"Get after it today, the opportunity may be gone tomorrow"I have had the opportunity to take on some interesting and challenging roles in the past, such as Creative Director, Project Manager, Production Manager, General Manager, Sales & Business Development Manager, as well as a Visual Communications Consultant to all types of industries. For 10 years, I assisted in the launch and relaunch of well over 50 franchises, both in the Midwest US and overseas. I have assisted scores of independent businesses in establishing or reestablishing their brands through signage, graphics, displays, and print. I have worked extensively with tier 1 manufacturing, automotive dealerships, churches, non profit organizations, corporate facilities, and small businesses of every type and size. Though I am not a financial consultant, I did a my fair share of financial analysis over the years and have saved several business from what looked like certain bankruptcy. I am confident that I can help you in a successful relaunch. Reach out to me and we can discuss how I may be of assistance to you. Professional Summary• Account management, business development, project management, production management, vendor relations and development • Senior Graphic Designer, Technical Illustrator, Creative Director• Broad knowledge of graphic design, printing, signs, graphics & display production• Franchise consultant and analyst, development & training, international franchise sales• Consultative B2B Sales, marketing and business development• Visual communications consultant to all industries• Ability to grasp ideas and concepts quickly, analyze situations and adapt quickly, with a sharp eye for detailsRelated Experience• 20+ years of consultative B2B sales, sales training and management• 10 years of International Franchise Experience - sales, training, consulting, analysis and development, public speaking, technical, sales and management presentations• 20+ years of print, sign, graphics, and display design, development, production, sales and management experience • Expert in dealing with Municipalities regarding planning, zoning, permitting and negotiating variances • Software applications - Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Corel Draw, Gerber Composer, Flexi Design, Microsoft Office, PageMaker, Publisher, a solid understanding of Web Programming, Design, Development as well as numerous estimating and management systems.