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As CIO, I lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, integrating AI and automation while aligning IT strategies with business objectives. My focus is on leveraging technology to streamline operations, drive growth, and enhance organizational agility.NetSuite ERP Implementation: Successfully led the replacement of a 10-year-old legacy system with NetSuite ERP, integrating two acquired companies into a unified system. This project resulted in streamlined operations, enhanced data accuracy, and maintained 99.9% uptime in shipping operations throughout the transition, ensuring minimal disruption to day-to-day activities, while recognizing ongoing areas for optimization as the team continues to adapt to the new system.AI and Automation Leadership: Spearheading AI initiatives such as "Oscar AI," designed to enhance sales forecasting, inventory management, and customer recommendations. By integrating AI into our systems, I am driving smarter decision-making and operational efficiency across departments. Cross-Functional Leadership: Drawing on my experience in operations, sales, and eCommerce, I ensure seamless collaboration between departments, leading to improved productivity and high adoption rates of AI tools across the organization. My leadership is defined by a balance of hands-on involvement with empowering team members to innovate autonomously.Data-Driven Strategy: Leading the development of data analytics dashboards and real-time data feedback loops, supporting strategic decision-making and improving overall performance tracking.Visionary Leadership: Focused on fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, I work with teams to embrace new technologies, enhance workflows, and drive sustainable growth.

- Management of a 450k sq. ft. distribution center, encompassing both inbound and outbound logistics.- Overseeing light manufacturing processes to ensure optimal output and quality.- Directing the IT department, implementing technology solutions that align with business goals.- Enhancing the customer experience, fostering loyalty, and driving customer retention.- Leveraging business analytics to inform data-driven decision-making and strategy development.- Leading company-wide projects from inception to successful completion, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

Innovative Leadership: Steer the company's technological trajectory with a forward-thinking approach, initiating the integration of AI and automation to ensure our organization remains ahead of the curve and maximizes profitability.Technology Revamp: Craft and implement a comprehensive technology roadmap, punctuated by a thorough refresh of our software and hardware infrastructure. Key projects include: - ERP replacement to NetSuite. - Seamless Office 365 migration. - Selection and installation of: Digital Asset Management, offsite redundant backup with 24-hour recovery, AI based company phone system, and PowerApps. - Timely server replacements (Nutanix) and a holistic transition to Windows 11. - Instituting robust data security measures.Data Mastery: Head the company's analytical data reporting initiatives, enhancing the clarity and accessibility of critical performance indicators through universally-accessible dashboards.ERP Integration: Pioneered the selection and implementation (12/1/23) of a cutting-edge ERP system, laying the foundation for streamlined operations and more data-driven strategic decisions with real-time reporting.Automation Excellence: Design, develop, and disseminate automation strategies, including bespoke applications (i.e. PowerApps development. Train cross-functional teams to harness these tools, driving process efficiency, and continuous improvement in profitability.

Leading the 75+ member sales team reaching over 10k independent retailers and the largest national retailers (i.e. Target, Wal-mart, HSN, Restoration Hardware) in the US.Responsible for:- Sales- IT- e-commerce - Sales support - Business analytics- Company projects

Responsible for the strategic planning and coordination of all eCommerce activities. Full ownership over revenue growth, margin, business development and online account management.

As the lead consultant at ORINBORG Consulting, I empower small to mid-size organizations to boost productivity, streamline operations, and enhance sales performance. My approach hinges on optimizing existing resources—tapping into in-house talents and energies rather than adding new. I guide organizations in achieving ambitious business goals by leveraging their intrinsic strengths. I also assist these companies in developing winning strategies, defining required capabilities, and crafting an optimal operating model tailored to their business needs. Through continuous adaptation and improvement, I help drive the dynamism and success of my clients' organizations.

- Led the turnaround efforts and facilitated an ownership change, SKU reduction and company relocation. - Led the company's strategy and implementation to; increase profitability, streamline operations, increase employee engagement, and improve customer satisfaction.

- Managed all operational and personnel functions while working to attain maximum sales and control expenses. - Led strategies to improve the leadership development and succession planning across the district.- Mentored associates, department supervisors, and executives to communicate company objectives and anticipate and solve operational challenges.- Recognized for providing a superior guest experience ranking in the top 1% of all stores nationwide.

- Managed a sales support group of 55 individuals that provided provisioning and supporting voice services to Fortune 500 customers.- Sales support for nearly $1b annual revenue