In my role as Chief Executive Officer at Tippy Dog Mannequins Inc., I lead cross-functional teams in sales, design, and business development to drive prototyping and manufacturing efforts. • Manage all phases of production to ensure high-quality products and timely delivery.• Develop innovative strategies to streamline operations and increase efficiency.• Achieve significant revenue growth through successful sales initiatives.

Walter and Ray has uniquely positioned itself within the travel goods industry as a creative and forward thinking, solution based brand. Creating a completely new category within the carry-on segment of travel by introducing the TAB Messenger seatback pocket organizer. This product launched the company into the forefront of sophisticated travelers across the globe. My duties include directing product development, customer engagement and retention, material and manufacturing QC and value engineering solutions.

Tippy Designs Inc. uniquely delivers visual merchandising solutions to the pet product and retail display industry worldwide including direct to consumer. Tippy Designs Inc. is the leading dog and cat mannequin manufacturer, producing in San Francisco and China. The company also provides sourcing of display products throughout Asia.As CEO, I am responsible for directing sales, business development and client communications. This includes partnering with manufacturers, distributors and customers to build long-term relationships, grow sales and increase company revenue.

Global Visual Group offers the finest mannequins, forms, specialty fixtures, fabric applications, seasonal trim, and holiday décor for major global retailers with showrooms in New York, Milan, Paris, Shanghai, and Toronto. Global Visual Group offers extensive manufacturing capabilities domestically and internationally. As Senior Account Executive, I identified potential customers, set approach strategies, and developed strong, long-term client relationships. Acting as a liaison between the clients, executives and manufacturers, I negotiated contracts and generated over two million dollars in new opportunities. I worked within the executive team to generate innovative ways to increase customer engagement and retention and, overall sales.

Founded this visual merchandising company specializing in custom display fixtures, mannequins, and holiday and seasonal decor for global retailers. Generated over one million dollars in sales annually. Developed a line of dog and cat mannequins for the global pet product industry. Cultivated an international customer base including leading organizations such as the Westminster Kennel Club and the San Francisco SPCA.

Responsible for global sales, marketing strategies, and policies for this visual merchandising design and manufacturing firm with factories in San Francisco, and Taishan, China leading to an 83% increase over a seven-year period. I implemented incentive programs for a 12-member in-house sales team as well as an international sales network. Directed the companys leadership role in the display and design industry through innovative branding and product development. Participated in annual global trade shows to promote the company’s steady worldwide growth. Managed wholly-owned subsidiary of Bay Area Display in Taishan, China with 150 employees. Responsible for establishing and maintaining all China government relations and the hiring and supervision of all China based executive management.