A wide range of highly practiced and effective executive level sales development and operations management skills/abilities supported by a lengthy winning record acquiring and growing major account retail sales program partnerships. Gained valuable knowledge, insights and expertise specific to growing GreatCall's (Best Buy Health) retail sales program presence with retailers including leaders from the Mass Merchants (Walmart, Target), Specialty Electronics (Best Buy Fry's), Grocery (Publix, Meijer, Pharmacy (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid), Club (Costco, Sam's) and E-commerce (Amazon) verticals. With over two decades of leadership experience in retail sales and channel management, I bring a deep understanding of how to build, scale, and optimize retail programs across a wide range of industries, from consumer electronics to health and wellness technology. My expertise lies in developing strategic partnerships, driving revenue growth, and navigating complex retail ecosystems to deliver results.Key Strengths:Retail Sales Strategy: I’ve successfully led retail channel strategies that have driven significant revenue growth and market penetration. At Best Buy Health, I spearheaded programs that exceeded sales targets by 38%, managing vendor relations and promotions for top retail accounts including Walgreens and Rite Aid. I also built GreatCall’s Jitterbug brand from a start-up to a leader in the mobile consumer electronics market, contributing to nearly half of the company's $320M annual revenue.Vendor and Retailer Partnerships: Over my career, I’ve established and nurtured high-impact partnerships with top-tier retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, Amazon, Sears, QVC, and Target, among many others. My ability to negotiate and manage multi-million dollar, multi-year contracts has been instrumental in building long-term relationships and ensuring program success.Omnichannel and E-commerce Expertise: I understand the complexities of balancing physical and digital retail channels. My experience includes overseeing retail operations across brick-and-mortar stores and digital marketplaces like Amazon, QVC, and ShopNBC, ensuring a cohesive brand presence and seamless customer experience across all platforms.Consulting Services:I offer a comprehensive suite of consulting services focused on retail channel optimization, growth strategies, and operational efficiency. Whether you need assistance in expanding retail partnerships, driving omnichannel integration, or improving retail performance, I provide actionable insights and hands-on support in: