MEDIAMA has been a leader in digital printing for over 20 years. Specialized in POP and visual communication, we offer innovative and quality solutions for brands and the retail world. With state-of-the-art equipment and 4000m² of manufacturing space, we have the capabilities to meet your needs and handle all your requests, from design and customization to delivery and installation of your product.

Internet start-up in the used-car industry. Vehicool was created as an online marketplace that lets people buy and sell cars entirely on their computers or smartphones. My role was to help and advise the founder, based in Canada, with his contemplated launch in France and all aspects of business operations.- Study the used car market in France and Europe- Identify potential business partners and secure deals- Define the implementation and growth strategy- Initiate contact and meet with business angels and venture capitalist firmsThe founder ended up deciding not to launch his business.

Stretch ceiling manufacturer with significant export activity who experienced a considerable drop in sales over the previous 2 years. The goals were to:- Turn the company around and bring it back to profitability- Implement a more rigorous organization and more effecient processes- Bring new energy and rethink the sales and marketing strategies- Motivate the team and pull them together toward a common goal.Sold the company to our American distributor in December 2014.

Bring experience and expertise to entrepreneurs and existing companies looking for management guidance in starting or growing their business.

Bakery group with wholesale and retail activities in California. Oversaw $45M sales operation and over 600 employees. Managed Finance/Accounting, Human Resources and all Retail activities.- Developed a 5-year strategy plan for growth in retail and wholesale that included refocusing on our core business (bakery) and disposing of full service restaurants. - Implemented a blend of more rigorous systems and processes, better analytical accounting, cost saving measures and organizational goals to support the growth.- Directed the opening of 10 stores in 4 years, from location scouting, lease negotiations to construction supervision. - Built a successful retail operations team to grow the brand by focusing on training, team-building and recognition programs.- Achieved continued same store sales growth and increased profitability over a 5-year period.- Planned and directed the construction of a new 40,000 sq. ft. plant for bakery and commissary.Left the business at the end of 2010 having successfully sold my ownership interest to my partners.

Leading manufacturer of corporate and special event promotional materials - Transitioned a local small business $3M to a nationwide player with $9M in sales.- Drove acquisition of EPS and its merger with Doublet Manufacturing Inc., including relocation of manufacturing and operations from San Francisco to Denver and integration of cultures, product lines and teams- Streamlined processes and reduced overhead costs by 20%.- Spearheaded negotiations effort that won the 2000 Sydney Olympics contract for all international flags. - Drove the acquisition and merger of Robb Murray & Co, a local screen-printer. - Directed launch of new brand and marketing strategies including trade shows and direct mail that led to new client acquisition.- Implemented tighter accounting controls and comprehensive financial reporting for mother company based in France.- Managed relationships and contract negotiations with Local Union.

French Leader in event equipment and supplies - Established and managed marketing and communication budget including catalog, flyers, trade shows, public relations campaigns)- Led complete revamping of the company’s 300-page mail order catalog distributed to 150,000 companies & municipalities in 4 countries.- Reduced cost of producing all direct mail materials by 25% and brought the process back in house. - Oversaw all foreign subsidiaries (USA, Australia, Spain and Poland), maintaining regular contacts and visits to each site.