Russell Selman Email & Phone Number

Allen, Tx

Plano, Tx

The nonPareil Institute, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, is dedicated to providing technical training to students who have been diagnosed with autism. The programs at nonPareil are technology-based and make use of artistic software, code generation products, 3D animation studio tools, digital sound applications and other creativity enabling tools. The focus of these programs will be to prepare these individuals for the possibility to enter into employment at some point in their future. We help them learn teamwork, create a sense of community, and achieve fulfilled lives.

Plano, Texas, United States

Executed enterprise-wide tests, delivering insights to increase sales plan by more than 500 basis points. Implemented strategic planning process, communicating financial targets and establishing templates and timelines, allowing teams to identify major growth opportunities in excess of 5% annually.

Plano, Tx

Evaluated business outlook versus that of competition. Tracked industry trends and analyzed business effects of promotions. Managed process for evaluating market share.

Plano, Texas, United States

Managed the processes to ensure that the business remained on track for long-range strategic plan and tracked processes. Acted as Chief of Staff to Senior Vice President, which included responsibilities, such as meeting agenda planning and facilitation, communicating team direction, and presenting divisional information to executives.

Plano, Texas, United States

Developed key business cases used to support new concept development. Led analysis and strategy development on core market expansion strategy initiatives. Evaluated niche retailers determining “build or buy” alternatives to diversify product portfolio. Evaluated portfolio of initiatives, utilizing risk factors, time lines, and potential benefits as criteria.

Richardson, Texas, United States

Responsible for strategy formulation, strategy execution, corporate development activity including mergers & acquisitions exploration, and other projects and strategic initiatives related to achieving profitable growth. Led and/or worked with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives. Conducted strategic analysis, prepare business cases, and perform business intelligence research.

Richardson, Texas, United States

Analyzed the demand for the products and services offered by Flexjet and its competitors and identified potential customers. Developed pricing strategies for current products with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers were satisfied. Engaged in product development and monitored trends that indicate the need for new products and services.

Supported the analyses, execution and management of projects for the CFOs office. Assisted with idea-generation, development and implementation of corporate-wide strategies and initiatives. Interfaced with business units in long-term planning.

Built annual operating plans, monthly forecasts and actuals reporting, investigated variances and proactively drove plan achievement. Performed ad hoc reporting and analysis used to drive improved performance for Home Interiors & Gifts.

Managed multiple government projects. Collaborated with project lead to budget and forecast projects. Maintained cost analyses to share with government contacts.

Executive Education Certificate: Mergers & Acquisitions - Where Theory Meets Practice

Mba, Marketing (Brand Management) & Corporate Finance (Emphasis On International)

Activities and Societies: Cox Leadership Forum member

Bba, Finance

Education record

Study abroad program - 2004.