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Chicago, Il, Us

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

As part of Assurant’s Connected Living business we provide Trade-in and Upgrade solutions for the mobile device ecosystem of mobile operators, retailers, OEMs, insurers, and online brands. These solutions support lifecycle management for pre-owned mobile and connected devices including new revenue, market insights, environmental sustainability, customer churn reduction, reduce the cost of insurance and warranty programs, and promotions that help Consumers and Enterprises offset the cost of new handsets and other mobile productivity devices.

New York, Us

VUSE solves business challenges and accelerates digital transformation with the power of cloud engineering. As a digital transformation technology company we offer cloud consulting services for legacy system migrations and cloud native application development. We also provide clients a cost-effective way to hire certified developer team extensions to help scale in-house staff.

An Entrepreneurial venture providing business consultation as well as technical product and services sales to SMB Enterprises, OEMs, Wholesalers and Distributor channels in the new & refurbished market. Deep experience in product development, program management, Ecommerce, market research & analytics, Sales & Distribution strategies, supply chain services, and life-cycle asset disposition strategies.Manufacturer Rep for medical device vendors selling CE/FDA approved PPE products - Face Shields, Goggles, ASTM-1 Medical Masks, KN95/N95 Masks, Nitrile Gloves, and more.

Elgin, Illinois, Us

Encore Repair is an ISO and R2 certified recycling provider that has been an innovative leader in electronic recycling, remarketing, repairs, and inventory liquidation management. Recruited for sales prospecting, managing online buyback and trade-in operations, and the Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy to grow Enterprise, Education, and Wholesale channel revenues. Launched largest buyback sourcing program. Improved margins across all product lines. Increased college bookstore retailer partnerships and emerging channels sales opportunities.

Miami, Fl, Us

Sales and Program Manager leading Customer engagements for selling sophisticated solution designs involving hardware, software and cloud based portals with eCommerce and analytics services. Key Enterprise client/partners include IBM, Apple, Google, Sprint, and Fortune 500 clients across multiple industries such as Healthcare, Retail, Wireless Carriers, OEM Manufacturers and other emerging market sales channels. Responsible for business models, pricing, P/L, contract proposals and SOW's.Significant Successes:• Launched Brightstar's Healthcare Channel Solution in partnership with Apple’s leading Healthcare software developer Vocera.

Miami, Fl, Us

Developed comprehensive solutions involving both mobile device hardware, accessories and world class services - Forward and Reverse logistics, supply chain planning, device configuring, programming, as well as the sale of accessories, insurance, leasing, buyback/ trade-in (BBTI) services, and more. Program Manager leading cross-functional teams in developing innovative end-to-end processes that can seamlessly integrate and provide great ROI to an Enterprise's existing business. Significant Successes: • Program Manager for Brightstar's winning RFP response and managed the on-boarding and launch of Sprint’s nationwide Dealer Accessories distribution channel program.

An Entrepreneurial venture created to develop innovative consumer products, from concept through prototyping, while ensuring the highest levels of manufacturability. Managed a team consisting of an Electrical and Mechanical Engineer as well as 3rd Party ODM design teams. Provided expert consultation on category management, product marketing, distribution strategies, sales growth, strategic sourcing, contracts review as well as market research on Industries, channels, and strategic customers. Project Management responsibility for timeline, risk management, governance, stakeholder communications, product delivery, budget control, as well as managed expenses, invoicing, payroll, and all international travel arrangements.Significant Successes: • Lowe’s Kobalt Modular Work Light System Project – Sold the concept to the Lowe’s product team and managed development through design, prototype, sourcing of China manufacturer and delivery. • Mobile Accessory Brand Companies – Implemented sourcing, distribution, sales, product development and operational recommendations resulting in 25% cost savings and 30% reduction in time to market• Responsible for Sales in the US and Canada to place brands into Carriers, “big box” Retailers, and other strategic customer channels. • Won research projects with leading global accessory manufacturers and wireless distributors. • Commissioned by major Lighting Industry brand to develop and bring to market upscale LED lighting products to be sold via Lowe’s and Home Depot.

Addison, Il, Us

Seamlessly managed a portfolio of OEM and ODM brands such as Otter Box, Body Glove, and others; Aggressively grew portfolio by creating new and innovative products for Private Label brands. Led Product Marketing teams in the US and Project Managers in China to design mobile phone accessories for hundreds of new phone launches at major retailers and Carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, US Cellular, Cricket, Best Buy, and Radio Shack. Increased margins and spurred revenue growth by strengthening partner relationships and skillfully negotiating distribution contracts with OEM handset brands. Developed product features, marketing materials, creative collateral, and lifecycle plans. Managed of a team of Product Managers and Graphic Designers in both the US and China. Provided Sales and Marketing expertise to land new business. Significant Successes:• Managed Best Buy’s “Rocketfish” brand in-store program with Best Buy team in China and US. • Won back the critical Verizon relationship after a more than 2-year absence

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Reported to the CEO with responsibility for business planning and product strategy and "roadmaps" for a $60 million wireless accessory product line including P/L, capital equipment investment, pricing, positioning, customer presentations at industry shows such as CTIA and CES, and grew partner / client relationships to diversify revenues across new business channels. Managed a large global team of 20 Product Managers, Project Managers, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers & Technicians in the US. Managed the manufacturing partner relationships for all Asian factories in China and Korea. Significant Successes: • Established collaborative development processes between US and China project engineering teams to facilitate 24/7 project management• Enhanced global communication by implementing SolidWorks PDMWorks with US and China development teams, which reduced time-to-market by several weeks.• Created innovative "Design-as-a-Service" program to generate new revenue channels utilizing our engineering team in projects outside the wireless industry.

International Enterprise software sales & consulting; Start-up phase to Nasdaq IPO listing.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Accounting And Business/Management