Advise owners and managers on matters pertaining to operations, mechanics of process, workflow and job costing. Work with owners and managers on sales and marketing campaigns through the creation of advertising concept, photography and client development strategies. Conduct market analysis and advise owners of market trends and sales potential. Provide procurement guidance and technical formula assistance for production processes.

Responsible for overseeing and administering overall business operations including the production facility, administration, human resources and vendor and customer relations. Trained management and non-management employees and developed cross-training and skill set efficiencies programs for the company. Responsible for the creation and implementation of the inventory management system and inventory flow efficiencies. Led product research and development that lead to the creation of a product for which the company obtained a patent (Patent No. 7,686,272). Responsible for marketing materials (catalog development, website design and implementation, designed informational and promotional materials, print advertisements for magazines) and the origination of on-line sales conduits through the development of an e-commerce website and a partnership with Amazon.com. Coordinated international manufacturing in China and Mexico and inspected foreign facilities for quality control, production capacity and output. Worked with customs brokers, U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents and freight forwarders to facilitate company imports and exports. Responsible for sales development and directly increased company sales by 30% from 2005 - 2009. Increased production and operation efficiencies by 40% from 2005 - 2009. Responsible for cross-training company employees at least two layers deep. Coordinated and implemented facility security systems and security compliance for ecommerce website. Organized company’s participation in tradeshows and created and implemented post-tradeshow customer and potential customer follow-up plans. Responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, collections, and materials procurement. Created financial reports and analysis for the Board of Directors. Assisted owners in the wind-up stage of the corporation including preparation of financial documents, final accounting, collection of accounts receivable and regulatory filings.

Instructed classes in taekwondo and self-defense. Coached Taekwondo team members during in-state and inter-state competitions. Responsible for belt testing and promotions. Provided personalized instruction for individuals and small groups. Developed core curriculum for group practice. Researched and reviewed new martial arts techniques to incorporate into current curriculum.

Instructed credited classes in Racquetball I/II, Badminton I/II, Taekwondo II/III and Tennis I/II. Created and prepared course syllabi, outlines, instructional materials and lesson plans. Prepared materials for midterm and final examinations and written compositions and tested students on skills and abilities. Maintained confidential records including grade reports, attendance records and student information. Held office hours for student meetings. Responsible for student, equipment and facility safety.

Instructed credited and community education classes in Tennis I/II and Taekwondo. Created and implemented the Taekwondo program for Lane Community College. Created and prepared course syllabi, outlines, instructional materials and lesson plans. Prepared materials for midterm and final examinations and written compositions and tested students on skills and abilities. Maintained confidential records including grade reports, attendance records and student information.