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Ventura, Ca, Us

Ventura, Ca, Us

Ventura And Santa Barbara County

Development and direct launch of company specializing in premium gentleman's and executive pocket knives and “everyday carry” (EDC) accessories. Key Highlights:• Managing product development, sales, marketing, and distribution, while partnering and strategizing with hundreds of distributors and wholesalers nationwide and all international markets.• Aiming to enhance profitability of merchandise across wholesale, retail, e-commerce channels and introducing new products to build consumer demand.• Managing operations and business development initiatives.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Founded in 1987, The Baker Group is a middle market Merger and Acquisition consulting firm. The Baker Group helps business owners maximize their value when considering an exit or recapitalization. Baker Group Associates contact prospective buyers for our clients. Our associates will help clients to determine if a sale of part or all of a business is something to consider. The Baker Group will coordinate everything that needs to happen to finalize and close the sale. There is no risk, no retainer, no exclusives and no upfront fees for clients.

Ventura, Ca

Managed operations and business development initiatives for a manufacturer and distributor of high-grade products. Introduced improved organizational infrastructure which led to 1,000% increase in annual sales. Served as primary party steering successful acquisition of company, cultivating relationships with prospective stakeholders, performing due diligence and leading presentations and negotiations.Key Highlights:• Worked with hundreds of leading retailers, successfully securing high-visibility placements through Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Scheels All Sports and Amazon.• Directed domestic and international trade show presence throughout the U.S. and Europe, expanding brand participation to specialized events. • Launched multiple profitable new product lines, influencing commercial strategy to this day. • Initiated lean, six-sigma production processes, leading intensive trainings to enhance operations. • Oversaw team of 25 employees, promoting attainment of corporate revenue targets.

Ventura, Ca

As Director of Sales, oversaw business development and sales strategies across domestic and international markets, achieving 250% increase in yearly revenue.Key Highlights:• Developed marketing and distribution initiatives which reached up to one million end users, successfully growing brand awareness throughout European and Asian regions. • Played key role in expanding business, leveraging relationships and refining sales infrastructure.Established sales targets and delivered comprehensive product education trainings, impacting more than 100 representatives nationwide.

Santa Barbara, Ca

Served as the third employee recruited by the CEO of a long-distance wholesale carrier, establishing asset management and inventory replenishment infrastructure. Directed all aspects of corporate procurement operations, acting as key decision-maker for transactions.Key Highlights:• Established relationships with domestic and overseas vendors and partners, continuously working to expand reach, impact and profitability of operations.• Evaluated lucrative growth opportunities, analyzing market conditions and assessing global pricing strategies to inform critical changes.• Introduced internal policies and procedures pertaining to inventory allocation and information management, working to optimize processes.• Earned multiple promotions to roles of increased oversight, reporting directly to CEO.

Mba Degree, Management & Leadership

Bachelor’S Degree, Business Management

Activities and Societies: Minor in Marketing with Management Specialization

Education record

Activities and Societies: Completed coursework in Professional Marketing.