

Successfully participated in several export related transactions through negotiation of performance guarantee terms and payment conditions.Prepared international marketing and business plans.Advised company regarding taxation issues as pertaining to the elusion of European value added tax discipline (reduction of import-related costs leading to a competitive improvement of foreign goods marketability).Supervised documentary credit procedures, and contributed to the reduction of… Show more Successfully participated in several export related transactions through negotiation of performance guarantee terms and payment conditions.Prepared international marketing and business plans.Advised company regarding taxation issues as pertaining to the elusion of European value added tax discipline (reduction of import-related costs leading to a competitive improvement of foreign goods marketability).Supervised documentary credit procedures, and contributed to the reduction of credit risk (hedging, credit checks, and balance sheet analysis). Show less