First Impression Technologies is a professional, licensed, and insured company that is tasked with identifying “high traffic locations” and implementing federally compliant traffic detail technology. We are an authorized Sales Group for OG Guard utilizing patented POL (Pattern-Of-Life) technology. The pattern-of-life system passively collects device information as it moves through the digital perimeter. This system is idea for properties in areas with high vehicle or foot traffic volume. We… Show more First Impression Technologies is a professional, licensed, and insured company that is tasked with identifying “high traffic locations” and implementing federally compliant traffic detail technology. We are an authorized Sales Group for OG Guard utilizing patented POL (Pattern-Of-Life) technology. The pattern-of-life system passively collects device information as it moves through the digital perimeter. This system is idea for properties in areas with high vehicle or foot traffic volume. We at FiT empower landowners, real estate operators, and leaseholders to capitalize on their assets by generating supplemental income. Experience the data advantage with FiT and unlock new possibilities for growth. Show less

Contracted by Eddie Bauer to design, develop and grow a new global footwear division. Managed categories from ideation to sample delivery and commercialization. In this role, identified category, product and price point opportunities to maximize sales and productivity worldwide. Interfaced with various internal divisions to develop and leverage cross-category technologies and create a unified brand image.Worked directly with Asian factories to engineer and refine premier product… Show more Contracted by Eddie Bauer to design, develop and grow a new global footwear division. Managed categories from ideation to sample delivery and commercialization. In this role, identified category, product and price point opportunities to maximize sales and productivity worldwide. Interfaced with various internal divisions to develop and leverage cross-category technologies and create a unified brand image.Worked directly with Asian factories to engineer and refine premier product, employing in-depth knowledge of materials, components, duty classification and brand vision. Frequent travel to China and Vietnam to communicate directly with factory partners was key. Show less

Acquired 50% ownership of a struggling engineering company that provided cost reduction and performance improvement services to semiconductor and solar industries. Under my leadership, the company reversed a losing position and achieved profitability within first year; net revenue doubled each year thereafter. I instituted and implemented ISO9001 quality management system and attained ISO certification within six months. In addition, I created an inventory management system that improved… Show more Acquired 50% ownership of a struggling engineering company that provided cost reduction and performance improvement services to semiconductor and solar industries. Under my leadership, the company reversed a losing position and achieved profitability within first year; net revenue doubled each year thereafter. I instituted and implemented ISO9001 quality management system and attained ISO certification within six months. In addition, I created an inventory management system that improved cash flow; cut expenses in several areas, and resolved issues with payables/receivables. Show less

Established a long-term contractual agreement with The North Face to design, develop and grow a new global footwear division. Managed footwear categories from ideation to sample delivery and commercialization. Identified category, product and price point opportunities to maximize sales and productivity worldwide. Interfaced with other internal divisions to develop and leverage cross-category technologies and create unified brand image.* Achieved exponential footwear sales growth;… Show more Established a long-term contractual agreement with The North Face to design, develop and grow a new global footwear division. Managed footwear categories from ideation to sample delivery and commercialization. Identified category, product and price point opportunities to maximize sales and productivity worldwide. Interfaced with other internal divisions to develop and leverage cross-category technologies and create unified brand image.* Achieved exponential footwear sales growth; exceeding 730% within five years. * Surpassed Year Four financial goal by end of Year Two.* Grew business to achieve top 10 ranking of global outdoor footwear brands. Show less

Devised merchandising plans and provided design direction for eight categories of footwear totaling$75 million in global sales. Determined merchandising needs, trends, and opportunities; identified new product distribution channels; presented prototype concepts and designs to key retailers and sales representatives to develop new product line offerings. Researched and selected materials, colors, and platforms. Acted as primary department liaison with staff in product development, planning… Show more Devised merchandising plans and provided design direction for eight categories of footwear totaling$75 million in global sales. Determined merchandising needs, trends, and opportunities; identified new product distribution channels; presented prototype concepts and designs to key retailers and sales representatives to develop new product line offerings. Researched and selected materials, colors, and platforms. Acted as primary department liaison with staff in product development, planning, and sourcing. Managed creation and production of spring and fall catalogs. Show less

Developed multiple footwear product groups from design concept to production sample. Collaborated with design and merchandising to consider materials, components, and construction options for each project. Traveled frequently to factories in Asia to provide project direction. Evaluated costing and duty rates to ensure compliance with profit margin targets. Established development timelines and checkpoints facilitating timely delivery of samples. Standardized product specification forms for… Show more Developed multiple footwear product groups from design concept to production sample. Collaborated with design and merchandising to consider materials, components, and construction options for each project. Traveled frequently to factories in Asia to provide project direction. Evaluated costing and duty rates to ensure compliance with profit margin targets. Established development timelines and checkpoints facilitating timely delivery of samples. Standardized product specification forms for global footwear. Initiated a fit & wear testing program for improved product. Show less

Planned production for seven product groups netting $18 million+ in U.S. sales. Monitored sales histories and created production plans to ensure adequate inventory levels. Guided Europe's forecasting decisions. Trained new forecaster for European sector, traveling to France and consulting/mentoring to ensure forecaster's success.

Analyzed, monitored, and placed production orders at factories worldwide. Served as liaison with offshore managers and various Nike departments. Prepared production schedules and expedited product delivery.